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Gordonbrook

QLD 4610 • Queensland

184
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
197.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-DependentQuiet
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About Gordonbrook

Gordonbrook is a rural locality in Queensland's South Burnett Region, situated approximately 12 kilometres west of Kingaroy and around 223 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. With a 2021 Census population of 184 residents spread across nearly 200 square kilometres, Gordonbrook is a sparsely populated agricultural locality with a density typical of the South Burnett's farming hinterland. The area falls within the South Burnett Regional Council and sits in the state electoral district of Nanango.

The locality is characterised by rolling grazing land and cropping properties, reflecting the broader South Burnett region's agricultural heritage of peanuts, grain, and cattle. Residents rely primarily on nearby Kingaroy for services, shopping, and schooling, including the South Burnett Regional Hospital and a range of primary and secondary schools. Access is via rural roads connecting to Kingaroy, which provides the main commercial hub for the surrounding farming communities.

Gordonbrook falls under postcode 4610 and is governed by the South Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4610
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Burnett
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.58°, 151.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
197.69 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4610

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4610, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,179
Median 2023–24
$48,269
▲ 17.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,623

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4610; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • South Burnett Coaches — Kingaroy (regional hub) ~20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
223 km
By Train
No direct train service; Kingaroy has no passenger rail
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Via D'Aguilar Highway through Kilcoy. Car is essential for all travel.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No commercial amenities in the locality; all services are accessed by car in Kingaroy

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
184
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,039.6 / 100k
2yr Down 10.4% 10yr Up 78.5%
Motor vehicle theft
477.2 / 100k
2yr Up 12.8% 10yr Up 320.8%
Non-FV assault
985.6 / 100k
2yr Down 13.8% 10yr Up 133.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
17 / 100k
2yr Down 46.9% 10yr Up 456.0%
Steal from vehicle
383.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 86.7%
View all offence categories for South Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gordonbrook known for? +

Gordonbrook is a quiet agricultural locality in Queensland's South Burnett Region, known for its rural landscapes of grazing land and cropping farms. It sits in the heart of South Burnett, a region historically associated with peanut farming, grain production, and cattle grazing.

How far is Gordonbrook from Brisbane? +

Gordonbrook is approximately 223 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, around a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the D'Aguilar Highway through Kilcoy and Nanango.

Does Gordonbrook have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail service to Gordonbrook. Limited regional coach connections to Kingaroy (12km east) exist, but a private vehicle is the primary and most practical means of transport for residents.

What is the population of Gordonbrook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gordonbrook had a population of 184 residents, spread across approximately 200 square kilometres, making it one of the South Burnett's more sparsely populated rural localities.

Is Gordonbrook a good place to live? +

Gordonbrook suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with space and privacy, surrounded by agricultural land. Residents enjoy the peace of the South Burnett countryside while remaining within easy reach of Kingaroy's services and community amenities.

What is the postcode for Gordonbrook? +

The postcode for Gordonbrook, Queensland is 4610, shared with surrounding South Burnett localities including Kingaroy.

Is Gordonbrook a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gordonbrook is part of the South 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.