Redford
QLD 4467 • Queensland
About Redford
Redford is a vast and sparsely populated rural locality spanning the Maranoa Region and the Shire of Murweh in south-west Queensland, covering approximately 2,411 square kilometres of open pastoral land. With just 18 residents recorded at the 2021 census, it is one of Queensland's most remote and lightly populated localities. The area is classic outback Queensland, characterised by vast Mitchell grass plains and mulga scrubland suited to extensive cattle and sheep grazing. The locality lies roughly between the townships of Mitchell (to the east) and Charleville (to the west), both accessible via the Warrego Highway.
Life in Redford is defined by large-scale pastoral farming, with station owners and workers forming the entirety of the tiny population. There are no urban amenities within the locality itself, and residents depend entirely on Mitchell or Charleville for fuel, groceries, medical services, and schooling. The isolation is part of the appeal for those who choose this lifestyle — vast open landscapes, clear night skies, and the rhythm of the land. Redford is the quintessential Australian outback experience, suited only to those committed to a self-reliant, agricultural way of life.
Redford falls under postcode 4467 and is governed by the Maranoa Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.
Location
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Transport & Commute
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Extremely remote; Mitchell (~90 km) or Charleville (~180 km) are the nearest service centres
One of Queensland's most remote localities — private vehicle or aircraft is the only means of transport.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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24 Redford Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Maranoa Local Government Area, which contains Redford. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.