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Kinchant Dam

QLD 4741 • Queensland

183
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
36.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralLakesideFishingPeaceful
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About Kinchant Dam

Kinchant Dam is a rural locality in the Mackay Region of Queensland, situated approximately 41 kilometres west of Mackay on the edge of the cane-growing Proserpine-Mackay hinterland, within Mackay Regional Council. With a population of around 183 residents across 37 square kilometres, the locality takes its name from the Kinchant Dam — a water storage facility built on Sandy Creek that forms Lake Kinchant, a popular recreational destination for the Mackay region. The area is characterised by quiet rural acreage properties and the scenic surroundings of the lake.

Lake Kinchant is the centrepiece of the locality, offering barbecue facilities, a park area overlooking the dam, and opportunities for boating, fishing, and picnicking — making it a popular day trip and weekend escape from Mackay. The drive to the dam passes through the striking sugar cane fields of North Eton, providing a classic slice of Mackay region country. Mackay itself provides all major retail, health, education, and transport services within an easy 40-minute drive.

Kinchant Dam falls under postcode 4741 and is governed by the Mackay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dawson, while state elections fall under the Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4741
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.81°, 149.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
36.59 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4741

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4741 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$65,324
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,336

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4741; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mackay (limited rail)
41 km
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Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
41 km
By Train
No direct train to Kinchant Dam; Mackay station is 41 km east with infrequent services
By Car (Peak)
40–50 min to Mackay CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
35–40 min to Mackay CBD

🛣️ Access via Mirani Road and Peak Downs Highway; car is the only practical transport option

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote rural locality — a car is essential for all shopping, services, and daily activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
183
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
694.6 / 100k
2yr Down 16.1% 10yr Down 34.3%
Motor vehicle theft
316.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 42.1%
Non-FV assault
1,256 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 128.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.2 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Up 110.6%
Steal from vehicle
716.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mackay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kinchant Dam known for? +

Kinchant Dam is known for Lake Kinchant, a popular recreational dam built on Sandy Creek that attracts visitors from Mackay for fishing, boating, picnicking, and barbecues. The area is also known for its scenic drive through North Eton's sugar cane fields.

How far is Kinchant Dam from Mackay? +

Kinchant Dam is approximately 41 kilometres west of Mackay, a drive of around 35–50 minutes via Mirani Road and the Peak Downs Highway.

Does Kinchant Dam have public transport? +

Kinchant Dam has no public transport. There is no bus service to the locality and no passenger rail. A private vehicle is essential for all travel to and from the area.

What is the population of Kinchant Dam? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kinchant Dam has a population of approximately 183 residents, living on rural acreage properties around the lake and surrounding locality.

Is Kinchant Dam a good place to live? +

Kinchant Dam suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with easy access to a beautiful lake for outdoor recreation. It's ideal for fishing and boating enthusiasts, acreage buyers, and those who value quiet country living within commuting distance of Mackay's services.

What is the postcode for Kinchant Dam? +

The postcode for Kinchant Dam, Queensland is 4741, shared with a wide area of the Mackay Region hinterland.

Is Kinchant Dam a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kinchant Dam is part of the Mackay 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.