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Millchester

QLD 4820 • Queensland

543
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
4.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietCommuter Belt
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About Millchester

Millchester is a rural residential locality situated within the Charters Towers Region of Queensland, approximately 3.8 kilometres south-east of Charters Towers CBD and 138 kilometres south-west of Townsville. With a 2021 Census population of 543 residents, the suburb is characterised by low-density housing and rural residential blocks spread across around 5 square kilometres. The median household income reflects the broader North Queensland agricultural and mining economy. Millchester falls under the Charters Towers Regional Council and lies within the federal electorate of Kennedy.

Residents benefit from proximity to Charters Towers, a historically significant gold rush town offering schools, supermarkets, medical services, and community facilities. The area suits those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to town amenities, and the surrounding landscape is typical of north Queensland's dry tropical savanna — open eucalypt woodland and red-soil farming land. The community is small and tight-knit, with a lifestyle that reflects the self-sufficient character common to regional outback Queensland.

Millchester falls under postcode 4820 and is governed by the Charters Towers Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4820
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Charters Towers
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.09°, 146.28°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.92 km²
Population Density
110 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4820

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4820, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,656
Median 2023–24
$56,547
▲ 16.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,894

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4820; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Charters Towers CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Charters Towers CBD

Distance
4 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
8-12 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6-10 min

🛣️ Car is essential. Townsville is the nearest large city, approx. 138 km via Gregory Developmental Road (Hwy 78).

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable amenities nearby; car essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
543
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
712.6 / 100k
2yr Down 38.9% 10yr Down 37.6%
Motor vehicle theft
265.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 14.5%
Non-FV assault
2,112.8 / 100k
2yr Down 13.4% 10yr Up 180.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
33.1 / 100k
2yr Up 298.1% 10yr Up 300.6%
Steal from vehicle
314.9 / 100k
2yr Up 22.0% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Charters Towers →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Millchester known for? +

Millchester is a quiet rural residential suburb on the outskirts of Charters Towers, a town historically famous for its gold rush heritage. The area is known for its low-density lifestyle and proximity to North Queensland's open savanna landscape.

How far is Millchester from Townsville? +

Millchester is approximately 138 kilometres south-west of Townsville, typically around a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Gregory Developmental Road.

Does Millchester have public transport? +

Millchester has limited public transport options. There is no rail service; the nearest train connection is in Townsville. A car is the most practical way to get around for daily needs.

What is the population of Millchester? +

According to the 2021 Census, Millchester has a population of 543 residents, making it a small rural community within the Charters Towers Region of Queensland.

Is Millchester a good place to live? +

Millchester suits those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle close to the services and community of Charters Towers. It offers a quieter pace of life in tropical North Queensland, though a car is essential for daily errands.

What is the postcode for Millchester? +

The postcode for Millchester, Queensland is 4820.

Is Millchester a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Millchester is part of the Charters Towers 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.