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McIlwraith

QLD 4671 • Queensland

202
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.02 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableSemi-Rural
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About McIlwraith

McIlwraith is a small rural locality in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, situated approximately 6.5 kilometres east of Gin Gin and 46 kilometres west-south-west of Bundaberg. The locality covers around 23 square kilometres and had a population of 202 at the 2021 Census, primarily spread across rural residential and farming properties. The area is part of Queensland's Wide Bay–Burnett agricultural belt, where sugarcane, cattle grazing, and mixed farming are the dominant land uses. McIlwraith is named in honour of Sir Thomas McIlwraith, a prominent Queensland premier of the colonial era.

McIlwraith is closely associated with the nearby township of Gin Gin, which serves as the local service centre with a general store, school, and community facilities just minutes away by car. The surrounding landscape is typical of inland Wide Bay — low hills, open grazing country, and tropical dry-season skies. The locality is conveniently positioned along the Bruce Highway corridor, offering reasonable access to Bundaberg's full range of services, schools, and healthcare approximately 46 kilometres to the east. It appeals to those seeking affordable acreage living within easy reach of a regional centre.

McIlwraith falls under postcode 4671 and is governed by the Bundaberg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bundaberg
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.08°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.02 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4671

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4671, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$31,294
Median 2023–24
$38,251
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,509

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4671; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Bundaberg via Gin Gin Approx. 50–60 min to Bundaberg

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
372 km
By Train
No direct service; Queensland Rail services available from Bundaberg (46 km east)
By Car (Peak)
4–4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4–4.5 hours

🛣️ Bruce Highway access via Gin Gin; Bundaberg 46 km east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

McIlwraith is a rural locality where a car is essential; Gin Gin town centre is 6.5 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
202
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
490 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
238.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 120.4%
Non-FV assault
670.3 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Up 64.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.2% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
364.3 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Up 14.8%
View all offence categories for Bundaberg →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is McIlwraith known for? +

McIlwraith is a small rural locality near Gin Gin in Queensland's Bundaberg Region, known for its farming and grazing properties in the Wide Bay–Burnett agricultural belt. It is named after Sir Thomas McIlwraith, a premier of colonial Queensland.

How far is McIlwraith from Bundaberg? +

McIlwraith is approximately 46 kilometres west-south-west of Bundaberg, a drive of around 40 to 50 minutes via the Bruce Highway through Gin Gin.

Does McIlwraith have public transport? +

McIlwraith has no direct rail service. Limited regional bus connections are available via nearby Gin Gin (6.5 km west). Queensland Rail passenger services operate from Bundaberg, approximately 46 kilometres to the east. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of McIlwraith? +

According to the 2021 Census, McIlwraith had a population of 202 residents, spread across rural residential and farming properties in the Bundaberg Region.

Is McIlwraith a good place to live? +

McIlwraith suits those looking for affordable acreage living in a rural setting, with the convenience of Gin Gin town services nearby and Bundaberg's full range of amenities within a reasonable drive. It offers a quiet lifestyle with a strong agricultural community character.

What is the postcode for McIlwraith? +

The postcode for McIlwraith, QLD is 4671.

Is McIlwraith a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. McIlwraith is part of the Bundaberg 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.