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Kooroomool

QLD 4854 • Queensland

0
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
253.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Rural
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About Kooroomool

Kooroomool is a remote rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Far North Queensland, situated approximately 182 kilometres south of Cairns and 44 kilometres west of Tully. Spanning a vast 253 square kilometres of tropical hinterland, the area recorded a population of zero in the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as an uninhabited or near-uninhabited bushland and agricultural locality. The surrounding Cassowary Coast hinterland is dominated by dense tropical rainforest, cattle grazing land, and rugged mountain terrain.

Kooroomool lies within one of Australia's most ecologically diverse regions, bordering areas adjacent to World Heritage-listed wet tropics rainforest. The locality is accessed via rural roads and is not served by public transport, making it a truly off-grid area. Those who venture into this part of the Cassowary Coast hinterland do so for farming, grazing, or to experience the extraordinary natural environment. The nearest substantial township is Tully, known as one of Australia's wettest towns, offering basic services and amenities.

Kooroomool falls under postcode 4854 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 Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4854
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hinchinbrook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.02°, 145.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
253.00 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4854

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4854, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,100
Median 2023–24
$48,918
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,266

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4854; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
182 km
By Train
N/A – no train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Accessed via rural roads. Nearest town is Tully (~44 km). Bruce Highway connects to Cairns.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural locality with no urban infrastructure or public transport. A 4WD vehicle is recommended.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
0
▲ 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 Kooroomool. 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

Where is Kooroomool located? +

Kooroomool is a remote rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Far North Queensland, about 44 km west of Tully and 182 km south of Cairns.

Is Kooroomool populated? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kooroomool has a recorded population of zero, making it an uninhabited or effectively unpopulated locality used primarily for agriculture and grazing.

What is the closest town to Kooroomool? +

The nearest town is Tully, approximately 44 km to the east, which provides essential services including shops, medical facilities, and schools.

Is Kooroomool a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kooroomool 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.