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Struck Oil

QLD 4714 • Queensland

151
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralCar-DependentHistoric
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About Struck Oil

Struck Oil is a small rural locality in the Rockhampton Region of Queensland, situated approximately 9 kilometres east of Mount Morgan and 36 kilometres south-south-west of Rockhampton. With a population of 151 residents spread across 21 square kilometres, the area is sparsely settled and retains a quiet, country character typical of Central Queensland's grazing lands. The median household income reflects the modest rural economy of the region, which has long been associated with the historic mining district around nearby Mount Morgan.

The locality takes its unusual name from a 19th-century play, Struck Oil, a quirky piece of local colour that sets it apart from surrounding communities. Struck Oil Provisional School opened in 1905 and became a State School in 1911, reflecting the area's early settlement history. Today the locality is home to a small farming community with most residents relying on private vehicles for access to services and amenities in Rockhampton, the nearest regional centre approximately 36 kilometres to the north.

Struck Oil falls under postcode 4714 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 Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4714
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Rockhampton
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Mirani
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.66°, 150.39°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.01 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4714

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4714, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,311
Median 2023–24
$50,196
▲ 21.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,385

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4714; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Rockhampton Approx. 45 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
661 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
7–8 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
6.5–7 hours

🛣️ Rockhampton is the nearest regional centre at ~36 km; car is essential for all daily needs

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services or amenities in the locality; all errands require driving to Mount Morgan or Rockhampton

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
151
▲ 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 Struck Oil. 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 Struck Oil known for? +

Struck Oil is known for its unusual name, which was taken from a 19th-century stage play. The locality also has historical ties to the broader Mount Morgan mining district and has been a small rural settlement since the early 1900s when its state school opened in 1905.

How far is Struck Oil from Rockhampton? +

Struck Oil is approximately 36 kilometres south-south-west of Rockhampton, Queensland's nearest regional city, making it roughly a 40-minute drive via local roads.

Does Struck Oil have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Struck Oil, and bus connections are very limited in this rural locality. A private vehicle is essential for residents to access services in Rockhampton or the nearby town of Mount Morgan.

What is the population of Struck Oil? +

According to the 2021 Census, Struck Oil has a population of 151 residents, spread across approximately 21 square kilometres of Central Queensland grazing country.

Is Struck Oil a good place to live? +

Struck Oil suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle away from urban centres. The area offers open land and a close-knit community, but residents should be comfortable with long drives to access shops, schools, and services in Rockhampton.

What is the postcode for Struck Oil? +

The postcode for Struck Oil, Queensland is 4714.

Is Struck Oil a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Struck Oil 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.