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Moorland

QLD 4670 • Queensland

284
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
47.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Moorland

Moorland is a rural locality in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, situated approximately 21 kilometres north-west of Bundaberg's CBD in the Wide Bay region. Spanning just over 47 square kilometres, the area is largely agricultural in character and bounded to the west by the Kolan River. With a 2021 Census population of 284 residents, Moorland has a very low population density typical of Queensland's rural hinterland.

The surrounding countryside supports sugar cane farming and mixed agriculture, land uses common throughout the broader Bundaberg region. Residents rely on nearby Bundaberg — a regional centre approximately 20 minutes' drive to the south-east — for everyday services including supermarkets, medical facilities, schools, and retail. The locality's flat, open terrain and rural character make it appealing to those seeking a quiet country lifestyle within reasonable reach of a well-serviced regional hub.

Moorland falls under postcode 4670 and is governed by the Bundaberg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Burnett electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4670
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bundaberg
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Burnett
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.89°, 152.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
47.29 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4670

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4670, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,872
Median 2023–24
$50,723
▲ 21.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,074

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4670; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Bundaberg 25-35 min

Commute to Bundaberg CBD

Distance
21 km
By Train
No direct train service; Bundaberg Station is approx. 21km away
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
18-25 min

🛣️ Isis Highway and local roads provide access to Bundaberg; car is essential for daily life

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require a car trip to Bundaberg or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
284
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
490 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
238.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 120.4%
Non-FV assault
670.3 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Up 64.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.2% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
364.3 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Up 14.8%
View all offence categories for Bundaberg →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moorland QLD known for? +

Moorland is known as a quiet rural locality in the Bundaberg Region, characterised by sugar cane farming and mixed agriculture. The Kolan River forms part of its western boundary, and the area sits within a productive agricultural belt typical of the Wide Bay region of Queensland.

How far is Moorland from Bundaberg? +

Moorland is approximately 21 kilometres north-west of Bundaberg's CBD, making it around a 20–30 minute drive via local roads and the Isis Highway.

Does Moorland have public transport? +

Public transport in Moorland is very limited. There is no rail service to the locality; the nearest train station is Bundaberg, approximately 21 kilometres away. A car is essential for getting around and accessing everyday services.

What is the population of Moorland? +

Moorland had a population of 284 people according to the 2021 Census, spread across approximately 47 square kilometres of rural land, giving it a very low population density of around 6 people per square kilometre.

Is Moorland a good place to live? +

Moorland suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle in a farming community, with the convenience of Bundaberg's regional services within a reasonable drive. It is best suited to people comfortable with car dependency and rural living, particularly those with ties to the agricultural industry.

What is the postcode for Moorland QLD? +

The postcode for Moorland in Queensland is 4670, which it shares with Bundaberg and surrounding localities in the region.

Is Moorland a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Moorland is part of the Bundaberg 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.