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Monkland

QLD 4570 • Rest of QLD

1,135
Population (2021)
$57,772
Median Household Income
4.70 km²
Area
$280/wk
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-FriendlyYoung Families

About Monkland

Monkland is a suburban locality on the north-east fringe of Gympie, situated approximately 4 kilometres south-east of the Gympie town centre on the north bank of the Mary River in Queensland's Wide Bay region. With a population of 1,135 at the 2021 Census, it is a quiet residential area that forms part of the greater Gympie urban area. The suburb is characterised by a mix of established homes and semi-rural blocks, with the Mary River providing a natural southern boundary.

Monkland has the character of an affordable outer suburb attached to a regional city, attracting families and working households who benefit from Gympie's services and employment base while enjoying a relaxed pace of life. Local amenities include Monkland State School and access to Gympie's retail strip and medical facilities a short drive away. The wider Gympie region is known for its timber and farming heritage, annual music festivals, and its position as a gateway to the Cooloola Coast and Fraser Island. Property prices are well below the national median, making it appealing to first-home buyers.

Monkland falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by Gympie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gympie electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
Gympie
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Wide Bay
State Electorate
Gympie
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.21°, 152.69°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
4.70 km²
Elevation
71m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$280
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,135
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.3%

10 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gympie North Station
5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 581, 582 — Gympie CBD / Southside 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
Approx 2.5 hrs from Gympie North Station on Queensland Rail Northcoast Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode for most residents; Gympie North station provides rail access to Brisbane and Cairns

Walkability Car-Dependent

Quiet residential streets; limited local amenities on foot; car needed for most errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Gympie Local Government Area, which contains Monkland. 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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,125
Census 2021
1,135
▲ 0.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,544
Personal Income 2021
$29,900
▲ 21.8% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$29,900 / yr
$575/wk
Household
$57,772 / yr
$1111/wk
Family
$68,744 / yr
$1322/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 946
Born Overseas 99

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 27
  • 2. England 20
  • 3. Philippines 14
  • 4. India 8
  • 5. France 6
  • 6. Netherlands 4
  • 7. Germany 3
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 3
  • 9. Vietnam 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 496
Australian 477
Scottish 134
Irish 116
German 78
Australian Aboriginal 75
Italian 27
Dutch 21
Filipino 20
New Zealander 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

797
Both parents born in Australia
126
Both parents born overseas
118
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.4%
Christianity
41.4%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
72 (6.3%)
5-14 years
150 (13.2%)
15-19 years
81 (7.1%)
20-24 years
70 (6.2%)
25-34 years
135 (11.9%)
35-44 years
133 (11.7%)
45-54 years
133 (11.7%)
55-64 years
144 (12.7%)
65-74 years
127 (11.2%)
75-84 years
72 (6.3%)
85+ years
14 (1.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Monkland QLD? +

Monkland is a suburb of Gympie in Queensland's Wide Bay region, located about 4 kilometres south-east of the Gympie town centre on the north bank of the Mary River.

What is the population of Monkland? +

Monkland had a population of 1,135 people according to the 2021 Census.

What school is in Monkland Gympie? +

Monkland State School is a government primary school located within the suburb, serving families in Monkland and surrounding Gympie suburbs.

How far is Monkland from Brisbane? +

Monkland is approximately 160 kilometres north of Brisbane, roughly 2 hours by car via the Bruce Highway.

What is the average income in Monkland? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Monkland is about $575 per week (around $29,900 per year). The median household income is $1,111 per week and the median family income is $1,322 per week.

What is the age profile of Monkland? +

The median age in Monkland is 39. The largest age group is 5–14 (150 residents, around 13%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Monkland a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Monkland 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.

How much is rent in Monkland? +

In Monkland, the median weekly rent is $280, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,135 (2021 Census).