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Meikleville Hill

QLD 4703 • Queensland

450
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalCapricorn CoastFamily-FriendlyAffordableSuburban
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About Meikleville Hill

Meikleville Hill is a small residential locality in Livingstone Shire, Queensland, situated approximately 4 kilometres north-north-east of Yeppoon and 45 kilometres north-east of Rockhampton on the Capricorn Coast. Covering just 0.5 square kilometres, it is a compact suburb with a population of 450 at the 2021 Census, resulting in a notably high residential density for the region. The locality takes its name from Alexander Meikle, a pastoral leaseholder who held land in the area during the 1880s and 1890s, and today forms part of the growing residential fringe of the popular Yeppoon coastal precinct.

Residents enjoy the relaxed Capricorn Coast lifestyle, with Yeppoon's beach, shops, cafés, and recreational facilities just a short drive away. The area offers affordable coastal living with easy access to the foreshore, local national parks, and departure points for the Keppel Bay islands including Great Keppel Island. Rockhampton, the nearest major city, is approximately 45 kilometres south-west and provides hospitals, major retail centres, and airport connections, making Meikleville Hill an appealing choice for families and retirees seeking a quiet Queensland coastal community.

Meikleville Hill falls under postcode 4703 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 Keppel electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4703
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Livingstone
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Keppel
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.07°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.50 km²
Population Density
904 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4703

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4703, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,828
Median 2023–24
$62,517
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,273

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4703; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Capricorn Coast bus services — Yeppoon / Rockhampton 5–10 min to Yeppoon; 45–60 min to Rockhampton

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
No direct train service; Rockhampton station is approx. 45km away
By Car (Peak)
40–55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35–45 min

🛣️ Yeppoon is the nearest service town (4km); accessible via Yeppoon Road / Rockhampton–Yeppoon Road

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though Yeppoon's shops and services are a short drive away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
450
▲ 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 Meikleville Hill. 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 Meikleville Hill known for? +

Meikleville Hill is a quiet residential locality on Queensland's Capricorn Coast, known for its proximity to Yeppoon's beach and the broader Capricorn Coast lifestyle. The suburb takes its name from Alexander Meikle, a 19th-century pastoral leaseholder in the region.

How far is Meikleville Hill from Rockhampton? +

Meikleville Hill is approximately 45 kilometres north-east of Rockhampton CBD, making it a 40 to 55 minute drive depending on traffic via the Rockhampton–Yeppoon Road.

Does Meikleville Hill have public transport? +

Meikleville Hill is served by bus routes connecting the area to Yeppoon and Rockhampton. There is no passenger rail service in the Yeppoon–Capricorn Coast area; the nearest train station is in Rockhampton, approximately 45 kilometres away.

What is the population of Meikleville Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Meikleville Hill has a population of 450 residents in a very compact area of just 0.5 square kilometres, giving it a relatively high residential density for a regional Queensland locality.

Is Meikleville Hill a good place to live? +

Meikleville Hill offers an affordable entry point into the Capricorn Coast lifestyle, with Yeppoon's beaches, shops, and amenities just a few kilometres away. It suits families and retirees seeking a quiet coastal community within reasonable reach of Rockhampton's services.

What is the postcode for Meikleville Hill? +

The postcode for Meikleville Hill, QLD is 4703.

Is Meikleville Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Meikleville Hill 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.