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Mirriwinni

QLD 4871 • Queensland

492
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
46.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Mirriwinni

Mirriwinni is a rural town and locality in the Cairns Region of far north Queensland, located approximately 65 kilometres south of Cairns CBD and 7 kilometres south of Babinda. With a population of 492 spread across nearly 47 square kilometres, the locality sits in the lush coastal lowlands between the Wet Tropics rainforest and the Queensland coast. It falls under the Cairns Regional Council and is characterised by tropical agriculture, particularly sugarcane farming.

Mirriwinni lies within one of Australia's wettest regions, receiving exceptionally high annual rainfall due to its proximity to the Bellenden Ker Range — which includes Mount Bartle Frere, Queensland's highest peak. The surrounding landscape is dominated by sugarcane fields, tropical vegetation, and the fringe of Wooroonooran National Park. The locality is a quiet, predominantly agricultural community; day-to-day services and shopping are available in nearby Babinda and Innisfail, while Cairns offers full urban amenities approximately an hour's drive to the north.

Mirriwinni falls under postcode 4871 and is governed by the Cairns 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
Cairns
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.39°, 145.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
46.78 km²
Population Density
11 /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

  • TransLink regional coach — Cairns CBD / Innisfail Approx. 60–75 min to Cairns; 30 min to Innisfail

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
65 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
55–70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50–60 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway (A1) provides main access north to Cairns; Babinda is the closest township at 7 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mirriwinni is a small rural locality with no walkable commercial centre; all daily errands require a car or regional bus

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
492
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
2,489.3 / 100k
2yr Down 18.8% 10yr Up 19.6%
Motor vehicle theft
602.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.9%
Non-FV assault
2,214 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 207.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
53.6 / 100k
2yr Down 36.0% 10yr Up 49.4%
Steal from vehicle
529.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 39.5%
View all offence categories for Cairns →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mirriwinni known for? +

Mirriwinni is known for its tropical agricultural character, particularly sugarcane farming, and its setting amid the lush Wet Tropics landscape near the base of the Bellenden Ker Range — home to Mount Bartle Frere, Queensland's highest mountain.

How far is Mirriwinni from Cairns? +

Mirriwinni is approximately 65 kilometres south of Cairns CBD, making it roughly a 50 to 70 minute drive north via the Bruce Highway.

Does Mirriwinni have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Mirriwinni. Limited TransLink regional coach services run along the Bruce Highway connecting to Cairns and Innisfail, but a private vehicle is the most practical option for daily travel.

What is the population of Mirriwinni? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mirriwinni has a population of approximately 492 residents across a locality of nearly 47 square kilometres in the Cairns Region.

Is Mirriwinni a good place to live? +

Mirriwinni suits those who value a quiet, rural lifestyle in one of Australia's most lush tropical environments. Nearby Babinda and Innisfail provide basic services, while Cairns is within an hour's drive for more comprehensive amenities, healthcare, and employment.

What is the postcode for Mirriwinni? +

The postcode for Mirriwinni in Queensland is 4871.

Is Mirriwinni a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mirriwinni is part of the Cairns 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.