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Marys Creek

QLD 4570 • Queensland

86
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietSemi-Rural
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About Marys Creek

Marys Creek is a small rural locality in Queensland's Gympie Region, situated approximately 14 kilometres south-west of Gympie township and 174 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality is compact at just over 9 square kilometres and had a population of 86 residents at the 2021 Census. It falls under the Gympie Regional Council and is predominantly a grazing and horticultural area, with rural properties lining the creek flats and surrounding hills. The locality shares the 4570 postcode with Gympie and several nearby localities.

Named after Marys Creek — a watercourse that appears on a survey plan dating to 1918 — the locality has a quiet pastoral character with land use focused on cattle grazing and small-scale horticulture. There are no commercial services in Marys Creek itself; residents rely on nearby Gympie for schools, shopping, healthcare, and other needs, with Gympie South State School and James Nash State High School being the closest educational facilities. The broader Gympie hinterland is scenic, with a mix of cleared farming land and bushland typical of south-east Queensland's inland ranges. It is a peaceful rural retreat within practical reach of Gympie's full suite of services.

Marys Creek 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
9.24 km²
Population Density
9 /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

Nearest Train Stations

Gympie North Station
16 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to Marys Creek — Gympie township Car required; ~15–20 min drive

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
174 km
By Train
No direct service; Gympie North station ~16 km away with limited long-distance services
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.75–2 hr

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway; Gympie is the main service centre for the locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs in this small rural locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
86
▲ 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 Marys Creek. 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 Marys Creek known for? +

Marys Creek is a peaceful rural locality in the Gympie hinterland known for cattle grazing and small-scale horticulture. It takes its name from the creek running through the area, which was first recorded on a survey plan in 1918, though the origin of the name is not firmly established.

How far is Marys Creek from Brisbane? +

Marys Creek is approximately 174 kilometres north of Brisbane, roughly a 2 hour drive via the Bruce Highway. The nearby town of Gympie is about 14 kilometres to the north-east and provides all essential services.

Does Marys Creek have public transport? +

There is no regular public bus service to Marys Creek. The nearest train station is Gympie North, approximately 16 kilometres away, which has limited long-distance rail services. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Marys Creek? +

At the 2021 Census, Marys Creek had a population of 86 residents across its 9.2 square kilometre area within the Gympie Regional Council.

Is Marys Creek a good place to live? +

Marys Creek suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Gympie hinterland, with easy access to Gympie's schools, hospital, and shops just 15 to 20 minutes away. It appeals to farming families, hobby farmers, and those who enjoy a relaxed semi-rural existence close to nature.

What is the postcode for Marys Creek? +

The postcode for Marys Creek, Queensland is 4570, which is shared with Gympie and a number of surrounding localities in the region.

Is Marys Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Marys Creek 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.