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Neerdie

QLD 4570 • Queensland

111
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
109.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandRemoteQuiet
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About Neerdie

Neerdie is a sparsely populated rural locality approximately 30 kilometres north-north-east of Gympie in South East Queensland, split between the Gympie Region and the Fraser Coast Region local government areas. The locality covers over 110 square kilometres and recorded a population of 111 residents in the 2021 Census — a very low density of around one person per square kilometre. The area's median household income reflects its rural and agricultural character.

Neerdie is bordered by forested land including sections of Glenwood and Gunalda to the west and large timber reserves to the east, giving it a heavily timbered and semi-remote character. Gympie, a major regional hub, is the nearest centre for schools, supermarkets, medical care, and train connections, while Maryborough lies approximately 76 kilometres to the north. The locality appeals to those seeking extensive rural acreage or hobby farm properties in a quiet bush setting within the broader Fraser Coast and Gympie region.

Neerdie 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
109.69 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

Nearest Train Stations

Gympie North
30 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to locality — Gympie N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
207 km
By Train
Drive to Gympie North station (~30km), then approximately 2h 20min to Brisbane Roma Street via North Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2–2.5 hours

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway; Gympie is the nearest service town with rail connections.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local retail or services within the locality; all amenities require a drive to Gympie or surrounding towns.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
111
▲ 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 Neerdie. 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 Neerdie known for? +

Neerdie is known as a quiet, thinly settled rural locality surrounded by native bush and timber reserves in the Gympie and Fraser Coast region of Queensland. It offers extensive rural acreage and a peaceful semi-remote lifestyle.

How far is Neerdie from Brisbane? +

Neerdie is approximately 207 kilometres north of Brisbane by road, around a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Bruce Highway. Gympie, the nearest major service town, is about 30 kilometres to the south-south-west.

Does Neerdie have public transport? +

Neerdie has no public transport services. The nearest train station is Gympie North (approximately 30km), served by Queensland Rail's Tilt Train on the North Coast Line to Brisbane. A car is essential for all daily travel.

What is the population of Neerdie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Neerdie has a population of 111 residents across approximately 49 dwellings, making it a very sparsely settled locality with a density of around one person per square kilometre.

Is Neerdie a good place to live? +

Neerdie is ideally suited to those seeking a remote rural lifestyle with large landholdings in a bush setting. Gympie provides access to services and community facilities, but a car is essential and the lifestyle is distinctly rural and quiet.

What is the postcode for Neerdie? +

The postcode for Neerdie, QLD is 4570, which it shares with Gympie and a number of surrounding localities in the region.

Is Neerdie a safe area? +

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