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South Yaamba

QLD 4702 • Queensland

79
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
100.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPastoralRiversideRemote
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About South Yaamba

South Yaamba is a rural locality in Central Queensland's Rockhampton Region, situated within the Rockhampton Regional Council area approximately 26 kilometres north of Rockhampton. Covering around 100 square kilometres of pastoral country, the locality recorded a population of 79 residents in the 2021 Census, with males making up a slight majority. The Fitzroy River forms the northern, north-eastern, and eastern boundaries of the locality, giving the area its distinctive geographic character as a tongue of grazing land between the river and the Bruce Highway corridor.

South Yaamba is predominantly used for cattle grazing, typical of the broad pastoral landscapes of Central Queensland. The small town of Yaamba lies to the north along the Bruce Highway and provides the most immediate local services for the area, while Rockhampton — the region's major centre — is accessible within a 30 to 40 minute drive to the south. For residents, life here revolves around rural station work and the quiet rhythms of the central Queensland grazing country, with the Fitzroy River adding scenic value and supporting the pastoral activity that has defined the area for generations.

South Yaamba falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the Rockhampton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Rockhampton
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
100.56 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4702

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4702, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,286
Median 2023–24
$61,737
▲ 25.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,932

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4702; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Rockhampton ~30-40 min by car

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
26 km
By Train
No direct service; Rockhampton station is approximately 26 km south
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-30 min

🛣️ Accessible via the Bruce Highway. Car is essential for daily travel in this rural locality.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

South Yaamba has no local services or footpaths — a car is required for all daily errands, with Rockhampton the nearest major centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
79
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,754.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.3% 10yr Up 34.6%
Motor vehicle theft
626.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 172.5%
Non-FV assault
2,283.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 206.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
37.1 / 100k
2yr Down 40.8% 10yr Up 25.8%
Steal from vehicle
969 / 100k
2yr Up 17.2% 10yr Up 20.7%
View all offence categories for Rockhampton →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Yaamba known for? +

South Yaamba is known for its cattle grazing country on the banks of the Fitzroy River, which forms the northern, north-eastern, and eastern boundaries of the locality. It is part of the broad pastoral landscape that defines Central Queensland between Rockhampton and Marlborough.

How far is South Yaamba from Rockhampton? +

South Yaamba is approximately 26 kilometres north of Rockhampton CBD, accessible via the Bruce Highway. The drive to Rockhampton takes around 30 to 40 minutes, making it a manageable commute to Central Queensland's largest city.

Does South Yaamba have public transport? +

There is no public transport within South Yaamba. The nearest railway station is in Rockhampton, approximately 26 kilometres to the south, and a private vehicle is the only practical way to travel from the locality.

What is the population of South Yaamba? +

According to the 2021 Census, South Yaamba had a population of 79 residents, with 45 males and 34 females. It is a sparsely populated rural locality covering around 100 square kilometres in the Rockhampton Region.

Is South Yaamba a good place to live? +

South Yaamba suits those working in the pastoral industry or seeking a remote, riverine rural lifestyle close to Central Queensland's natural environment. It offers wide open spaces and access to the Fitzroy River, though residents rely entirely on Rockhampton for all shopping, education, and health services.

What is the postcode for South Yaamba? +

The postcode for South Yaamba, Queensland is 4702, which it shares with Rockhampton and a broad range of surrounding Central Queensland localities.

Is South Yaamba a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. South Yaamba is part of the Rockhampton 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.