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Penwhaupell

QLD 4625 • Queensland

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Population (2021)
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Median Personal Income
76.24 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Penwhaupell

Penwhaupell is a sparsely populated rural locality in Queensland's North Burnett Region, situated approximately 140 kilometres northwest of Gympie and 312 kilometres north-northwest of Brisbane. Covering around 85 square kilometres of mixed farming and bushland, the locality recorded no or negligible population in the 2021 Census. Its unusual name is believed to derive from Scottish origins, reflecting the heritage of early pastoral settlers in the region.

The North Burnett Region surrounding Penwhaupell is characterised by broadacre farming, cattle grazing, and a strong rural community centred on nearby towns such as Gayndah (about 27 km northwest) and Biggenden. Residents value the peaceful, wide-open countryside, and the region is known for citrus and stone fruit orchards, beef cattle, and some of Queensland's most authentic rural character. Essential services are accessed via Gayndah or Monto.

Penwhaupell falls under postcode 4625 and is governed by the North Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4625
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
North Burnett
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.57°, 151.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
76.24 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4625

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4625, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$35,105
Median 2023–24
$42,363
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,132

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4625; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
312 km
By Train
N/A
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5 hrs

🛣️ Remote rural locality; car is the only practical transport option

Walkability Car-Dependent

No local services or footpaths; car essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
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Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the North Burnett Local Government Area, which contains Penwhaupell. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.8 / 100k
2yr Down 32.5% 10yr Up 50.5%
Motor vehicle theft
216.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.6% 10yr Up 188.4%
Non-FV assault
942.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.8% 10yr Up 144.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
9.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
207.3 / 100k
2yr Down 23.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for North Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Penwhaupell in Queensland? +

Penwhaupell is a rural locality in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, approximately 27 km southeast of Gayndah and 312 km north-northwest of Brisbane.

What is the population of Penwhaupell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Penwhaupell had no or negligible resident population, making it one of Queensland's most sparsely populated localities.

What is the nearest town to Penwhaupell? +

The nearest significant town is Gayndah, approximately 27 km to the northwest, which serves as the main service centre for the surrounding rural area.

Is Penwhaupell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Penwhaupell is part of the North Burnett 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.