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Kilcoy

QLD 4515 • Greater Brisbane

1,996
Population (2021)
$70,408
Median Household Income
3.31 km²
Area
$335/wk
Median Rent
RuralCountry TownAffordableFamily-FriendlyAgricultural

About Kilcoy

Kilcoy is a rural town in the Somerset Region of Queensland, located approximately 97 kilometres northwest of Brisbane along the D'Aguilar Highway. With a population of around 2,000 residents, it sits just north of Lake Somerset in the Brisbane River Valley. The town serves as a service centre for the surrounding pastoral and farming community, with a relaxed country atmosphere and strong community spirit.

The town offers essential amenities including schools, a hospital, sporting facilities, and a range of local shops along its main street. Kilcoy is known for its beef cattle industry and hosts popular country events throughout the year. The area attracts families and retirees seeking an affordable, quiet lifestyle with easy access to the scenic Somerset and D'Aguilar Range regions.

Kilcoy falls under postcode 4515 and is governed by Somerset Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nanango electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4515
Urban Area
Esk - Kilcoy
LGA / Council
Somerset
Federal Electorate
Blair
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.94°, 152.56°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
3.31 km²
Elevation
134m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$335
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
38 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TransLink Route 539 — Caboolture via Woodford 60 min to Caboolture

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
97 km
By Train
No direct train — drive to Caboolture then train (~2 hrs total)
By Bus
Limited bus to Caboolture, then train (~2.5 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Regional town; most residents rely on private vehicles

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though the compact town centre is walkable for daily essentials.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
282.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.6% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
226.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 67.7%
Non-FV assault
973.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 163.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
267.5 / 100k
2yr Down 28.4% 10yr Up 31.9%
View all offence categories for Somerset →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,898
Census 2021
1,996
▲ 5.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$30,420
Personal Income 2021
$39,208
▲ 28.9% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$39,208 / yr
$754/wk
Household
$70,408 / yr
$1354/wk
Family
$80,392 / yr
$1546/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,176
Born Overseas 564

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 378
  • 2. New Zealand 35
  • 3. England 25
  • 4. South Korea 12
  • 5. Scotland 11
  • 6. South Africa 11
  • 7. Samoa 10
  • 8. United States 7
  • 9. Canada 5
  • 10. China 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 639
Australian 614
Filipino 401
Irish 143
Scottish 136
German 118
Australian Aboriginal 60
Spanish 23
Chinese 21
Welsh 17

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

994
Both parents born in Australia
603
Both parents born overseas
139
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.9%
No Religion
29.0%
Islam
0.7%
Hinduism
0.4%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
105 (5.3%)
5-14 years
272 (13.6%)
15-19 years
113 (5.7%)
20-24 years
76 (3.8%)
25-34 years
308 (15.4%)
35-44 years
320 (16.0%)
45-54 years
195 (9.8%)
55-64 years
227 (11.4%)
65-74 years
206 (10.3%)
75-84 years
114 (5.7%)
85+ years
57 (2.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kilcoy known for? +

Kilcoy is known for the Kilcoy Koala, a giant koala sculpture that is a popular tourist photo stop, and as a service town for the surrounding pastoral and dairy district. The town sits along the Stanley River and is the main centre in the Somerset Region.

How far is Kilcoy from Brisbane? +

Kilcoy is approximately 97 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, about a 1.25–1.5 hour drive via Caboolture or Esk. It serves as a gateway town between the Sunshine Coast hinterland and the Darling Downs.

Does Kilcoy have public transport? +

Kilcoy has limited bus services; there is no direct rail connection. Residents typically drive to Caboolture railway station (approximately 60 km south) for train access to Brisbane. A car is essential for day-to-day life.

What is the population of Kilcoy? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kilcoy has a population of approximately 1,996 residents, making it the main urban centre of the Somerset Region.

Is Kilcoy a good place to live? +

Kilcoy offers affordable regional town living in a scenic river valley setting, well-suited to families, agricultural workers, and retirees who value a slower pace of life. The community has good primary schooling, local shops, and sporting facilities, with larger services in Caboolture or the Sunshine Coast.

What is the postcode for Kilcoy? +

The postcode for Kilcoy, QLD is 4515.

What is the average income in Kilcoy? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Kilcoy is about $754 per week (around $39,200 per year). The median household income is $1,354 per week and the median family income is $1,546 per week.

What is the age profile of Kilcoy? +

The median age in Kilcoy is 38. The largest age group is 35–44 (320 residents, around 16%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Kilcoy a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kilcoy is part of the Somerset 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.

How much is rent in Kilcoy? +

In Kilcoy, the median weekly rent is $335, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,300 (2021 Census).