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No 4 Branch

QLD 4856 • Queensland

90
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemotePeaceful
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About No 4 Branch

No 4 Branch is a small rural locality in Far North Queensland, situated within the Cassowary Coast Region approximately 25 kilometres south of Innisfail and roughly 90 kilometres south-east of Cairns. The locality covers around 22 square kilometres of coastal lowland floodplain — terrain characteristic of the sugarcane districts between Tully and Innisfail along the Bruce Highway corridor. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 90 residents across 25 dwellings, with the community drawn predominantly from farming families working the surrounding agricultural land.

The locality sits in one of the wettest farming regions in Australia, with the Cassowary Coast's tropical climate supporting extensive sugarcane cultivation that defines the area's landscape and economy. Nearby Silkwood, just a short drive north, serves as the closest local hub with a service station and community facilities, while Innisfail provides supermarkets, schools, and healthcare. The World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforest is within easy reach, and residents value the region's natural beauty — including proximity to Kurrimine Beach and Mission Beach on the tropical coast.

No 4 Branch falls under postcode 4856 and is governed by the Cassowary Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4856
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.77°, 145.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.90 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4856

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4856 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,274
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,736

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4856; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound/Coach services on Bruce Highway — Cairns / Townsville Stops at Innisfail (~25 km); no local bus service to No 4 Branch

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No passenger train service in this section
By Car (Peak)
75-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
65-75 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides the main arterial connection; Innisfail (~25 km) is the nearest regional service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote agricultural locality with no local shops or services — a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
90
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Cassowary Coast Local Government Area, which contains No 4 Branch. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
714 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
201.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 11.2%
Non-FV assault
1,528.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 160.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
22.7 / 100k
2yr Up 240.4% 10yr Up 33.1%
Steal from vehicle
214.2 / 100k
2yr Down 16.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Cassowary Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is No 4 Branch known for? +

No 4 Branch is a quiet agricultural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Far North Queensland, known primarily for its sugarcane farming landscape. It lies within one of the highest-rainfall farming regions in Australia, and is close to the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforest and the tropical coastline.

How far is No 4 Branch from Cairns? +

No 4 Branch is approximately 90 kilometres south-east of Cairns, a drive of around 65–90 minutes via the Bruce Highway through Innisfail.

Does No 4 Branch have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving No 4 Branch. Long-distance coaches on the Bruce Highway stop at Innisfail approximately 25 kilometres north, but local bus services do not extend to the locality. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of No 4 Branch? +

According to the 2021 Census, No 4 Branch has a population of 90 residents across approximately 25 dwellings, reflecting its character as a small, farming-based rural locality.

Is No 4 Branch a good place to live? +

No 4 Branch suits those who value a quiet, rural lifestyle in a tropical farming community. It is well-placed for those working in the sugarcane or agricultural industries, and the nearby coastline and rainforest offer outstanding natural recreation. Urban amenities require a drive to Innisfail or further to Cairns.

What is the postcode for No 4 Branch? +

The postcode for No 4 Branch, Queensland is 4856, shared with the nearby town of Silkwood and other localities in the Cassowary Coast Region.

Is No 4 Branch a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. No 4 Branch is part of the Cassowary Coast 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.