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Lower Wonga

QLD 4570 • Queensland

310
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
99.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable
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About Lower Wonga

Lower Wonga is a quiet rural locality in the Gympie Region of Queensland, situated approximately 31 kilometres west-north-west of Gympie and around 200 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality covers nearly 98 square kilometres and recorded a population of 310 in the 2021 Census, reflecting a very low settlement density typical of this part of south-east Queensland. Administered by Gympie Regional Council, the area is predominantly flat cleared freehold land ranging from 80 to 100 metres above sea level, used primarily for grazing.

The landscape is defined by open pastures and farmland, with Widgee Creek — a tributary of the Mary River — flowing through the locality. Lower Wonga has a strong agricultural character, with residents connected to the broader Gympie Region farming community. The Lower Wonga Hall serves as a local meeting point for the tight-knit community, and the nearest schools and services are found in Gympie. A private vehicle is essential for daily life in this rural locality.

Lower Wonga falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the Gympie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
99.94 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4570

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4570, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,494
Median 2023–24
$48,143
▲ 25.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,221

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4570; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular services — No scheduled bus routes N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 30 min–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs–2 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Access via Gympie Valley Way; nearest town is Gympie (~31 km east)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this sparsely populated rural locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
310
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
565 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.2%
Motor vehicle theft
340.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 116.8%
Non-FV assault
646.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 47.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.5 / 100k
2yr Down 56.6% 10yr Up 328.2%
Steal from vehicle
406.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 74.9%
View all offence categories for Gympie →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lower Wonga known for? +

Lower Wonga is known for its open grazing land and rural character within the Gympie Region. Widgee Creek, a tributary of the Mary River, flows through the locality, and the area is predominantly used for cattle and livestock farming.

How far is Lower Wonga from Brisbane? +

Lower Wonga is approximately 200 kilometres north of Brisbane, making it roughly a 2.5 to 3-hour drive via the Bruce Highway and local roads through Gympie.

Does Lower Wonga have public transport? +

There are no regular public bus or train services serving Lower Wonga. A private vehicle is essential for accessing services, schools, and shopping in nearby Gympie.

What is the population of Lower Wonga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lower Wonga has a population of 310 residents, spread across nearly 98 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Lower Wonga a good place to live? +

Lower Wonga suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with space, open land, and a genuine agricultural community. It is best suited to farming families or those happy to commute to Gympie for services and amenities.

What is the postcode for Lower Wonga? +

The postcode for Lower Wonga is 4570, which it shares with Gympie and other localities in the Gympie Region of Queensland.

Is Lower Wonga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lower Wonga is part of the Gympie 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.