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Gunalda

QLD 4570 • Queensland

426
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
68.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordableHistoric
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About Gunalda

Gunalda is a small rural town in Queensland's Gympie Region, situated approximately 27 kilometres north-west of Gympie and around 194 kilometres north-north-west of Brisbane. With a population of 426 spread across a 67-square-kilometre locality that straddles both the Gympie Region and Fraser Coast Region boundaries, Gunalda serves as a quiet pastoral and agricultural community. The median household income of around $38,000 reflects the area's predominantly rural economy, typical of small Queensland towns in the Wide Bay–Burnett region.

The Gunalda Hotel has long served as the social hub for locals and passing travellers on the route between Gympie and Murgon, a hallmark of Queensland's outback pub culture. The surrounding countryside encompasses timber, grazing, and mixed farming that reflect the heritage of south-east Queensland's rural interior. Gympie, 27 kilometres to the south-east, provides the nearest full range of services including hospitals, schools, and shopping, making a private vehicle essential for everyday life. Gunalda suits those who appreciate the pace and community spirit of a traditional Queensland country town.

Gunalda falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the Gympie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
68.51 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4570

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4570, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,494
Median 2023–24
$48,143
▲ 25.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,221

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4570; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gympie Approx. 30-40 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
194 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Gympie North then Queensland Rail to Brisbane (~3 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway accessible via Gympie; Gympie is the main service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Only a hotel and very basic services in the township; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
426
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
565 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.2%
Motor vehicle theft
340.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 116.8%
Non-FV assault
646.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 47.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.5 / 100k
2yr Down 56.6% 10yr Up 328.2%
Steal from vehicle
406.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 74.9%
View all offence categories for Gympie →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gunalda known for? +

Gunalda is best known as a quiet rural service town in Queensland's Wide Bay–Burnett region, with the Gunalda Hotel being a long-standing landmark and social hub for the surrounding pastoral community. The area is steeped in rural Queensland heritage, with grazing, timber, and mixed farming shaping its character.

How far is Gunalda from Gympie? +

Gunalda is approximately 27 kilometres north-west of Gympie CBD, about a 30–40 minute drive.

Does Gunalda have public transport? +

Public transport in Gunalda is extremely limited, with only occasional regional services to Gympie. There is no train service to the town; the nearest station is Gympie North on the North Coast Line. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Gunalda? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gunalda has a population of 426 residents across its large 67 square kilometre locality, reflecting its sparse, rural character.

Is Gunalda a good place to live? +

Gunalda is best suited to those who enjoy rural Queensland's wide-open spaces and community spirit, and who are content to travel to Gympie for services. It offers very affordable land and a traditional country lifestyle, but is not well-suited to those needing urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Gunalda? +

The postcode for Gunalda is 4570, shared with Gympie and several surrounding localities.

Is Gunalda a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gunalda is part of the Gympie 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.