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Oakwood

QLD 4670 • Queensland

364
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordableSuburban
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About Oakwood

Oakwood is a semi-rural locality in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, situated approximately 6 kilometres north-east of the Bundaberg CBD and around 367 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of 364 residents across an area of 11.3 square kilometres, Oakwood has a quiet, semi-rural character that blends residential living with small farms and acreage properties typical of the outer Bundaberg fringe. The locality is governed by Bundaberg Regional Council and falls within the broad Hinkler federal electorate, sharing postcode 4670 with surrounding Bundaberg suburbs.

Oakwood's proximity to Bundaberg city means residents enjoy straightforward access to the region's full range of services, including shopping centres, schools, hospitals, and the Bundaberg Base Hospital, all within a short drive. The Bundaberg region is celebrated for its sugar cane farming, the iconic Bundaberg Rum Distillery, and proximity to natural attractions including the Southern Great Barrier Reef and Mon Repos Conservation Park, where sea turtles nest each summer. For families and acreage seekers looking for a semi-rural lifestyle near a regional centre with outstanding natural surroundings, Oakwood offers an affordable and practical choice.

Oakwood 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
11.34 km²
Population Density
32 /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

Nearest Train Stations

Bundaberg
6 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Duffy's City Buses (regional) — Bundaberg CBD Approx. 15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
367 km
By Train
Queensland Rail Tilt Train from Bundaberg station to Brisbane Roma St (approx. 3 hr 50 min)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr – 4 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 45 min – 4 hr

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway; Bundaberg station is approximately 6km from Oakwood

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Oakwood is a semi-rural locality with no walkable shops; a car is needed for all daily errands, though Bundaberg CBD is a short drive away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
364
▲ 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 Oakwood. 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 Oakwood known for? +

Oakwood is a semi-rural locality on the northern fringe of Bundaberg, known for its quiet acreage lifestyle and proximity to the city's services. The broader Bundaberg region is famous for sugar cane farming, Bundaberg Rum, and access to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and Mon Repos turtle nesting site.

How far is Oakwood from Brisbane? +

Oakwood is approximately 367 kilometres north of Brisbane, around a 4-hour drive via the Bruce Highway. Bundaberg station, approximately 6 kilometres away, offers Queensland Rail Tilt Train services to Brisbane in around 3 hours and 50 minutes.

Does Oakwood have public transport? +

Oakwood has limited public transport, with regional bus services connecting to Bundaberg CBD. The Bundaberg train station, approximately 6 kilometres away, provides Queensland Rail Tilt Train connections to Brisbane. A car is the most practical way to get around day-to-day.

What is the population of Oakwood? +

According to the 2021 Census, Oakwood has a population of 364 residents across 11.3 square kilometres in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland.

Is Oakwood a good place to live? +

Oakwood is well-suited to families and individuals looking for a semi-rural lifestyle close to a regional centre. With Bundaberg CBD just 6 kilometres away and natural attractions like Mon Repos and the Great Barrier Reef coast nearby, it offers affordable acreage living within reach of solid regional services.

What is the postcode for Oakwood? +

The postcode for Oakwood, Queensland is 4670.

Is Oakwood a safe area? +

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