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Inverness

QLD 4703 • Queensland

460
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
5.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalQuietSemi-RuralCapricorn Coast
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About Inverness

Inverness is a rural locality in the Livingstone Shire, Queensland, located approximately 3.3 kilometres north-north-west of Yeppoon and 43 kilometres north-east of Rockhampton. Situated about 675 kilometres north of Brisbane along the Capricorn Coast, the locality covers around 5.5 square kilometres with a population of 460 residents. Inverness lies near the base of the Coast Range and has a relaxed semi-rural character, benefiting from its proximity to the popular seaside town of Yeppoon.

Residents of Inverness enjoy easy access to Yeppoon's beaches, shops, cafes, and services, as well as the natural beauty of the Capricorn Coast including Yeppoon Lagoon and the nearby Great Barrier Reef gateway at Keppel Bay. Rockhampton, the regional centre for Central Queensland, is accessible within a 45-minute drive for major retail, health services, and transport connections. The locality suits those seeking a quiet, coastal-adjacent lifestyle in Central Queensland, with the beach and local amenities of Yeppoon just minutes away.

Inverness 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
5.50 km²
Population Density
84 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 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

  • Capricorn Coast bus services — Yeppoon / Rockhampton 10-15 min to Yeppoon; 45-55 min to Rockhampton

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
43 km
By Train
No direct train service to Inverness; Rockhampton train station is approx. 43 km away
By Car (Peak)
40-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Primary route via Yeppoon Road to Rockhampton; Yeppoon is the nearest major service town at approx. 5 min drive

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Inverness is a rural locality with no local shops; residents rely on neighbouring Yeppoon for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
460
▲ 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 Inverness. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Inverness known for? +

Inverness is known for its peaceful rural character close to the Capricorn Coast, sitting just north of Yeppoon and offering easy access to the region's beaches, Keppel Bay, and the Great Barrier Reef.

How far is Inverness from Rockhampton? +

Inverness is approximately 43 kilometres north-east of Rockhampton CBD, typically a 40 to 50 minute drive via Yeppoon Road.

Does Inverness have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Inverness. Capricorn Coast bus services connect the area to Yeppoon and Rockhampton, though services can be infrequent; a car is strongly recommended.

What is the population of Inverness? +

Inverness had a population of 460 residents at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a small, rural Capricorn Coast locality.

Is Inverness a good place to live? +

Inverness offers a quiet semi-rural lifestyle with the convenience of Yeppoon's beach town amenities just minutes away, making it appealing to families and retirees who value space, natural surroundings, and coastal access in Central Queensland.

What is the postcode for Inverness? +

The postcode for Inverness, Queensland is 4703.

Is Inverness a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Inverness 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.