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Green Island

QLD 4871 • Queensland

20
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.12 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideRuralHistoric
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About Green Island

Green Island is a small coral cay and national park located approximately 27 kilometres northeast of Cairns in Far North Queensland, sitting within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The island spans just 12 hectares and is one of only a handful of coral cay islands in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, making it a unique and ecologically significant locality. With a resident population of around 20, it is primarily a tourism and conservation destination rather than a permanent residential community.

Green Island is world-renowned for its exceptional snorkelling and diving opportunities, offering visitors direct access to vibrant coral reefs from the beach. The island features the Green Island Resort, glass-bottom boat tours, an underwater observatory, and guided reef walks. Day-trippers and overnight guests can experience pristine beaches, dense tropical rainforest, and protected marine life, making it one of the most visited natural attractions in Queensland.

Green Island falls under postcode 4871 and is governed by the Cairns Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4871
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cairns
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.93°, 145.99°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.12 km²
Population Density
161 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4871

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4871, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,070
Median 2023–24
$46,529
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,771

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4871; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
27 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
N/A (island)
By Car (Off-Peak)
N/A (island)

🛣️ Ferry from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, approximately 45 minutes

Walkability Walkable

Small island where most attractions are accessible on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
20
▲ 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 Island. 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

How do you get to Green Island QLD? +

Green Island is accessed by ferry from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal. Ferries operate daily and take approximately 45 minutes each way.

Is Green Island part of the Great Barrier Reef? +

Yes, Green Island sits within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park World Heritage Area and is one of the few coral cay islands in the reef system.

Can you stay overnight on Green Island? +

Yes, Green Island Resort offers overwater bungalows and beachfront accommodation for guests wishing to experience the island outside of day-trip hours.

Is Green Island a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Green Island 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.

What is the population of Green Island? +

Green Island had a population of 20 at the 2021 Census.