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Maryborough West

QLD 4650 • Queensland

568
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.73 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableHistoricFamily-Friendly
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About Maryborough West

Maryborough West is a mixed-use locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, situated on the western fringe of the historic city of Maryborough, with the Mary River forming its south-western boundary. The suburb had a population of approximately 568 people at the 2021 Census and covers around 8 square kilometres of light industrial, residential, and semi-rural land. It falls under the administration of Fraser Coast Regional Council and shares the 4650 postcode with Maryborough and several surrounding localities. Maryborough itself is one of Queensland's oldest cities, celebrated for its well-preserved Victorian-era streetscapes and as the birthplace of P.L. Travers, creator of Mary Poppins.

Maryborough West offers an affordable entry point into the Maryborough area, with easy access to the main city's services, schools, parks, and heritage attractions just minutes away. The locality's position alongside the Mary River provides scenic surroundings, and the broader Fraser Coast region — including Hervey Bay and world-famous Fraser Island (K'gari) — is within comfortable reach. Residents enjoy a relaxed lifestyle typical of regional Queensland, with a lower cost of living compared to the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. The area suits families and working households seeking space and affordability within a heritage-rich regional city.

Maryborough West falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by the Fraser Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Fraser Coast
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.64°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.73 km²
Population Density
73 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4650

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4650, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,237
Median 2023–24
$49,084
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,569

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4650; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough West Station
1.5 km
20 min

Bus Services

  • TransLink regional services — Maryborough CBD 10 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
255 km
By Train
Train from Maryborough West Station to Brisbane Roma Street ~3.5 hrs (Spirit of Queensland)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3 hrs via Bruce Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 3 hrs

🛣️ Maryborough West railway station serves the North Coast line; Hervey Bay is 35 min by car

Walkability Car-Dependent

Mostly car-dependent; some footpaths near the station and main roads; Maryborough CBD is a short drive

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
568
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
481 / 100k
2yr Down 53.5% 10yr Down 34.0%
Motor vehicle theft
244.5 / 100k
2yr Down 26.2% 10yr Up 144.4%
Non-FV assault
932 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 100.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
15.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 58.4%
Steal from vehicle
432.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.4% 10yr Up 20.3%
View all offence categories for Fraser Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Maryborough West QLD? +

Maryborough West is a locality on the western edge of Maryborough in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, with the Mary River forming its south-western boundary.

Does Maryborough West have a train station? +

Yes, Maryborough West has its own railway station on the North Coast Line, served by Queensland Rail's Spirit of Queensland service running between Brisbane and Cairns.

What is the population of Maryborough West? +

Maryborough West had a population of approximately 568 people at the 2021 Census, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

How far is Maryborough West from Hervey Bay? +

Maryborough West is approximately 35 kilometres from Hervey Bay, making it a convenient base for accessing the Fraser Coast's coastal attractions including ferry services to K'gari (Fraser Island).

Is Maryborough West a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Maryborough West is part of the Fraser 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.