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Hivesville

QLD 4612 • Queensland

173
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.28 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteHistoric
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About Hivesville

Hivesville is a small rural town and locality in the South Burnett Region of Queensland, situated approximately 270 kilometres north-west of Brisbane along the Proston-Wondai Road, within the South Burnett Regional Council area. With a population of 173 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, the locality spans around 14.3 square kilometres of agricultural land typical of the South Burnett district. The area supports a tight-knit farming community, with the economy centred on cattle grazing and broadacre cropping common to the region.

Hivesville is best known for its historic Hivesville Hotel, a heritage landmark that has served as the social heart of the community for over a century. The surrounding South Burnett countryside offers a quintessential Queensland rural lifestyle, with expansive paddocks, open skies, and a genuine country atmosphere. Residents rely on nearby Proston (11 kilometres to the west) and Murgon (around 32 kilometres to the east) for most shopping, services, and schooling, making a private vehicle essential for daily life.

Hivesville falls under postcode 4612 and is governed by the South Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4612
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Burnett
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.00°, 151.59°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.28 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Murgon / Kingaroy Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr 15 min

🛣️ Accessible via the D'Aguilar Highway or Bunya Highway. Kingaroy is the main service hub approximately 55 km to the south.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Hivesville has minimal local services and a car is essential for all daily errands and travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
173
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,039.6 / 100k
2yr Down 10.4% 10yr Up 78.5%
Motor vehicle theft
477.2 / 100k
2yr Up 12.8% 10yr Up 320.8%
Non-FV assault
985.6 / 100k
2yr Down 13.8% 10yr Up 133.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
17 / 100k
2yr Down 46.9% 10yr Up 456.0%
Steal from vehicle
383.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 86.7%
View all offence categories for South Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hivesville known for? +

Hivesville is known for its historic Hivesville Hotel, a heritage landmark dating back to the early 20th century, and for its quiet rural character in Queensland's South Burnett farming district.

How far is Hivesville from Brisbane? +

Hivesville is approximately 270 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, making it around a 3-hour drive via the D'Aguilar or Bunya Highway.

Does Hivesville have public transport? +

Hivesville has very limited public transport options. There is no rail service, and a private vehicle is essential for getting around. Kingaroy, the nearest major town, is about 55 kilometres to the south.

What is the population of Hivesville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hivesville had a population of 173 residents, reflecting its character as a very small rural locality within the South Burnett Region.

Is Hivesville a good place to live? +

Hivesville suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle away from city pressures. It offers wide open spaces and a genuine country community feel, though residents need to travel to nearby towns like Murgon or Kingaroy for most services and amenities.

What is the postcode for Hivesville? +

The postcode for Hivesville, QLD is 4612.

Is Hivesville a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hivesville is part of the South Burnett 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.