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Marlborough

QLD 4705 • Queensland

154
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1390.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Marlborough

Marlborough is a small rural town and locality in the Livingstone Shire of Central Queensland, situated on the Bruce Highway approximately 106 kilometres north-east of Rockhampton and about 720 kilometres north-north-west of Brisbane. The locality covers a vast area of approximately 1,389 square kilometres, reflecting its expansive pastoral landscape. With a population of 154 as recorded in the 2021 census, Marlborough serves as a quiet rural service centre for surrounding cattle-raising properties.

Marlborough is notably home to one of the world's largest chrysoprase mines, adding a distinctive industrial character to what is otherwise an agricultural locality. The town has a historical museum — the Marlborough Historical Museum — that preserves the region's pioneering past. Travellers passing through on the Bruce Highway are the main visitors, and the town offers basic amenities including motel and caravan park accommodation. Rockhampton is the nearest major regional centre for comprehensive shopping, health, and education services.

Marlborough falls under postcode 4705 and is governed by the Livingstone Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Capricornia, while state elections fall under the Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4705
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Livingstone
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Mirani
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-22.77°, 149.72°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1390.84 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4705

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4705 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,001
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,908

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4705; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / Queensland Rail Coach — Rockhampton / Mackay Rockhampton approx. 1 hr 15 min by coach

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
106 km
By Train
No direct train service to Marlborough; nearest station is Rockhampton
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Located on the Bruce Highway (Highway 1); long-distance coaches stop in town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Marlborough is a remote rural highway town; a car is essential for almost all errands, with major services available in Rockhampton

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
154
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.3 / 100k
2yr Down 48.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
152.9 / 100k
2yr Down 53.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Non-FV assault
942.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.4% 10yr Up 197.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.2% 10yr Up 406.0%
Steal from vehicle
241.9 / 100k
2yr Down 20.2% 10yr Down 32.8%
View all offence categories for Livingstone →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marlborough known for? +

Marlborough is known for being the site of one of the world's largest chrysoprase mines and as a small rural service town on the Bruce Highway in Central Queensland. The Marlborough Historical Museum preserves the district's pastoral and pioneering heritage.

How far is Marlborough from Rockhampton? +

Marlborough is approximately 106 kilometres north-east of Rockhampton, a drive of around 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes via the Bruce Highway.

Does Marlborough have public transport? +

Marlborough has no local rail service. Long-distance coaches on the Brisbane–Cairns route stop in town, and Rockhampton is the nearest major city with rail connections. A private vehicle is essential for day-to-day transport.

What is the population of Marlborough? +

Marlborough had a population of 154 people according to the 2021 Australian census, spread across an area of approximately 1,389 square kilometres in the Livingstone Shire.

Is Marlborough a good place to live? +

Marlborough suits those who prefer a remote, quiet rural lifestyle on Queensland's pastoral lands. It is best suited to people employed in agriculture, mining, or road transport, with Rockhampton providing access to comprehensive services around an hour's drive away.

What is the postcode for Marlborough? +

The postcode for Marlborough is 4705.

Is Marlborough a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Marlborough is part of the Livingstone 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.