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Prince Of Wales

QLD 4875 • Queensland

62
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
205.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRemoteIndigenousBeachside
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About Prince Of Wales

Prince of Wales (Muralag) is an island locality in the Torres Strait, located approximately 20 kilometres north of the tip of Cape York Peninsula and south of Thursday Island within the Shire of Torres. Covering around 206 square kilometres, the island is the largest of the Torres Strait Islands and recorded a population of 62 at the 2021 Census. Most of the land has been returned to the Kaurareg people, the traditional custodians of Muralag, who have occupied this country for thousands of years.

Prince of Wales Island is connected to Thursday Island — the administrative and commercial hub of the Torres Strait — by regular boat and barge services. The island's rugged terrain, coastal mangroves, and surrounding tropical waters make it a destination for fishing, wildlife observation, and remote island experiences. The Kaurareg people maintain their cultural connections to Muralag, and the island's development is guided by the community's land management aspirations. Thursday Island provides the nearest services and facilities for Torres Strait residents.

Prince Of Wales falls under postcode 4875 and is governed by the Torres Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Cook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4875
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Torres
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Cook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-9.58°, 143.77°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
205.78 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4875

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4875, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,835
Median 2023–24
$54,895
▲ 14.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,357

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4875; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Thursday Island N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
2100 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
N/A — island accessible by boat or air only
By Car (Off-Peak)
N/A

🛣️ Thursday Island is accessible by air from Cairns (~1hr flight) and by ferry from Seisia on Cape York. Regular boat services to Prince of Wales Island.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Limited road infrastructure on the island; boat transport to Thursday Island is required for most services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
62
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
573.2 / 100k
2yr Down 73.6% 10yr Down 70.6%
Motor vehicle theft
172 / 100k
2yr Down 59.9% 10yr Up 117.8%
Non-FV assault
2,550.9 / 100k
2yr Down 10.7% 10yr Up 70.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
114.6 / 100k
2yr Down 71.3% 10yr Down 74.4%
View all offence categories for Torres →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prince of Wales Island known for? +

Prince of Wales Island (Muralag) is known as the largest Torres Strait Island, the traditional homeland of the Kaurareg people, and for its remote island character, coastal fishing, and proximity to Thursday Island.

How do you get to Prince of Wales Island? +

Prince of Wales Island is accessible by regular boat and barge services from Thursday Island, approximately a short crossing away. Thursday Island can be reached by air from Cairns in about an hour.

Does Prince of Wales Island have public transport? +

There is no conventional public transport on Prince of Wales Island. Boat services operate to Thursday Island, which serves as the main hub with an airport for regional flight connections.

What is the population of Prince of Wales Island? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 62 in the Prince of Wales locality, reflecting its small and remote island community character.

Is Prince of Wales Island a good place to visit? +

Prince of Wales Island offers a unique remote Torres Strait experience with connections to Kaurareg cultural heritage, exceptional fishing, and the natural beauty of the tropical island environment near Thursday Island.

What is the postcode for Prince of Wales QLD? +

The postcode for Prince Of Wales, Queensland is 4875.

Is Prince Of Wales a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Prince Of Wales is part of the Torres 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.

What is the population of Prince Of Wales? +

Prince Of Wales had a population of 62 at the 2021 Census.