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Moy Pocket

QLD 4574 • Queensland

120
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.12 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideHinterlandPeacefulSubtropical
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About Moy Pocket

Moy Pocket is a small rural locality in Queensland's Gympie Region, nestled in the Sunshine Coast hinterland approximately 34 kilometres south-west of Cooroy and 45 kilometres south of Gympie. The Mary River forms the northern boundary of the locality, which covers around 18 square kilometres and is home to approximately 120 residents as recorded in the 2021 Census. The area falls under Gympie Regional Council and is characterised by lush hinterland countryside typical of south-east Queensland's interior.

Moy Pocket offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with the natural beauty of the Mary River corridor providing scenic surroundings and opportunities for fishing and outdoor recreation. The locality sits within reach of both the Sunshine Coast and Gympie, with residents typically travelling to Gympie or Cooroy for everyday services, schools, and shopping. The gentle hinterland landscape, warm subtropical climate, and quiet community atmosphere make Moy Pocket a retreat for those who value rural living within a reasonable distance of regional services.

Moy Pocket falls under postcode 4574 and is governed by the Gympie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Fisher, while state elections fall under the Nicklin electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4574
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Fisher
State Electorate
Nicklin
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.63°, 152.76°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.12 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4574

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4574 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$45,734
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,343

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4574; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Sunbus / regional services — Gympie / Noosa / Nambour Very limited; car is strongly recommended

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
No direct service; Gympie North station approx. 50 km away — train to Brisbane approx. 2 hr 30 min from Gympie
By Car (Peak)
2 hr–2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min–2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway via Gympie or Eumundi is the main route to Brisbane; car essential for daily life

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or footpaths; all errands require driving to Gympie, Cooroy, or nearby hinterland towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
120
▲ 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 Moy Pocket. 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 Moy Pocket known for? +

Moy Pocket is known for its peaceful hinterland setting alongside the Mary River in south-east Queensland, offering scenic natural surroundings and a quiet rural lifestyle within the Gympie Regional Council area.

How far is Moy Pocket from Brisbane? +

Moy Pocket is approximately 158 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD, making it roughly a 2-hour drive via the Bruce Highway through Gympie or the Sunshine Coast hinterland routes.

Does Moy Pocket have public transport? +

Moy Pocket has no local public transport services. Residents rely on private vehicles; the nearest railway station is at Gympie North (approx. 50 km away) on the North Coast Line connecting Brisbane and Cairns.

What is the population of Moy Pocket? +

According to the 2021 Census, Moy Pocket has a population of approximately 120 residents across 41 dwellings within its 18 square kilometre area alongside the Mary River.

Is Moy Pocket a good place to live? +

Moy Pocket is ideal for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle within the Sunshine Coast hinterland, with the natural beauty of the Mary River on the doorstep. Everyday services are available in Gympie or Cooroy, and Brisbane is accessible within two hours by car.

What is the postcode for Moy Pocket? +

The postcode for Moy Pocket is 4574, shared with other localities in the Sunshine Coast hinterland and Gympie Region of Queensland.

Is Moy Pocket a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Moy Pocket 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.