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King Scrub

QLD 4521 • Queensland

363
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.31 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyGrowth Suburb
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About King Scrub

King Scrub is a small rural locality in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, situated on the northern outskirts of the township of Dayboro approximately 50 km north of Brisbane CBD. With a population of around 363 residents, the area is characterised by rich farmland, rolling green hills, and patches of bush adjoining the D'Aguilar Range. The locality has a long pastoral history and retains much of its original rural character.

King Scrub offers an increasingly popular semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Brisbane, attracting acreage buyers seeking space, tranquillity, and a strong rural community feel. Dayboro township, just minutes away, provides a charming main street with cafes, a pub, and essential services, while Caboolture and Petrie offer larger shopping centres. Some areas of the locality are seeing new rural residential estate development as buyers seek alternatives to suburban Brisbane. It is well regarded by equestrian enthusiasts and hobby farmers.

King Scrub falls under postcode 4521 and is governed by the Moreton Bay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Pine Rivers electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4521
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moreton Bay
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Pine Rivers
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.17°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.31 km²
Population Density
25 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4521

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4521, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$51,568
Median 2023–24
$62,379
▲ 21.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$80,946

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4521; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Petrie Station
22 km
Drive only

Bus Services

  • 694 — Dayboro to Petrie Station 45 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
50 km
By Train
Drive to Petrie Station (~22 km), then ~45 min train to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
60–80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45–55 min

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent; Bruce Highway accessible via Caboolture

Walkability Car-Dependent

Fully rural locality; car required for all amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
363
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
402.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.9% 10yr Down 44.2%
Motor vehicle theft
187.2 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
687.9 / 100k
2yr Down 19.0% 10yr Up 104.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.3 / 100k
2yr Down 27.3% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Down 13.9% 10yr Down 18.0%
View all offence categories for Moreton Bay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is King Scrub QLD? +

King Scrub is a rural locality in the City of Moreton Bay, on the northern outskirts of Dayboro, approximately 50 km north of Brisbane CBD.

What is King Scrub like? +

King Scrub is a peaceful rural area with rich farmland, rolling hills, and views toward the D'Aguilar Range. It's popular with acreage buyers, hobby farmers, and equestrian enthusiasts seeking space near Brisbane.

How do I get from King Scrub to Brisbane? +

Most residents drive to Petrie Station (about 22 km) and catch a train to Brisbane CBD, or drive the full distance via the Bruce Highway. The peak-hour commute is roughly 60–80 minutes.

Is King Scrub growing? +

Yes – parts of King Scrub are being developed as rural residential estates, driven by demand from Brisbane buyers seeking acreage properties north of the city.

Is King Scrub a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. King Scrub is part of the Moreton Bay 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.

What is the population of King Scrub? +

King Scrub had a population of 363 at the 2021 Census.