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Glen Allyn

QLD 4885 • Queensland

109
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
40.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRainforestRemote
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About Glen Allyn

Glen Allyn is a small rural locality on the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland, situated approximately 13 kilometres south-east of Malanda, 32 kilometres south-east of Atherton, and around 83 kilometres south-south-west of Cairns. The locality falls within the Tablelands Regional Council area and has a population of 109 residents spread across approximately 40 square kilometres of fertile, elevated plateau country. The Atherton Tablelands' rich volcanic soils and cooler climate have made the region well-suited to agriculture and dairying.

Glen Allyn is notably associated with the Nerada Tea Plantation, one of Australia's best-known commercial tea estates, which has operated in the area since the early twentieth century and remains a landmark attraction on the Tablelands. The surrounding locality is characterised by lush green farmland, rainforest remnants, and the cool, misty character typical of the tablelands. Residents access services in Malanda and Atherton, while Cairns is reachable within about an hour's drive for larger retail and medical needs.

Glen Allyn falls under postcode 4885 and is governed by the Tablelands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4885
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tablelands
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.38°, 145.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
40.32 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4885

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4885, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,665
Median 2023–24
$47,283
▲ 19.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,971

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4885; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Malanda / Atherton Varies

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
83 km
By Train
No direct train service from Glen Allyn; Cairns is the nearest rail terminus
By Car (Peak)
1-1.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 minutes

🛣️ Car is essential. The Palmerston Highway and Gillies Highway connect the Tablelands to Cairns.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

All errands require a car; Malanda (13km) is the nearest town with basic services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
109
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Tablelands Local Government Area, which contains Glen Allyn. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,556.7 / 100k
2yr Up 40.5% 10yr Up 168.9%
Motor vehicle theft
414.2 / 100k
2yr Up 68.5% 10yr Up 154.7%
Non-FV assault
1,156.9 / 100k
2yr Down 12.2% 10yr Up 180.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
35.7 / 100k
2yr Up 62.2% 10yr Up 200.1%
Steal from vehicle
346.3 / 100k
2yr Up 38.8% 10yr Up 30.4%
View all offence categories for Tablelands →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glen Allyn known for? +

Glen Allyn is best known as the home of the Nerada Tea Plantation, one of Australia's most recognised commercial tea estates operating on the lush Atherton Tablelands since the early 1900s. The locality's fertile volcanic soils and cool, wet climate make it ideal for tea cultivation and agriculture.

How far is Glen Allyn from Cairns? +

Glen Allyn is approximately 83 kilometres south-south-west of Cairns, making it roughly a 1 to 1.5 hour drive via the Gillies Highway or Palmerston Highway through the Atherton Tablelands.

Does Glen Allyn have public transport? +

Glen Allyn has no rail service and very limited public transport options. A car is essential for all daily activities. The nearest town with regular services is Malanda, approximately 13 kilometres to the north-west.

What is the population of Glen Allyn? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glen Allyn has a population of 109 residents across approximately 40 square kilometres within the Tablelands Regional Council area in Far North Queensland.

Is Glen Allyn a good place to live? +

Glen Allyn is well-suited to those who value a quiet rural lifestyle on the scenic Atherton Tablelands, with lush surroundings and cooler temperatures than coastal Queensland. It suits hobby farmers and those connected to the agricultural or tourism industries, though a car is essential and urban amenities are a drive away.

What is the postcode for Glen Allyn? +

The postcode for Glen Allyn is 4885.

Is Glen Allyn a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glen Allyn is part of the Tablelands LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.