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Green Hill

QLD 4865 • Queensland

177
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
37.66 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalTropicalQuiet
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About Green Hill

Green Hill is a rural locality in the Cairns Region of Queensland, located approximately 6.4 kilometres north-north-east of Gordonvale and 23 kilometres south of the Cairns CBD. Covering an area of around 37.8 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by lush tropical sugarcane farming country at the foot of the Macalister Range. With a population of 177 residents as of the 2021 Census, Green Hill is a sparsely settled agricultural community in Far North Queensland.

The landscape of Green Hill is shaped by extensive sugarcane cultivation, with a network of cane tramways running through the western part of the locality to transport harvested sugarcane to the Mulgrave Central Mill at Gordonvale. The area enjoys the tropical climate typical of the Cairns region, with a wet season bringing lush greenery and a dry season of warm sunny days. Residents rely on nearby Gordonvale for everyday services and can reach Cairns — with its international airport, hospitals, shopping centres, and Great Barrier Reef access — in around 25 minutes by car.

Green Hill falls under postcode 4865 and is governed by the Cairns Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Mulgrave electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4865
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cairns
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Mulgrave
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.03°, 145.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
37.66 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4865

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4865, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,234
Median 2023–24
$61,769
▲ 25.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,908

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4865; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gordonvale / Cairns Approx 30-40 min to Cairns

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
23 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Cairns approx 23 km away
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway and Cairns-Gordonvale Road; car is the primary mode of transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural farming locality with no local shops or services; all errands require a car trip to Gordonvale or Cairns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
177
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
2,489.3 / 100k
2yr Down 18.8% 10yr Up 19.6%
Motor vehicle theft
602.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.9%
Non-FV assault
2,214 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 207.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
53.6 / 100k
2yr Down 36.0% 10yr Up 49.4%
Steal from vehicle
529.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 39.5%
View all offence categories for Cairns →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Green Hill known for? +

Green Hill is known for its tropical sugarcane farming landscape and the network of cane tramways that transport harvested cane to the nearby Mulgrave Central Mill at Gordonvale. The locality offers a quiet, agricultural lifestyle in the lush Cairns region.

How far is Green Hill from Cairns? +

Green Hill is approximately 23 kilometres south of Cairns CBD, making it roughly a 25-35 minute drive via the Bruce Highway and Cairns-Gordonvale Road.

Does Green Hill have public transport? +

Public transport options in Green Hill are very limited. There is no rail service; the nearest train station is in Cairns city. Limited regional bus services connect the area to Gordonvale and Cairns, but a car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Green Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Green Hill has a population of 177 residents, reflecting its character as a small, sparsely settled farming locality in the Cairns Region.

Is Green Hill a good place to live? +

Green Hill appeals to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the tropics, with Cairns's full range of urban amenities — including the international airport and reef access — within easy driving distance. It is best suited to those comfortable with a car-dependent, agricultural setting.

What is the postcode for Green Hill? +

Green Hill's postcode is 4865, shared with other localities in the southern Cairns Region area.

Is Green Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Green Hill is part of the Cairns 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.