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Memerambi

QLD 4610 • Queensland

338
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
31.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable
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About Memerambi

Memerambi is a small rural town and locality in the South Burnett Region of Queensland, situated approximately 12 kilometres north of Kingaroy and 224 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. With a population of 338 residents at the 2021 Census, it is a tight-knit farming community set across 31 square kilometres of agricultural land in the Bunya Mountains foothills. The locality falls under the South Burnett Regional Council and is positioned along the Bunya Highway.

The area is characteristic of the South Burnett region, with peanut farming, timber, and broad-acre cropping forming the backbone of the local economy. Residents rely on nearby Kingaroy for most shopping, medical, and educational services, with Kingaroy offering a full range of regional town amenities. Memerambi suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with affordable land, a strong agricultural community, and easy access to the natural beauty of the Bunya Mountains National Park.

Memerambi falls under postcode 4610 and is governed by the South Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4610
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Burnett
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.58°, 151.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
31.23 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4610

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4610, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,179
Median 2023–24
$48,269
▲ 17.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,623

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4610; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • South Burnett Regional Council services — Kingaroy ~20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
224 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Bunya Highway connects Memerambi to Kingaroy; Brisbane accessible via D'Aguilar Highway or Warrego Highway.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; the nearest town services are in Kingaroy, 12km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
338
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,039.6 / 100k
2yr Down 10.4% 10yr Up 78.5%
Motor vehicle theft
477.2 / 100k
2yr Up 12.8% 10yr Up 320.8%
Non-FV assault
985.6 / 100k
2yr Down 13.8% 10yr Up 133.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
17 / 100k
2yr Down 46.9% 10yr Up 456.0%
Steal from vehicle
383.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 86.7%
View all offence categories for South Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Memerambi known for? +

Memerambi is a small South Burnett farming community known for its peanut and broad-acre cropping heritage, rural character, and proximity to the Bunya Mountains region of south-east Queensland.

How far is Memerambi from Brisbane? +

Memerambi is approximately 224 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the D'Aguilar or Warrego highways.

Does Memerambi have public transport? +

Public transport options in Memerambi are very limited. A private vehicle is the primary means of transport; the nearest regional services are in Kingaroy, about 12 kilometres to the south.

What is the population of Memerambi? +

According to the 2021 Census, Memerambi has a population of 338 people, reflecting its character as a small agricultural locality in the South Burnett Region.

Is Memerambi a good place to live? +

Memerambi suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle, affordable land, and a close-knit farming community, with regional town services available in nearby Kingaroy and the beauty of the Bunya Mountains within reach.

What is the postcode for Memerambi? +

The postcode for Memerambi, Queensland is 4610.

Is Memerambi a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Memerambi is part of the South Burnett 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.