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Gooroolba

QLD 4625 • Queensland

21
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
31.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Gooroolba

Gooroolba is a small rural locality in the North Burnett region of Queensland, situated in the Callide electorate approximately 30 kilometres south of Gayndah. With a population of just 21 residents, it is one of the smaller localities in Queensland, covering around 31 square kilometres of predominantly grazing and agricultural land. The area is characterised by gentle hills, open farmland, and the quiet pace of deep country Queensland.

Life in Gooroolba revolves around farming and grazing, with properties running cattle and cropping on the fertile Burnett River hinterland soils. The nearest town, Gayndah — known as Australia's oldest town — provides essential services including shops, schools, and medical facilities. Gooroolba suits those who appreciate the solitude and space of regional Queensland, with wide open landscapes and a close connection to the land.

Gooroolba falls under postcode 4625 and is governed by the North Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4625
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
North Burnett
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.57°, 151.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
31.35 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4625

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4625, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$35,105
Median 2023–24
$42,363
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,132

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4625; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
320 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
approx. 4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 3.5 hrs

🛣️ Access via local roads to Gayndah, then the Burnett Highway towards Brisbane.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely car-dependent; no footpaths or public transport.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
21
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.8 / 100k
2yr Down 32.5% 10yr Up 50.5%
Motor vehicle theft
216.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.6% 10yr Up 188.4%
Non-FV assault
942.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.8% 10yr Up 144.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
9.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
207.3 / 100k
2yr Down 23.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for North Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gooroolba located? +

Gooroolba is a small rural locality in the North Burnett region of Queensland, about 30 kilometres south of Gayndah.

What is the nearest town to Gooroolba? +

The nearest town to Gooroolba is Gayndah, approximately 30 kilometres to the north, which provides shops, schools, and essential services.

What is the population of Gooroolba? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gooroolba has a population of approximately 21 people.

Is Gooroolba a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gooroolba is part of the North Burnett 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.