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Rubyanna

QLD 4670 • Queensland

257
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
22.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricCane CountrySemi-Rural
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About Rubyanna

Rubyanna is a rural locality on the northern fringe of the Bundaberg area in Queensland, situated approximately 15 kilometres north of Bundaberg's city centre within the Bundaberg Regional Council area. With a 2021 Census population of 257 residents across 22 square kilometres of low-lying coastal hinterland, the locality has a quiet, semi-rural character shaped by sugar cane farming. Rubyanna holds deep historical significance as the site where experimental sugar cane was first cultivated in the Bundaberg district in 1870, on John Charlton Thompson's Rubyanna property — an event that sparked the region's entire sugar industry.

Today Rubyanna remains a predominantly agricultural locality, with sugar cane fields dominating the landscape as they have for over 150 years. The locality lies within easy reach of Bundaberg's full range of services, including shopping centres, schools, the famous Bundaberg Rum Distillery, and the Botanic Gardens. Moore Park Beach and the Coral Coast are accessible within about 30 minutes, making Rubyanna a practical and affordable base for those seeking rural space near a well-serviced regional city. Public transport is limited, and a private vehicle is essential for daily life.

Rubyanna falls under postcode 4670 and is governed by the Bundaberg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Burnett electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4670
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bundaberg
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Burnett
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.89°, 152.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.01 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4670

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4670, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,872
Median 2023–24
$50,723
▲ 21.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,074

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4670; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bundaberg
18 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Limited services — Bundaberg CBD approx. 20–25 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
350 km
By Train
No direct service; Bundaberg station (~18 km) offers Spirit of Queensland to Brisbane (~5–6 hr)
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5 hr

🛣️ Bundaberg is the main regional hub for services; Bruce Highway provides access to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rubyanna is a rural cane-farming locality with no local shops; all errands require driving into Bundaberg

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
257
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
490 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
238.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 120.4%
Non-FV assault
670.3 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Up 64.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.2% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
364.3 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Up 14.8%
View all offence categories for Bundaberg →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rubyanna known for? +

Rubyanna is known for its pivotal role in Bundaberg's sugar history — it was the site of the district's first experimental sugar cane cultivation in 1870, planted by John Charlton Thompson, which sparked the development of the Bundaberg sugar industry. Today it remains a quiet cane-farming locality north of Bundaberg.

How far is Rubyanna from Bundaberg? +

Rubyanna is approximately 15 kilometres north of Bundaberg's city centre, a drive of around 15 to 20 minutes via local roads.

Does Rubyanna have public transport? +

Rubyanna has no direct public transport services. Bundaberg's Kinetic bus network operates within the city area, and the Bundaberg railway station (about 18 km away) provides long-distance rail links; however, a private car is essential for residents of Rubyanna.

What is the population of Rubyanna? +

According to the 2021 Census, Rubyanna has a population of 257 residents across approximately 22 square kilometres, reflecting its character as a small semi-rural cane-farming locality.

Is Rubyanna a good place to live? +

Rubyanna offers a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle close to Bundaberg's services, beaches, and the Coral Coast. It suits those who value affordability, open space, and a working-rural atmosphere while remaining within easy reach of a regional city's amenities.

What is the postcode for Rubyanna? +

Rubyanna's postcode is 4670, shared with Bundaberg and surrounding localities in the Bundaberg Regional Council area.

Is Rubyanna a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Rubyanna is part of the Bundaberg 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.