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Hampden

QLD 4741 • Queensland

598
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
47.67 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuietSemi-Rural
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About Hampden

Hampden is a rural locality in Queensland's Mackay Region, situated approximately 30 kilometres west-north-west of Mackay along the Pioneer Valley corridor. Covering around 47.7 square kilometres, the locality lies within the Mackay Regional Council area and is characterised by a mix of sugar cane farming and broader agricultural land use. With a population of approximately 598 residents and an elevation ranging from 20 to 232 metres, Hampden occupies a transitional zone between coastal lowlands and the ranges of the hinterland.

Like many rural localities in the Mackay hinterland, Hampden is a farming community where life revolves around the land and the agricultural calendar. Residents depend on Mackay for the full range of retail, health, and education services, with the Bruce Highway providing the main connection to the coast. The surrounding Pioneer Valley is known for its lush cane fields and productive agriculture, and the nearby town of Mirani (about 18 kilometres south-east) provides some local services. Hampden suits those who value a rural lifestyle with space and privacy.

Hampden falls under postcode 4741 and is governed by the Mackay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dawson, while state elections fall under the Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4741
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.81°, 149.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
47.67 km²
Population Density
13 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4741

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4741 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$65,324
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,336

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4741; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Mackay 35-45 min

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Mackay
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Car is essential. Pioneer Valley Road connects the locality to Mackay and Mirani. Bruce Highway provides access to wider Queensland.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; this is a dispersed rural locality with minimal local infrastructure

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
598
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
694.6 / 100k
2yr Down 16.1% 10yr Down 34.3%
Motor vehicle theft
316.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 42.1%
Non-FV assault
1,256 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 128.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.2 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Up 110.6%
Steal from vehicle
716.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mackay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hampden known for? +

Hampden is known as a quiet rural locality in the Pioneer Valley west of Mackay, with the surrounding area characterised by sugar cane farming and agricultural land use typical of the Mackay hinterland.

How far is Hampden from Mackay? +

Hampden is approximately 30 kilometres west-north-west of Mackay CBD, a drive of around 30 to 45 minutes via Pioneer Valley Road.

Does Hampden have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Hampden and public transport options are very limited. A car is essential for getting around, with Mackay being the nearest major centre for all services.

What is the population of Hampden? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hampden has a population of approximately 598 residents, spread across a locality of around 47.7 square kilometres in the Mackay Region.

Is Hampden a good place to live? +

Hampden suits those who prefer a rural lifestyle with space and privacy, particularly those involved in agriculture or who work in the broader Mackay region. Access to services requires a drive to Mackay or the nearby town of Mirani.

What is the postcode for Hampden? +

The postcode for Hampden is 4741, which covers the wider Mackay hinterland area including surrounding rural localities.

Is Hampden a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hampden is part of the Mackay 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.