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Lowesby

QLD 4702 • Queensland

21
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
379.39 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Lowesby

Lowesby is a small rural locality in Queensland's Central Highlands Region, situated near the town of Emerald in the heart of central Queensland. It is an agricultural area covering semi-arid grassland and cropping land typical of the Capricorn hinterland. With a population of around 20 residents, Lowesby is one of the more remote and lightly settled localities in the region. It falls under the Central Highlands Regional Council and is part of the broader Emerald postcode area.

The lifestyle in Lowesby revolves around farming, cattle grazing, and the rhythms of rural central Queensland. The nearby town of Emerald — the regional centre of the Central Highlands — provides all essential services including schools, hospitals, supermarkets, and a small airport with flights to Brisbane. The surrounding landscape is classic Queensland outback, with wide open skies, red soil, and occasional flooding during the wet season. Lowesby suits those who value space, solitude, and a strong connection to agricultural life.

Lowesby falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the Central Highlands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Highlands
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.34°, 148.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
379.39 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4702

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4702, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,286
Median 2023–24
$61,737
▲ 25.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,932

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4702; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
870 km
By Train
Spirit of Queensland service from Emerald to Brisbane (~13 hours)
By Car (Peak)
approx. 9 hours from Emerald
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 9 hours from Emerald

🛣️ Nearest town is Emerald (~25 km), which has regional flights to Brisbane.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no walkable amenities; vehicle essential.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
21
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
841.5 / 100k
2yr Up 79.3% 10yr Up 85.7%
Motor vehicle theft
309.7 / 100k
2yr Up 12.1% 10yr Up 169.2%
Non-FV assault
1,373.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 210.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.7 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr Up 93.1%
Steal from vehicle
356.8 / 100k
2yr Up 43.6% 10yr Down 39.1%
View all offence categories for Central Highlands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lowesby QLD? +

Lowesby is a rural locality in the Central Highlands Region of Queensland, close to the regional town of Emerald.

What is the nearest major town to Lowesby? +

Emerald is the nearest major town, approximately 25 km away, and serves as the regional centre providing shops, schools, a hospital, and an airport.

What is Lowesby used for? +

Lowesby is primarily an agricultural locality used for cattle grazing and dryland cropping, typical of the Central Highlands region.

Is Lowesby a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lowesby is part of the Central Highlands 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 Lowesby? +

Lowesby had a population of 21 at the 2021 Census.