Running Creek
QLD 4287 • Queensland
About Running Creek
Running Creek is a small rural locality in south-east Queensland's Scenic Rim region, located approximately 90 kilometres south of Brisbane and 30 kilometres south-west of Beaudesert. Nestled in the ranges near the NSW border and straddling hilly, forested terrain, it has a recorded population of around 146 people spread across 112 square kilometres. The area is classified as a rural locality and forms part of the Scenic Rim Regional Council area, characterised by subtropical rainforest margins, steep gullies, and fertile creek flats.
Life in Running Creek revolves around rural pursuits — cattle farming, hobby farms, and small acreage properties are common, and the locality attracts those seeking a genuine bush lifestyle well away from suburban development. The natural environment is a highlight, with access to scenic walking trails, birdwatching, and proximity to Lamington National Park and the border ranges. Residents travel to Beaudesert for everyday services including shopping, healthcare, and schools, with the Gold Coast accessible within about 90 minutes by car.
Running Creek falls under postcode 4287 and is governed by the Scenic Rim Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Scenic Rim electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 4287
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4287 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4287; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Car essential; access via Beaudesert-Nerang Road and Mount Lindesay Highway
Remote rural locality with no public transport; vehicle required for all trips
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Scenic Rim Local Government Area, which contains Running Creek. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.