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Meldale

QLD 4510 • Queensland

230
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
5.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableGrowth Suburb
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About Meldale

Meldale is a small rural locality in the Moreton Bay Regional Council area of South East Queensland, situated in the hinterland between Caboolture and the Sunshine Coast. Sharing postcode 4510 with Caboolture, the locality has a very small population of around 300 residents and is characterised by semi-rural residential lots, hobby farms, and open countryside. It lies approximately 50 kilometres north of Brisbane along the North Coast corridor.

Meldale offers a quiet rural lifestyle on the fringes of the rapidly growing Moreton Bay region, with residents benefiting from the larger services and retail hubs of nearby Caboolture. The locality appeals to those seeking larger blocks, rural views, and distance from the suburban sprawl, while still being within commuting range of Brisbane via the Bruce Highway and Caboolture rail corridor. The surrounding region is known for its rapid population growth, and Meldale represents an affordable entry point into the South East Queensland market.

Meldale falls under postcode 4510 and is governed by the Moreton Bay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Pumicestone electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4510
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moreton Bay
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Pumicestone
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.07°, 152.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.58 km²
Population Density
41 /km²
Elevation
20m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4510

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4510, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,925
Median 2023–24
$52,557
▲ 25.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,071

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4510; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Caboolture Station
8 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 647 — Caboolture Station 20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
50 km
By Train
Approx 65 min from Caboolture Station on Sunshine Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
60-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-60 min

🛣️ Car required to reach Caboolture station; Bruce Highway (M1) provides freeway access to Brisbane

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or local shops; all amenities require driving to Caboolture

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
230
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
402.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.9% 10yr Down 44.2%
Motor vehicle theft
187.2 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
687.9 / 100k
2yr Down 19.0% 10yr Up 104.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.3 / 100k
2yr Down 27.3% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Down 13.9% 10yr Down 18.0%
View all offence categories for Moreton Bay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Meldale QLD? +

Meldale is a rural locality in the Moreton Bay Regional Council area, situated approximately 50 kilometres north of Brisbane between Caboolture and the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

What LGA is Meldale in? +

Meldale is part of the Moreton Bay Regional Council local government area in South East Queensland.

How do I get from Meldale to Brisbane? +

The most practical route is by car to Caboolture Station, then catching the Sunshine Coast Line train to Brisbane Central, taking approximately 65 minutes by rail.

Is Meldale good for families? +

Meldale suits families seeking a rural lifestyle with larger block sizes. The nearest schools and major amenities are in Caboolture, about 8 kilometres away.

Is Meldale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Meldale is part of the Moreton Bay 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.

What is the population of Meldale? +

Meldale had a population of 230 at the 2021 Census.