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Hibernia

QLD 4723 • Queensland

82
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
566.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalOutbackRemote
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About Hibernia

Hibernia is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Central Highlands region of Queensland, situated adjacent to the township of Capella and falling within the Central Highlands Regional Council area. The locality covers an expansive 566 square kilometres of agricultural land and had a recorded population of 82 residents at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a broad rural district rather than a concentrated township. Despite its name, the Capella Airport — a gravel airstrip serving the district — is technically located within Hibernia's boundaries.

The Gregory Highway and the Central Western railway line both traverse Hibernia, running between Capella and the localities further north-west, making it an important corridor for the region's agricultural and mining freight traffic. The broader Capella area is known for grain and cattle farming, and the Central Highlands' coal and agricultural industries provide much of the local employment. Residents rely on Capella for day-to-day services, while Emerald — the regional centre approximately 75 kilometres to the south-east — provides hospitals, secondary schools, and larger retail.

Hibernia falls under postcode 4723 and is governed by the Central Highlands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Gregory electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4723
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Highlands
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Gregory
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.09°, 147.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
566.44 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4723

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4723 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$60,701
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,848

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4723; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Capella (freight only)
2 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / limited regional services — Emerald / Rockhampton 1 hr to Emerald; 3 hrs to Rockhampton

Commute to Emerald CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
No passenger train service; freight rail only through the locality
By Car (Peak)
50 min - 1 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min

🛣️ Gregory Highway is the main road corridor; Capella township is immediately adjacent

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A broad rural locality; a car is essential for all services and errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
82
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
841.5 / 100k
2yr Up 79.3% 10yr Up 85.7%
Motor vehicle theft
309.7 / 100k
2yr Up 12.1% 10yr Up 169.2%
Non-FV assault
1,373.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 210.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.7 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr Up 93.1%
Steal from vehicle
356.8 / 100k
2yr Up 43.6% 10yr Down 39.1%
View all offence categories for Central Highlands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hibernia known for? +

Hibernia is primarily known as a broad rural locality adjacent to Capella in Queensland's Central Highlands. The area is part of a region known for grain farming, cattle grazing, and coal mining, and the Capella Airport gravel airstrip is technically within Hibernia's boundaries.

How far is Hibernia from Emerald? +

Hibernia adjoins Capella, which is approximately 75 kilometres north-west of Emerald, the regional centre of the Central Highlands. The drive typically takes around 50 minutes via the Gregory Highway.

Does Hibernia have public transport? +

There is no regular public bus or passenger rail service operating through Hibernia. The Central Western railway line passes through the locality but is freight-only. Residents rely on private vehicles for all travel.

What is the population of Hibernia? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hibernia has a population of 82 residents spread across approximately 566 square kilometres, reflecting its character as a rural grazing and farming district.

Is Hibernia a good place to live? +

Hibernia suits those comfortable with remote rural living and reliant on the adjacent Capella township for day-to-day needs. The expansive landscape and agricultural lifestyle appeal to farming and grazing families, while Emerald provides the nearest regional services.

What is the postcode for Hibernia? +

The postcode for Hibernia, QLD is 4723, which it shares with Capella and surrounding localities in the Central Highlands.

Is Hibernia a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hibernia is part of the Central Highlands 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.