Jones Hill

QLD 4570 • Rest of QLD

1,135
Population (2021)
$38,896
Median Income
8.02 km²
Area
91m
Elevation
RuralSemi-RuralAffordableAcreageTree Change

About Jones Hill

Jones Hill is a peaceful rural locality in the Gympie Region of Queensland, situated 5.6 km south of Gympie CBD on the southwestern bank of the Mary River. With a population of 1,135 (2021 census), it offers a semi-rural lifestyle with a blend of established properties and newer residential developments. The area is characterised by rolling hills, bushland, and scenic views of the Mary River valley.

The suburb attracts families and tree-changers seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to Gympie's services and amenities. Jones Hill offers larger residential blocks compared to urban Gympie, appealing to those wanting space for hobby farms or simply more room. Residents enjoy easy access to Gympie's shops, schools, and the Cooloola Coast beaches while benefiting from lower property prices than coastal alternatives.

Jones Hill falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by Gympie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gympie electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.24°, 152.66°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
8.02 km²
Elevation
91m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gympie North
8 km
Spirit of Queensland (limited service)

Bus Services

  • Local Gympie bus — Gympie CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
3+ hours via Gympie North (Spirit of Queensland - limited service)
By Car (Peak)
2-2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5-2 hours

🛣️ Car essential; regional area with limited public transport. Gympie is the main service centre (5-10 min drive).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural area requiring car for all errands; no footpaths or local shops

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$373
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
898
Census 2021
1,135
26.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,980
Income 2021
$38,896
21.6% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 977
Born Overseas 126

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 35
  • 2. England 30
  • 3. South Africa 10
  • 4. Scotland 6
  • 5. India 5
  • 6. Croatia 4
  • 7. Germany 4
  • 8. Philippines 4
  • 9. Brazil 3
  • 10. Netherlands 3
  • 11. Zimbabwe 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 513
Australian 454
Irish 146
Scottish 129
German 110
Australian Aboriginal 33
Dutch 23
Italian 21
New Zealander 15
Hungarian 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

835
Both parents born in Australia
152
Both parents born overseas
113
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.6%
Christianity
46.2%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
79 (7.0%)
5-14 years
160 (14.1%)
15-19 years
68 (6.0%)
20-24 years
50 (4.4%)
25-34 years
175 (15.4%)
35-44 years
122 (10.7%)
45-54 years
129 (11.4%)
55-64 years
147 (13.0%)
65-74 years
122 (10.7%)
75-84 years
70 (6.2%)
85+ years
13 (1.1%)

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