🔍

Hidden Valley

QLD 4703 • Queensland

879
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.89 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RegionalAcreage LivingCoastal HinterlandFamily-Friendly
Advertisement

About Hidden Valley

Hidden Valley is a mixed-use locality situated in Livingstone Shire, Queensland, approximately 4.9 kilometres south-west of Yeppoon and 36 kilometres north-west of Rockhampton CBD on the Capricorn Coast. With a population of 879 residents at the 2021 census, the area covers around 13.9 square kilometres of gently undulating terrain at elevations between 10 and 160 metres. The locality straddles the Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road corridor, making it a convenient buffer between the regional city and the popular coastal town of Yeppoon.

Hidden Valley appeals to families and lifestyle-seekers drawn to acreage living within easy reach of Yeppoon's beaches, shops, and Capricorn Coast Hospital. The surrounding Livingstone Shire offers a relaxed regional lifestyle with access to Keppel Bay beaches, national parks, and outdoor recreation. The area is home to a mix of rural residential blocks and light industrial uses, attracting tradespeople and small-business owners who value the proximity to both Yeppoon's amenities and Rockhampton's broader services.

Hidden Valley falls under postcode 4703 and is governed by the Livingstone Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Capricornia, while state elections fall under the Keppel electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4703
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Livingstone
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Keppel
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.07°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.89 km²
Population Density
63 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4703

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4703, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,828
Median 2023–24
$62,517
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,273

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4703; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 20,20A — Yeppoon - Rockhampton via Tanby Rd ~20 min to Yeppoon, ~55 min to Rockhampton

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
36.4 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Bus
Approximately 55-65 minutes via regional bus
By Car (Peak)
35-40 minutes
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-35 minutes

🛣️ The Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road is the main arterial. Yeppoon town centre is only 10 minutes by car.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Hidden Valley is a rural locality with no footpaths or local retail. All errands require a car; Yeppoon provides the nearest shopping and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
879
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.3 / 100k
2yr Down 48.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
152.9 / 100k
2yr Down 53.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Non-FV assault
942.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.4% 10yr Up 197.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.2% 10yr Up 406.0%
Steal from vehicle
241.9 / 100k
2yr Down 20.2% 10yr Down 32.8%
View all offence categories for Livingstone →

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

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hidden Valley known for? +

Hidden Valley is known for its acreage lifestyle properties near Yeppoon on the Capricorn Coast. The locality offers space and semi-rural living within easy reach of Yeppoon's beaches, shops, and the Capricorn Coast Hospital.

How far is Hidden Valley from Rockhampton? +

Hidden Valley is approximately 36 kilometres north-west of Rockhampton CBD via Yeppoon, a drive of about 35–40 minutes.

Does Hidden Valley have public transport? +

There is limited public transport serving Hidden Valley. Bus routes connect Yeppoon to Rockhampton, and Yeppoon is the nearest service centre accessible by private vehicle.

What is the population of Hidden Valley? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 879 residents in Hidden Valley, a growing acreage locality in Livingstone Shire near the Capricorn Coast.

Is Hidden Valley a good place to live? +

Hidden Valley is a good choice for families and lifestyle seekers wanting acreage living near Yeppoon's beaches and Rockhampton's full services. The Capricorn Coast's natural beauty and growing residential amenities make it an appealing area.

What is the postcode for Hidden Valley? +

The postcode for Hidden Valley QLD is 4703, covering the Yeppoon and Capricorn Coast area of Central Queensland.

Is Hidden Valley a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hidden Valley is part of the Livingstone 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.