Lockhart River
QLD 4892 • Queensland
About Lockhart River
Lockhart River is a remote Aboriginal community on the eastern coastline of Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland, situated approximately 800 kilometres north of Cairns. Covering a vast area of over 3,500 square kilometres, it lies within the Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council and is one of the most geographically isolated communities in Australia. With a population of around 640 residents, the community is predominantly Aboriginal — the home of the Kuuku I'yu (Northern Kaanju) and Umpila peoples.
Lockhart River is internationally recognised for its vibrant art scene, particularly the celebrated Lockhart River Art Centre and the Lockhart River Art Gang, whose distinctive works draw collectors and gallery visitors from around the world. The community is surrounded by the pristine rainforests, rivers, and coastline of Iron Range National Park — a globally significant biodiversity hotspot. Access is by light aircraft from Cairns or via a long dirt road during the dry season, making Lockhart River one of Australia's most remote yet culturally rich communities.
Lockhart River falls under postcode 4892 and is governed by the Lockhart River Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 4892
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4892, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4892; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus service — N/A N/A
Commute to Cairns CBD
🛣️ Primary access is by light aircraft from Cairns Airport (approx. 1.5 hours); road access is via unsealed Peninsula Developmental Road, passable in dry season only
Within the community, basic amenities are within walking distance, but the area's remoteness means a car or aircraft is required to access major services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Wuungkam Street
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Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Lockhart River Local Government Area, which contains Lockhart River. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.