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Scotchy Pocket

QLD 4570 • Queensland

55
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
41.61 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Scotchy Pocket

Scotchy Pocket is a small rural locality in the Gympie area of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 175 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 42 square kilometres of farming land in the Mary River catchment near Gympie.

The nearest town of Gympie, approximately 20 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Mary River valley is known for its dairy farming, the heritage Rattler rail line, and proximity to the Sunshine Coast. There is no public transport serving Scotchy Pocket; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Scotchy Pocket 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
41.61 km²
Population Density
1 /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

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
175 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 3 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Gympie is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
55
▲ 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 Scotchy Pocket. 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 Scotchy Pocket known for? +

Scotchy Pocket is a quiet rural locality in the Gympie area of south-east Queensland. The locality covers approximately 42 square kilometres of farming land in the Mary River catchment near Gympie.

How far is Scotchy Pocket from Brisbane CBD? +

Scotchy Pocket is approximately 175 kilometres from Brisbane CBD, roughly a 3 to 3 hour drive.

Does Scotchy Pocket have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Scotchy Pocket. A private vehicle is essential, with Gympie approximately 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of Scotchy Pocket? +

According to the 2021 Census, Scotchy Pocket has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Gympie area of south-east Queensland.

Is Scotchy Pocket a good place to live? +

Scotchy Pocket suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Gympie area of south-east Queensland, with Gympie providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Scotchy Pocket? +

The postcode for Scotchy Pocket is 4570, covering this rural locality in the Gympie area of south-east Queensland.

Is Scotchy Pocket a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Scotchy Pocket 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.