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Silver Valley

QLD 4872 • Queensland

145
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
332.25 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricRainforestRemoteAgricultural
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About Silver Valley

Silver Valley is a rural locality in the Tablelands Region of Far North Queensland, located approximately 147 kilometres southwest of Cairns and 82 kilometres southwest of Atherton. The locality covers around 332 square kilometres of tropical tableland, sitting at elevation near the edge of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. The 2021 census recorded 145 residents, with the area known historically for silver and tin mining activity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The remains of the Coolgarra Battery and other mining relics are reminders of Silver Valley's once-busy prospecting era, making it a destination for heritage-minded visitors exploring the Atherton Tablelands. The surrounding landscape offers lush rainforest and cattle grazing country, with nearby Ravenshoe (about 32 kilometres east) serving as the main service centre. Residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle immersed in one of Queensland's most scenic and biodiverse highland regions.

Silver Valley falls under postcode 4872 and is governed by the Tablelands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4872
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tablelands
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.03°, 145.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
332.25 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4872

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4872 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,620
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,030

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4872; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional services — Ravenshoe / Atherton 30–50 min by car

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
147 km
By Train
No direct rail service
By Bus
Limited regional bus to Cairns via Atherton
By Car (Peak)
approx. 2 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 2 hrs 15 min

🛣️ Nearest town is Ravenshoe (~32 km). Atherton is the main hub for the Tablelands (~82 km).

Walkability Car-dependent

Very car-dependent rural locality. No public transport within the locality; private vehicle required for all services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
145
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,556.7 / 100k
2yr Up 40.5% 10yr Up 168.9%
Motor vehicle theft
414.2 / 100k
2yr Up 68.5% 10yr Up 154.7%
Non-FV assault
1,156.9 / 100k
2yr Down 12.2% 10yr Up 180.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
35.7 / 100k
2yr Up 62.2% 10yr Up 200.1%
Steal from vehicle
346.3 / 100k
2yr Up 38.8% 10yr Up 30.4%
View all offence categories for Tablelands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silver Valley known for? +

Silver Valley is a rural locality in the Tablelands Region of Far North Queensland, located approximately 147 kilometres southwest of Cairns and 82 kilometres southwest of Atherton. The locality covers around 332 square kilometres of tropical tableland, sitting at elevation near the edge of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.

How far is Silver Valley from Brisbane CBD? +

Silver Valley is approximately 147 km from Cairns CBD. By car, the journey takes around approx. 2 hrs 15 min off-peak and approx. 2 hrs 30 min during peak hours.

Does Silver Valley have public transport? +

Silver Valley is served by bus routes connecting to Ravenshoe / Atherton, though there is no direct rail service. A car is recommended for most journeys.

What is the population of Silver Valley? +

According to the 2021 Census, Silver Valley has a population of approximately 145 residents, making it a small rural locality.

Is Silver Valley a good place to live? +

Silver Valley suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with open spaces and natural surroundings. It is ideal for people seeking acreage, farming, or a secluded country retreat, with urban amenities accessible from nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Silver Valley? +

The postcode for Silver Valley, QLD is 4872.

Is Silver Valley a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Silver Valley is part of the Tablelands 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.