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Khosh Bulduk

QLD 4723 • Queensland

60
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
257.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalOutback
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About Khosh Bulduk

Khosh Bulduk is a small and remote rural locality in Central Queensland, situated approximately 900 kilometres north-west of Brisbane near the town of Emerald in the Central Highlands. The locality covers around 257 square kilometres of open grazing country and recorded a population of approximately 60 residents at the 2021 Census. The name is of Afghan origin and reflects the region's historical connection to the Afghan camel drivers who traversed the Australian outback in the 19th century.

Emerald, approximately 60 kilometres to the south, serves as the main service centre for the Central Highlands, providing a hospital, schools, supermarkets, and an airport. The region is a major producer of gemstones — Emerald is near the Sapphire gemfields, one of the world's most prolific sapphire mining areas. A private vehicle is essential as there is no public transport.

Khosh Bulduk falls under postcode 4723 and is governed by the Central Highlands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Gregory electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4723
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Highlands
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Gregory
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.00°, 148.02°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
257.40 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4723

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4723 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$60,701
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,848

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4723; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Emerald
60 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
900 km
By Train
Queensland Rail from Emerald (approx. 60 km) to Brisbane; approx. 12 hours
By Car (Peak)
9–10 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
9 hours

🛣️ Capricorn Highway provides road access; Emerald Airport has flights to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; all errands require a drive to Emerald.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
60
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Central Highlands Local Government Area, which contains Khosh Bulduk. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
841.5 / 100k
2yr Up 79.3% 10yr Up 85.7%
Motor vehicle theft
309.7 / 100k
2yr Up 12.1% 10yr Up 169.2%
Non-FV assault
1,373.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 210.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.7 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr Up 93.1%
Steal from vehicle
356.8 / 100k
2yr Up 43.6% 10yr Down 39.1%
View all offence categories for Central Highlands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Khosh Bulduk known for? +

Khosh Bulduk is a remote pastoral locality in Queensland's Central Highlands near Emerald, notable for its Afghan heritage name and proximity to the world-famous sapphire gemfields around Sapphire and Rubyvale.

How far is Khosh Bulduk from Brisbane CBD? +

Khosh Bulduk is approximately 900 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, around 9 to 10 hours by road. Emerald Airport (about 60 km south) has flights to Brisbane.

Does Khosh Bulduk have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Khosh Bulduk. Emerald (approximately 60 km south) is the nearest major service centre with Queensland Rail and air connections.

What is the population of Khosh Bulduk? +

According to the 2021 Census, Khosh Bulduk has a population of approximately 60 residents, a very sparse locality in Queensland's Central Highlands.

Is Khosh Bulduk a good place to live? +

Khosh Bulduk suits those committed to remote outback pastoral life, with Emerald providing regional services and the sapphire gemfields and Central Highlands scenery as unique drawcards.

What is the postcode for Khosh Bulduk? +

The postcode for Khosh Bulduk, QLD is 4723.

Is Khosh Bulduk a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Khosh Bulduk is part of the Central Highlands 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.