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Mena Creek

QLD 4871 • Queensland

210
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalRainforestQuiet
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About Mena Creek

Mena Creek is a rural locality in Far North Queensland, situated within the Cassowary Coast Regional Council area approximately 30 kilometres south of the town of Innisfail. Covering around 25 square kilometres of lush tropical lowland terrain, the locality recorded a population of 210 residents at the 2021 Census. With a median household income of approximately $38,070, Mena Creek has deep roots in the region's sugar cane farming industry, which has shaped its landscape and community since the early 1900s.

Mena Creek is perhaps best known for the scenic Mena Creek Falls, a picturesque waterfall surrounded by lush tropical rainforest, and for the locality's historic role in establishing the Innisfail district's sugar cane industry. The World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforest begins at the foot of the nearby ranges, offering extraordinary biodiversity and bushwalking opportunities. Innisfail, the nearest town, provides shops, schools, medical services, and the town's celebrated Art Deco architecture, while the Atherton Tablelands are accessible via a scenic drive inland.

Mena Creek falls under postcode 4871 and is governed by the Cassowary Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4871
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.93°, 145.99°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.53 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4871

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4871, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,070
Median 2023–24
$46,529
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,771

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4871; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Sunbus / TransLink regional services (limited) — Innisfail ~35 min to Innisfail

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct service; limited Queensland Rail services from Innisfail to Cairns take approx. 1 hr 45 min.
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 15 min to Cairns (via Bruce Highway)
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 5 min to Cairns

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides the main route north to Cairns. Innisfail is the nearest town at ~30km. Car is essential for daily life.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural tropical locality with no local services — all errands require driving to Innisfail township approximately 30km to the north

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
210
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
714 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
201.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 11.2%
Non-FV assault
1,528.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 160.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
22.7 / 100k
2yr Up 240.4% 10yr Up 33.1%
Steal from vehicle
214.2 / 100k
2yr Down 16.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Cassowary Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mena Creek known for? +

Mena Creek is known for its long history of sugar cane farming, the picturesque Mena Creek Falls waterfall, and its setting on the edge of the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforest. The area was settled in the early 1900s and played a key role in establishing the Innisfail district's sugar industry.

How far is Mena Creek from Cairns? +

Mena Creek is approximately 100 kilometres south of Cairns, making it around a 1-hour-and-15-minute drive via the Bruce Highway. Innisfail, the nearest town, is about 30 kilometres north of the locality.

Does Mena Creek have public transport? +

Public transport in Mena Creek is very limited. Some regional bus services connect the area to Innisfail, and limited Queensland Rail services operate from Innisfail to Cairns. A private vehicle is essential for daily life in the locality.

What is the population of Mena Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mena Creek has a population of 210 residents across approximately 69 dwellings, with a slight majority of female residents. It is a small, close-knit rural community.

Is Mena Creek a good place to live? +

Mena Creek suits those who love tropical living, rainforest surroundings, and a quiet rural lifestyle. The locality is ideal for people drawn to Far North Queensland's natural beauty, with Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef coast within easy driving distance.

What is the postcode for Mena Creek? +

The postcode for Mena Creek is 4871, which covers a large area of the Cassowary Coast and Tablelands regions in Far North Queensland.

Is Mena Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mena Creek is part of the Cassowary Coast 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.