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Ross Creek

QLD 4570 • Queensland

63
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.49 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietHinterland
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About Ross Creek

Ross Creek is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of south-east Queensland, situated in the hinterland approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Gympie. Covering just under 10 square kilometres, the area recorded a population of 63 at the 2021 Census. The locality forms part of the mixed farming and grazing district surrounding the Mary Valley, characterised by rolling hills, creek flats, and small rural properties.

Residents of Ross Creek draw on Gympie as their primary service centre, with access to schools, supermarkets, health services, and the Bruce Highway corridor. The surrounding Mary Valley hinterland offers scenic rural landscapes, walking trails, and connections to the Sunshine Coast hinterland to the south. The locality suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within reasonable driving distance of regional services.

Ross Creek falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the Gympie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.49 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4570

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4570, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,494
Median 2023–24
$48,143
▲ 25.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,221

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4570; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gympie North Station
28 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Gympie N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
No direct service from Ross Creek; Gympie North station approx. 28km away, ~2.5 hrs to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2 to 2.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1.75 to 2 hrs

🛣️ Bruce Highway via Gympie is the main route to Brisbane. Rural roads connect to Gympie.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Ross Creek has no local shops or services; all errands require driving, principally to Gympie.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
63
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
565 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.2%
Motor vehicle theft
340.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 116.8%
Non-FV assault
646.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 47.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.5 / 100k
2yr Down 56.6% 10yr Up 328.2%
Steal from vehicle
406.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 74.9%
View all offence categories for Gympie →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ross Creek known for? +

Ross Creek is a quiet rural hinterland locality in the Gympie Region, known for its small rural properties amid the Mary Valley hills south-west of Gympie.

How far is Ross Creek from Gympie? +

Ross Creek is approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Gympie, a drive of around 25 to 30 minutes on rural roads.

Does Ross Creek have public transport? +

Ross Creek has no public transport services. The nearest rail connection is at Gympie North station, approximately 28 kilometres away, which provides Queensland Rail services to Brisbane.

What is the population of Ross Creek? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 63 in Ross Creek, consistent with its small rural character.

Is Ross Creek a good place to live? +

Ross Creek suits people who value a quiet rural lifestyle in the Mary Valley hinterland while remaining within driving distance of Gympie's services and the Sunshine Coast region.

What is the postcode for Ross Creek? +

The postcode for Ross Creek, Queensland is 4570.

Is Ross Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ross Creek is part of the Gympie 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.