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Granadilla

QLD 4855 • Queensland

101
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
32.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalFamily-Friendly
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About Granadilla

Granadilla is a small rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Regional Council area of far north Queensland, situated in the lush agricultural hinterland near Tully. The area lies within one of Australia's highest rainfall zones, creating a vibrant tropical landscape that supports the region's thriving banana and sugarcane industries. Like much of the Cassowary Coast, Granadilla is characterised by dense rainforest margins, cane fields, and a warm, humid climate year-round.

The locality sits close to the township of Tully, which provides essential services including schools, supermarkets, and medical facilities. The broader Cassowary Coast region is celebrated for its natural beauty, including proximity to the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, the Great Barrier Reef, and Mission Beach. Residents enjoy a relaxed tropical lifestyle with outdoor activities such as kayaking, birdwatching, and exploring the surrounding rainforest reserves.

Granadilla falls under postcode 4855 and is governed by the Cassowary Coast 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
4855
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.82°, 146.01°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
32.32 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4855

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4855 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,879
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,844

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4855; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / Trans North regional coach — Cairns / Townsville via Bruce Highway Approx. 1.5 hrs to Cairns

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
140 km
By Train
Tully Station served by Queensland Rail Cairns–Brisbane Sunlander (limited services)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Private vehicle primary. Tully is the nearest service town (~5 km). Cairns Airport provides national and international flights.

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural locality with no pedestrian infrastructure; private vehicle required for all services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
101
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
714 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
201.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 11.2%
Non-FV assault
1,528.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 160.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
22.7 / 100k
2yr Up 240.4% 10yr Up 33.1%
Steal from vehicle
214.2 / 100k
2yr Down 16.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Cassowary Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Granadilla QLD located? +

Granadilla is a small rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, far north Queensland, situated in the hinterland near Tully, approximately 140 km south of Cairns.

What industries are common in Granadilla? +

The area is dominated by banana and sugarcane farming, which are the primary industries of the Cassowary Coast region.

What attractions are near Granadilla? +

Nearby attractions include Tully Gorge National Park, Mission Beach, the Wet Tropics Rainforest, and the Great Barrier Reef. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and biodiversity.

How far is Granadilla from Cairns? +

Granadilla is approximately 140 km south of Cairns, about a 1.5-hour drive via the Bruce Highway.

Is Granadilla a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Granadilla is part of the Cassowary Coast 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.

What is the population of Granadilla? +

Granadilla had a population of 101 at the 2021 Census.