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Miva

QLD 4570 • Queensland

55
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
68.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Miva

Miva is a small rural locality in the Gympie area of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 180 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 68 square kilometres of farming and timber country in the Mary Valley near Gympie.

The nearest town of Gympie, approximately 25 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. Gympie is the northern gateway to the Sunshine Coast hinterland and is known for its gold rush history and the Mary Valley Rattler heritage railway. There is no public transport serving Miva; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Miva falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the Gympie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
68.33 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4570

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4570, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,494
Median 2023–24
$48,143
▲ 25.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,221

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4570; 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
180 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 3 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Gympie 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 Gympie Local Government Area, which contains Miva. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
565 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.2%
Motor vehicle theft
340.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 116.8%
Non-FV assault
646.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 47.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.5 / 100k
2yr Down 56.6% 10yr Up 328.2%
Steal from vehicle
406.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 74.9%
View all offence categories for Gympie →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Miva known for? +

Miva is a quiet rural locality in the Gympie area of south-east Queensland. The locality covers approximately 68 square kilometres of farming and timber country in the Mary Valley near Gympie.

How far is Miva from Brisbane CBD? +

Miva is approximately 180 kilometres from Brisbane CBD, roughly a 3 to 3 hour drive.

Does Miva have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Miva. A private vehicle is essential, with Gympie approximately 25 kilometres away.

What is the population of Miva? +

According to the 2021 Census, Miva has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Gympie area of south-east Queensland.

Is Miva a good place to live? +

Miva suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Gympie area of south-east Queensland, with Gympie providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Miva? +

The postcode for Miva is 4570, covering this rural locality in the Gympie area of south-east Queensland.

Is Miva a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Miva is part of the Gympie 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.