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Jubilee Heights

QLD 4860 • Queensland

164
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Jubilee Heights

Jubilee Heights is a small rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Far North Queensland, situated near Innisfail approximately 90 kilometres south of Cairns. Covering around 12.4 square kilometres, the locality recorded a population of 164 in the 2021 Census and falls within the Cassowary Coast Regional Council area. It is bounded to the south-east by the Johnstone River, with low-lying alluvial land near the river giving way to the foothills of the Seymour Range, which rises to 271 metres.

The low-lying areas are used primarily for sugarcane and cropping, reflecting the agricultural character that has shaped the broader Innisfail district since European settlement. There are no schools within Jubilee Heights; the nearest primary schools are Innisfail State School and Flying Fish Point State School to the south and south-east. The locality appeals to those seeking a quiet semi-rural lifestyle amid tropical greenery, within easy reach of Innisfail's shops, services, and the natural attractions of the Wet Tropics.

Jubilee Heights falls under postcode 4860 and is governed by the Cassowary Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4860
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.52°, 145.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.45 km²
Population Density
13 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4860

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4860, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,610
Median 2023–24
$48,574
▲ 22.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,435

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4860; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Innisfail town centre 10–15 min by car

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hour to 1 hour 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min to 1 hour

🛣️ Access via the Bruce Highway; Innisfail township is approximately 10km away for daily needs.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
164
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
714 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
201.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 11.2%
Non-FV assault
1,528.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 160.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
22.7 / 100k
2yr Up 240.4% 10yr Up 33.1%
Steal from vehicle
214.2 / 100k
2yr Down 16.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Cassowary Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jubilee Heights known for? +

Jubilee Heights is known for its sugarcane and cropping farms along the Johnstone River flats, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Seymour Range in Far North Queensland's Cassowary Coast region.

How far is Jubilee Heights from Cairns? +

Jubilee Heights is approximately 90 kilometres south of Cairns, typically a 55 minute to 1 hour 15 minute drive via the Bruce Highway, depending on traffic.

Does Jubilee Heights have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Jubilee Heights. The locality is car-dependent, with Innisfail township approximately 10 kilometres away for shopping and services. There is no passenger rail in the Innisfail area.

What is the population of Jubilee Heights? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 164 people in Jubilee Heights, making it a small rural community within the Cassowary Coast Regional Council area.

Is Jubilee Heights a good place to live? +

Jubilee Heights suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle in the tropics, with easy access to Innisfail's amenities and the natural beauty of Far North Queensland. The locality is ideal for hobby farmers or those seeking semi-rural acreage within a reasonable distance of Cairns.

What is the postcode for Jubilee Heights? +

Jubilee Heights shares postcode 4860 with Innisfail and surrounding localities in Far North Queensland's Cassowary Coast Region.

Is Jubilee Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Jubilee Heights is part of the Cassowary 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.