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Sheep Station Creek

QLD 4515 • Queensland

116
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
137.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemotePastoral
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About Sheep Station Creek

Sheep Station Creek is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Somerset Region of South East Queensland, located approximately 14 kilometres north-north-east of Kilcoy and around 119 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane. With a population of 116 residents in the 2021 Census spread across a vast 137 square kilometres, the locality has one of the lowest population densities in the region. It falls within the federal electorate of Blair and the state electorate of Nanango, and is characterised by open grazing paddocks, dry sclerophyll bushland, and the undulating terrain of the Somerset hinterland.

The locality takes its name from a creek flowing through the area and the pastoral heritage of the Somerset Region, which has long been defined by cattle and sheep grazing on large rural properties. Surrounding localities include Moore, Harlin, and Linville to the west, with Kilcoy providing the nearest town services including a supermarket, primary school, and basic amenities. Life in Sheep Station Creek is fundamentally rural, with residents fully reliant on private vehicles and accustomed to the wide open spaces and natural quiet of the Queensland hinterland.

Sheep Station Creek falls under postcode 4515 and is governed by the Somerset Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Blair, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4515
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Somerset
Federal Electorate
Blair
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.85°, 152.49°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
137.70 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4515

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4515, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,253
Median 2023–24
$53,740
▲ 13.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,588

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4515; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Kilcoy (14 km south) N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
119 km
By Train
No direct rail service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Via Kilcoy-Caboolture Road and D'Aguilar Highway. Very rural; a car is the only practical transport option.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Extremely rural locality with no local services; all daily errands require driving to Kilcoy or beyond

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
116
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
282.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.6% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
226.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 67.7%
Non-FV assault
973.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 163.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
267.5 / 100k
2yr Down 28.4% 10yr Up 31.9%
View all offence categories for Somerset →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sheep Station Creek known for? +

Sheep Station Creek is named after the creek and pastoral heritage of the Somerset Region. The locality is defined by its expansive rural character, with cattle grazing properties across a large 137 square kilometre area.

How far is Sheep Station Creek from Brisbane? +

Sheep Station Creek is approximately 119 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane, a drive of around 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic and route taken.

Does Sheep Station Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Sheep Station Creek. The locality has no rail access and no regular bus services; private vehicle is the only practical means of transport.

What is the population of Sheep Station Creek? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 116 people in Sheep Station Creek, spread across approximately 137 square kilometres — making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland.

Is Sheep Station Creek a good place to live? +

Sheep Station Creek appeals to those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a peaceful, low-density environment. It suits farming families and those comfortable with the isolation of the Somerset hinterland, with Kilcoy providing basic services.

What is the postcode for Sheep Station Creek? +

The postcode for Sheep Station Creek, QLD is 4515.

Is Sheep Station Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sheep Station Creek is part of the Somerset 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.