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Gootchie

QLD 4650 • Queensland

96
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
34.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAffordableSemi-Rural
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About Gootchie

Gootchie is a small rural locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, positioned roughly halfway between Gympie and Maryborough along the Bruce Highway. The locality covers approximately 35 square kilometres within the Fraser Coast Regional Council area and had a population of 96 residents at the 2021 Census. Its name derives from the Aboriginal Kabi language (Badjala dialect) word meaning sand goanna, originally the name of a local grazing property and nearby railway station.

The Bruce Highway passes through Gootchie, and the North Coast railway line also traverses the locality, though the former Gootchie Creek railway station is now closed. The area is primarily used for cattle grazing, with rolling rural properties set among native vegetation. There are no schools or shops within Gootchie; the nearest government primary schools are at Gundiah, Bauple, and Glenwood. Residents are within a 30-minute drive of both Maryborough and Gympie for services, and the coastal resort towns of Hervey Bay, Rainbow Beach, and Tin Can Bay are all accessible within an hour.

Gootchie falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by the Fraser Coast Regional Council Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Fraser Coast Regional Council
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.64°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
34.63 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4650

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4650, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,237
Median 2023–24
$49,084
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,569

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4650; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Maryborough

Distance
30 km
By Train
No direct train service (former Gootchie Creek station is closed)
By Car (Peak)
25-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides direct access to both Maryborough and Gympie

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no shops, schools, or services; a car is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
96
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Fraser Coast Regional Council Local Government Area, which contains Gootchie. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
481 / 100k
2yr Down 53.5% 10yr Down 34.0%
Motor vehicle theft
244.5 / 100k
2yr Down 26.2% 10yr Up 144.4%
Non-FV assault
932 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 100.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
15.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 58.4%
Steal from vehicle
432.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.4% 10yr Up 20.3%
View all offence categories for Fraser Coast Regional Council →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gootchie known for? +

Gootchie is a small rural locality on the Bruce Highway between Gympie and Maryborough. Its name comes from an Aboriginal word meaning sand goanna in the Kabi language. The locality was historically served by a railway station on the North Coast line.

How far is Gootchie from Maryborough? +

Gootchie is approximately 30 kilometres south of Maryborough and a similar distance north of Gympie, making it roughly halfway between the two towns along the Bruce Highway.

Does Gootchie have public transport? +

Gootchie has no active public transport. The former Gootchie Creek railway station on the North Coast line is now closed, and there are no regular bus services. A car is essential.

What is the population of Gootchie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gootchie has a population of 96 people, reflecting its character as a small, dispersed rural community.

Is Gootchie a good place to live? +

Gootchie appeals to those seeking affordable rural living in the Wide Bay region. While the locality has no shops or schools, residents benefit from easy Bruce Highway access to Maryborough, Gympie, and the Fraser Coast beaches within about 30 minutes.

What is the postcode for Gootchie? +

The postcode for Gootchie is 4650, shared with Maryborough and other localities in the Fraser Coast Region.

Is Gootchie a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gootchie is part of the Fraser Coast Regional Council 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.