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Sundown (Cassowary Coast - Qld)

QLD 4382 • Queensland

145
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
5.99 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalQuiet
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About Sundown (Cassowary Coast - Qld)

Sundown is a small rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Queensland, situated approximately 3 kilometres north of Innisfail and around 88 kilometres south of Cairns. Forming part of the lush agricultural lowlands of the Cassowary Coast, the area is characterised by tropical farmland, sugar cane plantations, and the region's high rainfall and green landscape. According to the 2021 Census, the locality has a population of 145 residents.

Residents benefit from close proximity to Innisfail, a regional town offering shopping, schools, medical services, and cultural heritage including its distinctive Art Deco streetscapes. The broader Cassowary Coast region is renowned for its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, Mission Beach, and the World Heritage-listed wet tropics rainforest. Sundown itself reflects the quiet, agricultural character of the hinterland fringe — ideal for those drawn to a peaceful tropical rural lifestyle within easy reach of Innisfail's services.

Sundown (Cassowary Coast - Qld) falls under postcode 4382 and is governed by the Southern Downs Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Southern Downs electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4382
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.85°, 151.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.99 km²
Population Density
24 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4382

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4382 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,640
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,178

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4382; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TransLink regional services — Innisfail / Cairns Approx. 5-10 min to Innisfail centre

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
88 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
60-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-65 min

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway; Innisfail town centre is 3 km south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Sundown is a rural locality without walkable commercial services; a car is needed to reach Innisfail for all daily needs.

🛒 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 Southern Downs Local Government Area, which contains Sundown (Cassowary Coast - Qld). Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
392.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.7 / 100k
2yr Up 48.0% 10yr Up 228.7%
Non-FV assault
863.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 138.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Up 86.6%
Steal from vehicle
243.4 / 100k
2yr Up 44.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Southern Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sundown (Cassowary Coast) known for? +

Sundown is a quiet rural locality on the Cassowary Coast, known for its tropical agricultural landscape dominated by sugar cane farming. It sits within one of Australia's most biodiverse regions, close to the wet tropics World Heritage rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.

How far is Sundown from Cairns? +

Sundown is approximately 88 kilometres south of Cairns, generally a 60–75 minute drive via the Bruce Highway.

Does Sundown have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Sundown. TransLink regional bus services connect the broader Innisfail area to Cairns, but a private vehicle is the most practical way to get around this rural locality.

What is the population of Sundown (Cassowary Coast)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sundown had a population of 145 people, reflecting its character as a small rural locality on the outskirts of Innisfail.

Is Sundown a good place to live? +

Sundown suits those seeking a peaceful tropical rural lifestyle with easy access to Innisfail's services and the natural attractions of the Cassowary Coast, including rainforest, reef, and Mission Beach.

What is the postcode for Sundown (Cassowary Coast)? +

The postcode for Sundown in the Cassowary Coast Region of Queensland is 4860. Note: some postal databases may list alternative postcode references for this locality.

Is Sundown a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sundown is part of the Southern Downs 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.

What is the population of Sundown? +

Sundown had a population of 145 at the 2021 Census.