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Runnymede

QLD 4615 • Queensland

192
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
71.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeaceful
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About Runnymede

Runnymede is a small rural locality in the South Burnett region of Queensland, situated approximately 170 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. It covers an area of around 71 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land, with a population of approximately 192 residents. The locality falls within Queensland's South Burnett local government area, characterised by low-density rural living across broad farming properties.

The surrounding South Burnett region is known for its peanut and grain farming, with the regional centre of Nanango providing essential services, shops, and schools for residents. Life in Runnymede revolves around the land, with wide open spaces and a quiet rural atmosphere appealing to farming families and those seeking an escape from urban life. The Bruce Highway provides the main road connection to the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane.

Runnymede falls under postcode 4615 and is governed by the South Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4615
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Burnett
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.66°, 152.01°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
71.76 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4615

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4615, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,565
Median 2023–24
$42,852
▲ 17.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$52,892

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4615; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Nanango / Kingaroy Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 55 min – 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ D'Aguilar Highway connects to the Bruce Highway; Nanango is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no footpaths or local shops; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
192
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,039.6 / 100k
2yr Down 10.4% 10yr Up 78.5%
Motor vehicle theft
477.2 / 100k
2yr Up 12.8% 10yr Up 320.8%
Non-FV assault
985.6 / 100k
2yr Down 13.8% 10yr Up 133.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
17 / 100k
2yr Down 46.9% 10yr Up 456.0%
Steal from vehicle
383.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 86.7%
View all offence categories for South Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Runnymede known for? +

Runnymede is a small agricultural locality in Queensland's South Burnett region, known for its farming land and quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by peanut and grain properties.

How far is Runnymede from Brisbane? +

Runnymede is approximately 170 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, making it around a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the D'Aguilar Highway and Bruce Highway.

Does Runnymede have public transport? +

Public transport in Runnymede is very limited. There is no rail service, and bus connections to the regional centre of Nanango are infrequent. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Runnymede? +

According to the 2021 Census, Runnymede has a population of approximately 192 residents, making it a very small rural locality in the South Burnett region.

Is Runnymede a good place to live? +

Runnymede suits those who value rural space, quiet living, and a farming lifestyle. It offers affordable land and low-density surroundings, though residents rely on nearby Nanango for shops, schools, and services.

What is the postcode for Runnymede? +

The postcode for Runnymede, QLD is 4615.

Is Runnymede a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Runnymede is part of the South Burnett 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.