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Highworth

QLD 4560 • Queensland

348
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.47 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
SuburbanSemi-RuralFamily-FriendlySunshine Coast
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About Highworth

Highworth is a small residential locality within the Sunshine Coast Council area, situated in the hinterland near Nambour in southeast Queensland. With a population of 348 residents in a compact area of just 0.47 square kilometres, the locality has a relatively dense residential character for the hinterland, reflecting its integration into the broader Nambour urban fringe. The postcode 4560 places it firmly within the Nambour district, where the median household income aligns with the Sunshine Coast Hinterland average.

Highworth benefits from proximity to Nambour, the main regional centre for the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, which offers shopping, a public hospital, schools, and Nambour Railway Station with train services to Brisbane and the coast. The surrounding landscape features the subtropical rolling hills and lush greenery characteristic of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, with the Blackall Range and Baroon Pocket Dam within easy reach. Residents enjoy a quiet suburban setting with a genuine hinterland feel, while the beaches of Maroochydore and Mooloolaba are just a short drive away, making Highworth a practical base for enjoying the full Sunshine Coast lifestyle.

Highworth falls under postcode 4560 and is governed by the Sunshine Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Fisher, while state elections fall under the Ninderry electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4560
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Sunshine Coast
Federal Electorate
Fisher
State Electorate
Ninderry
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.64°, 152.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.47 km²
Population Density
745 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4560

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4560, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,232
Median 2023–24
$53,020
▲ 25.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,067

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4560; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Nambour Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Translink route 609, 615 — Nambour / Sunshine Coast bus network 10-15 min to Nambour

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
Approx 1h 20min – 1h 35min from Nambour Station (~1.5km away) to Brisbane Roma Street
By Car (Peak)
1h 20min – 1h 50min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h – 1h 20min

🛣️ Bruce Highway (M1) provides direct road access to Brisbane; Sunshine Coast Airport ~25km for domestic flights

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though proximity to Nambour centre makes some local trips possible on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
348
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Down 17.9% 10yr Down 30.4%
Motor vehicle theft
167.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 28.8%
Non-FV assault
473.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 152.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.8 / 100k
2yr Down 20.0% 10yr Up 12.7%
Steal from vehicle
314.6 / 100k
2yr Down 18.3% 10yr Down 26.9%
View all offence categories for Sunshine Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Highworth known for? +

Highworth is a quiet residential locality on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, known for its proximity to Nambour and easy access to both the hinterland's subtropical scenery and the Sunshine Coast's beaches. It offers a relaxed suburban lifestyle within reach of Nambour's rail and road connections to Brisbane.

How far is Highworth from Brisbane? +

Highworth is approximately 100 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD. By train from nearby Nambour Station, the journey to Brisbane Roma Street takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes. By car via the Bruce Highway, it's typically 1 to 1 hour 45 minutes depending on traffic.

Does Highworth have public transport? +

Highworth is within walking distance of Nambour Railway Station (approximately 1.5km), which provides Translink train services to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Translink bus routes also serve the Nambour area, offering connections to the broader Sunshine Coast network.

What is the population of Highworth? +

According to the 2021 Census, Highworth has a population of 348 residents in an area of less than half a square kilometre, giving it a moderately dense character for a Sunshine Coast Hinterland locality.

Is Highworth a good place to live? +

Highworth suits those who want a quiet, affordable base on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland with convenient access to Nambour's services and rail connections to Brisbane. The beaches of Maroochydore and Mooloolaba are about 20 kilometres away, and the hinterland's parks, markets, and natural scenery are right on the doorstep.

What is the postcode for Highworth? +

The postcode for Highworth, QLD is 4560, which also covers Nambour and several nearby hinterland localities on the Sunshine Coast.

Is Highworth a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Highworth is part of the Sunshine Coast 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.