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Ironpot (Livingstone - Qld)

QLD 4610 • Queensland

184
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
37.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalHistoric
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About Ironpot (Livingstone - Qld)

Ironpot is a small rural locality in Queensland's South Burnett Region, located approximately 59 kilometres west of Kingaroy and around 163 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. With a tiny population recorded in the 2021 Census, Ironpot is one of the more remote localities in the South Burnett, covering over 37 square kilometres of agricultural and pastoral land. The locality falls within the South Burnett Regional Council area in the state electorate of Nanango.

The area is characterised by open farming land and sparse settlement, typical of Queensland's inland South Burnett region. A historic farmers' hall stands as a reminder of the locality's agricultural community history. Residents depend entirely on their vehicles for access to services, with Kingaroy providing the nearest range of shops, schools, medical facilities, and employment opportunities.

Ironpot (Livingstone - Qld) falls under postcode 4610 and is governed by the Livingstone Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4610
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Livingstone
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.58°, 151.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
37.69 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4610

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4610, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,179
Median 2023–24
$48,269
▲ 17.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,623

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4610; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled services — Private vehicle required N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
163 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Via Burnett Highway to Kingaroy then D'Aguilar Highway to Brisbane. Car is essential.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Extremely sparse rural locality with no commercial services; a car is required for everything

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
184
▲ 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 Ironpot (Livingstone - Qld). 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 Ironpot known for? +

Ironpot is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's South Burnett Region best known for its historic farmers' hall, which reflects the area's agricultural community heritage. The locality is surrounded by pastoral and farming land typical of the South Burnett.

How far is Ironpot from Brisbane? +

Ironpot is approximately 163 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Burnett Highway and D'Aguilar Highway.

Does Ironpot have public transport? +

Ironpot has no scheduled public transport services. There is no passenger rail in the South Burnett Region, and residents rely entirely on private vehicles for all travel and access to services.

What is the population of Ironpot? +

Ironpot is one of Queensland's most sparsely populated localities, with a very small number of residents recorded in the 2021 Census, spread across a rural area of over 37 square kilometres.

Is Ironpot a good place to live? +

Ironpot is suited to those seeking an extremely quiet rural lifestyle, with wide open spaces and the solitude of the Queensland countryside. Residents value the privacy and agricultural character of the area while being within driving distance of Kingaroy's services.

What is the postcode for Ironpot? +

The postcode for Ironpot (South Burnett Region), Queensland is 4610.

Is Ironpot a safe area? +

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