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Stanwell

QLD 4702 • Queensland

301
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
137.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Stanwell

Stanwell is a small rural locality in the Rockhampton Region of Central Queensland, situated approximately 23 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton on the Capricorn Highway. With a population of 301 people recorded in the 2021 Census, Stanwell is most widely known as the site of the Stanwell Power Station, a government-owned coal-fired electricity generation facility that supplies around 15% of Queensland's electricity needs. The locality falls within the Rockhampton Regional Council area and covers approximately 137 square kilometres of Central Queensland grazing country.

The character of Stanwell is defined by its role as a power industry workers' community, with the prominent Stanwell Power Station cooling towers a recognisable feature of the Central Queensland landscape. Beyond the industrial presence, the surrounding area consists of open grazing land typical of the region, with the Fitzroy River system within proximity. Residents rely on nearby Rockhampton for shopping, schools, healthcare, and a full range of urban services, making car ownership essential for daily life.

Stanwell 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
137.03 km²
Population Density
2 /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 Approx. 30 min

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
23 km
By Train
No direct train service to Stanwell
By Car (Peak)
20–30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
18–25 min

🛣️ Via Capricorn Highway; car is essential for residents

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Stanwell is a small rural locality with no walkable retail or services; all errands require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
301
▲ 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 Stanwell. 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 Stanwell known for? +

Stanwell is best known as the home of the Stanwell Power Station, a large government-owned coal-fired power station that has been supplying approximately 15% of Queensland's electricity needs since it became operational in 1996.

How far is Stanwell from Rockhampton? +

Stanwell is approximately 23 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton, making it roughly a 20–30 minute drive via the Capricorn Highway.

Does Stanwell have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail service to Stanwell. Limited regional bus services operate in the area, but a car is the primary and most practical mode of transport for residents.

What is the population of Stanwell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Stanwell has a population of 301 people across approximately 108 dwellings, making it a small rural locality in the Rockhampton Region.

Is Stanwell a good place to live? +

Stanwell suits those working at or associated with the Stanwell Power Station, or those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle within easy reach of Rockhampton's full range of urban services, schools, and shopping.

What is the postcode for Stanwell? +

The postcode for Stanwell, Queensland is 4702.

Is Stanwell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stanwell 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.