Oakhurst

QLD 4650 • Rest of QLD

1,717
Population (2021)
$39,884
Median Income
24.39 kmΒ²
Area
35m
Elevation
RuralAcreageAffordableQuietHeritage Region

About Oakhurst

Oakhurst is a small rural-residential suburb located on the outskirts of Maryborough in the Fraser Coast region of Queensland, approximately 255 kilometres north of Brisbane. It is a sparsely populated area characterised by larger acreage properties and a quiet, country atmosphere. The suburb sits within the Fraser Coast Regional Council area and offers an affordable alternative to nearby Maryborough and Hervey Bay.

Life in Oakhurst revolves around the nearby towns of Maryborough and Hervey Bay, which provide all essential services, shopping, healthcare, and entertainment. The area appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle with space and privacy while remaining within easy reach of regional amenities. Maryborough, known for its well-preserved heritage architecture, and Hervey Bay, famous as a whale-watching destination, are both a short drive away.

Oakhurst falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by Fraser Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maryborough electorate.

πŸ“ Location

State
Postcode
4650
Urban Area
Fraser Coast
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.51Β°, 152.62Β°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
24.39 kmΒ²
Elevation
35m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough West Station
8 km
Queensland Rail Tilt Train & Spirit of Queensland (Brisbane–Bundaberg–Rockhampton)

Bus Services

  • Wide Bay Transit β€” Maryborough CBD 15–20 min

Commute to Maryborough CBD

Distance
5 km
By Bus
15–20 min
By Car (Peak)
10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 min

πŸ›£οΈ Rural suburb; car is essential for most trips. Brisbane is 3.5 hr drive.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural area with no footpaths; a car is essential for all trips

πŸ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

πŸŽ“ Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$345
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
39 years

πŸ‘₯ Demographics

Census 2016
1,444
Census 2021
1,717
18.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,424
Income 2021
$39,884
15.9% increase

Income Comparison

πŸ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
πŸ’° Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,471
Born Overseas 159

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 43
  • 2. England 40
  • 3. Philippines 22
  • 4. Poland 7
  • 5. South Africa 7
  • 6. Mauritius 5
  • 7. China 4
  • 8. Germany 4
  • 9. Thailand 4
  • 10. Fiji 3
  • 11. Malaysia 3
  • 12. Malta 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 785
English 776
Irish 193
Scottish 185
German 165
Australian Aboriginal 63
Italian 31
Filipino 28
Dutch 25
New Zealander 16

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,298
Both parents born in Australia
184
Both parents born overseas
150
One parent AU, one overseas

πŸ› Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.3%
No Religion
44.0%
Buddhism
0.3%

πŸ“Š Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
124 (7.2%)
5-14 years
263 (15.3%)
15-19 years
90 (5.2%)
20-24 years
69 (4.0%)
25-34 years
218 (12.7%)
35-44 years
225 (13.1%)
45-54 years
216 (12.6%)
55-64 years
229 (13.3%)
65-74 years
200 (11.6%)
75-84 years
77 (4.5%)
85+ years
14 (0.8%)

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