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Minerva

QLD 4722 • Queensland

55
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
935.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Minerva

Minerva is a small rural locality in the Emerald area of central Queensland, situated approximately 810 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 935 square kilometres of remote outback pastoral country in the central Queensland Highlands.

The nearest town of Emerald, approximately 110 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Central Highlands are one of Australia's most productive cattle regions, with coal mining also a major industry in the area. There is no public transport serving Minerva; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Minerva falls under postcode 4722 and is governed by the Central Highlands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Gregory electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4722
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Highlands
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Gregory
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.97°, 147.93°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
935.44 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4722

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4722 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$60,866
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$74,408

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4722; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
810 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
10 hr - 11 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
9 hr - 10 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Emerald is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
55
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
841.5 / 100k
2yr Up 79.3% 10yr Up 85.7%
Motor vehicle theft
309.7 / 100k
2yr Up 12.1% 10yr Up 169.2%
Non-FV assault
1,373.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 210.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.7 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr Up 93.1%
Steal from vehicle
356.8 / 100k
2yr Up 43.6% 10yr Down 39.1%
View all offence categories for Central Highlands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Minerva known for? +

Minerva is a quiet rural locality in the Emerald area of central Queensland. The locality covers approximately 935 square kilometres of remote outback pastoral country in the central Queensland Highlands.

How far is Minerva from Brisbane CBD? +

Minerva is approximately 810 kilometres from Brisbane CBD, roughly a 10 to 11 hour drive.

Does Minerva have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Minerva. A private vehicle is essential, with Emerald approximately 110 kilometres away.

What is the population of Minerva? +

According to the 2021 Census, Minerva has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Emerald area of central Queensland.

Is Minerva a good place to live? +

Minerva suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Emerald area of central Queensland, with Emerald providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Minerva? +

The postcode for Minerva is 4722, covering this rural locality in the Emerald area of central Queensland.

Is Minerva a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Minerva is part of the Central Highlands 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.