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Image Flat

QLD 4560 • Queensland

457
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPeacefulSunshine Coast
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About Image Flat

Image Flat is a small rural locality in the Sunshine Coast Region of Queensland, situated approximately 6 kilometres north-west of Nambour and 113 kilometres north of Brisbane. Covering around 10 square kilometres, the locality had a 2021 Census population of 457 residents and falls within the Sunshine Coast Council local government area. The area is characterised by acreage properties, hobby farms, and pockets of subtropical bushland on the fringes of the Nambour urban area.

Residents of Image Flat enjoy a semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to the services and amenities of nearby Nambour, including the Nambour General Hospital, shops, and Queensland Rail connections. The Bruce Highway and Nambour Connection Road provide convenient links to Maroochydore and the broader Sunshine Coast, and the beaches of the coast are roughly 30 minutes away by car. The locality's quiet acreage character appeals to families and rural lifestyle seekers who want space without straying too far from suburban conveniences.

Image Flat 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
9.97 km²
Population Density
46 /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
6.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Translink local routes — Nambour 15-20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
113 km
By Train
Approx. 90 min from Nambour Station to Brisbane Roma Street
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
75-95 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway is the main arterial; Nambour is the nearest town for rail access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Image Flat is a rural acreage locality with no footpath network; a car is essential for virtually all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
457
▲ 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 Image Flat. 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 Image Flat known for? +

Image Flat is known for its quiet rural character, acreage properties, and hobby farms set within subtropical surroundings on the outskirts of Nambour on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.

How far is Image Flat from Brisbane CBD? +

Image Flat is approximately 113 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD, typically a 75–120 minute drive via the Bruce Highway depending on traffic conditions.

Does Image Flat have public transport? +

Image Flat has limited public transport options. The nearest Queensland Rail station is Nambour, about 6.5 kilometres away, providing rail services to Brisbane. Local bus routes connect the area to Nambour, but a car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Image Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Image Flat has a population of 457 residents spread across approximately 10 square kilometres, giving it a low density rural character typical of Sunshine Coast hinterland localities.

Is Image Flat a good place to live? +

Image Flat is well suited to those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle with space and privacy, while remaining within a short drive of Nambour's services and the Sunshine Coast's beaches and amenities. It appeals particularly to families and hobby farmers who value quiet acreage living.

What is the postcode for Image Flat? +

The postcode for Image Flat is 4560, which is shared with nearby Nambour and several surrounding localities on the Sunshine Coast.

Is Image Flat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Image Flat 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.