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Horton

QLD 4660 • Queensland

205
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Horton

Horton is a small rural locality in Queensland's Fraser Coast Region, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Maryborough and around 260 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality covers about 14.9 square kilometres of agricultural land in the Wide Bay–Burnett area, with a population of 205 residents. The community has a modest income profile and a quiet, rural character typical of the hinterland surrounding Maryborough, Queensland's Heritage City.

Residents of Horton rely on the nearby city of Maryborough for the full range of services including schools, healthcare, shopping, and transport connections. Maryborough is well-regarded for its well-preserved Victorian-era architecture and is known as the birthplace of P.L. Travers, author of Mary Poppins. The wider Fraser Coast region offers a range of natural attractions including the Mary River and access to Fraser Island (K'gari) to the east. Private vehicles are essential in Horton, with no local public transport serving the locality directly.

Horton falls under postcode 4660 and is governed by the Bundaberg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4660
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bundaberg
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.19°, 152.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.90 km²
Population Density
14 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4660

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4660, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$34,018
Median 2023–24
$40,881
▲ 20.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,182

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4660; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough West
18 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — Maryborough Car required; ~20 min drive to Maryborough

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
Train from Maryborough West (~18 km) to Brisbane Roma Street (~3 hrs 30 min on North Coast Line)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides main road access south to Brisbane; Maryborough is the primary service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Horton has no local services; all daily needs require driving to Maryborough or surrounding towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
205
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
490 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
238.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 120.4%
Non-FV assault
670.3 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Up 64.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.2% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
364.3 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Up 14.8%
View all offence categories for Bundaberg →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Horton known for? +

Horton is a quiet rural locality near Maryborough in Queensland's Fraser Coast Region, set in the agricultural hinterland of the Wide Bay–Burnett area. The locality is close to Maryborough, known as Queensland's Heritage City and birthplace of P.L. Travers, author of Mary Poppins.

How far is Horton from Brisbane CBD? +

Horton is approximately 260 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD via the Bruce Highway, typically a 3 to 3.5 hour drive. The nearest city is Maryborough, about 15 kilometres to the north-west.

Does Horton have public transport? +

Horton has no local bus service. The nearest train station is Maryborough West (approximately 18 km away) on the North Coast Line connecting to Brisbane, but a private vehicle is essential for residents to access services.

What is the population of Horton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Horton has a population of 205 people across approximately 14.9 square kilometres of rural land in the Fraser Coast Region.

Is Horton a good place to live? +

Horton suits those who value a peaceful rural lifestyle with access to the broader Fraser Coast region. Residents benefit from proximity to Maryborough's full range of services and the natural attractions of the Wide Bay area, while enjoying the quiet character of a small country locality.

What is the postcode for Horton? +

The postcode for Horton, Queensland is 4660.

Is Horton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Horton is part of the Bundaberg 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.