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Port Curtis

QLD 4700 • Queensland

309
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
45.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
IndustrialPortCoastalResourcesGladstone Region
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About Port Curtis

Port Curtis is a coastal locality in the Gladstone Region of Central Queensland, encompassing parts of the harbour and coastline around Gladstone, approximately 530 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of 309 at the 2021 census across 45.8 square kilometres, it includes waterfront areas along Port Curtis harbour — one of Australia's busiest multi-commodity ports. The locality features a mix of industrial port infrastructure, mangrove-lined shoreline, and scattered residential pockets.

Port Curtis's identity is defined by Gladstone's major port operations, which export coal, alumina, LNG, and other commodities. The harbour area also provides recreational boating and fishing access to the southern Great Barrier Reef. Residents live in proximity to Gladstone's industrial employment while enjoying the tropical coastal environment. The area attracts port workers and those in the resources sector seeking affordable housing near their workplace.

Port Curtis falls under postcode 4700 and is governed by the Rockhampton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4700
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Rockhampton
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.18°, 150.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
45.78 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4700

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4700, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$51,596
Median 2023–24
$62,689
▲ 21.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$78,884

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4700; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gladstone Station
10 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Buslink Gladstone — Gladstone CBD 15 min

Commute to Gladstone

Distance
10 km
By Train
N/A — drive to Gladstone
By Bus
15 min
By Car (Peak)
12 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 min

🛣️ Gladstone is the nearest city. Rockhampton is 1.5 hours north. Brisbane is 5.5 hours south.

Walkability Car Essential

Industrial/coastal locality with no local shops. A car is essential for all services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
309
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,754.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.3% 10yr Up 34.6%
Motor vehicle theft
626.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 172.5%
Non-FV assault
2,283.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 206.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
37.1 / 100k
2yr Down 40.8% 10yr Up 25.8%
Steal from vehicle
969 / 100k
2yr Up 17.2% 10yr Up 20.7%
View all offence categories for Rockhampton →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Port Curtis known for? +

Port Curtis is known as the harbour and industrial port area of Gladstone, one of Australia's major export ports handling LNG, coal, and alumina. The locality encompasses the Gladstone Port and is integral to the city's significant industrial economy.

How far is Port Curtis from Gladstone CBD? +

Port Curtis is approximately 10 kilometres from Gladstone CBD, about a 10–12 minute drive. Gladstone is Central Queensland's main industrial city, with a port, aluminium smelters, and LNG facilities.

Does Port Curtis have public transport? +

Port Curtis is served by local bus routes connecting to Gladstone CBD. Gladstone has a Queensland Rail station on the North Coast Line, providing services to Rockhampton and Brisbane.

What is the population of Port Curtis? +

According to the 2021 Census, Port Curtis has a population of approximately 309 residents in the locality, though the broader Gladstone urban area has a much larger population of around 35,000.

Is Port Curtis a good place to live? +

Port Curtis is primarily an industrial and harbour area, with residential options best suited to those employed in Gladstone's port and resources sector. The proximity to Gladstone's industrial employment base is the main residential drawcard.

What is the postcode for Port Curtis? +

The postcode for Port Curtis, QLD is 4700.

Is Port Curtis a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Port Curtis is part of the Rockhampton 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.