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Sunnyside

QLD 4416 • Queensland

127
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
44.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalQuiet
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About Sunnyside

Sunnyside is a rural locality in south-west Queensland, situated in the Maranoa region of the state's western pastoral zone within the state electorate of Warrego. With a 2021 Census population of 127 residents spread across 44.6 square kilometres, it is a sparsely populated, expansive rural community surrounded by Queensland's open pastoral and agricultural landscape. The low population density and large land area reflect the grazing and dryland farming character typical of this part of western Queensland.

The landscape around Sunnyside is characterised by open grazing country and dryland farming operations, typical of south-west Queensland's pastoral heartland. Services and facilities are limited within the locality itself, with the nearest regional towns providing access to essential supplies, schools, and health care. Sunnyside appeals to those with a strong connection to rural life, drawn to the wide open spaces, quiet farming community, and the slower pace of Queensland's pastoral west.

Sunnyside falls under postcode 4416 and is governed by the Mackay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4416
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.00°, 149.80°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
44.60 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4416

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4416 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$59,718
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,058

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4416; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
520 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Not applicable — remote rural locality
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5–6 hrs to Brisbane by road

🛣️ Car is essential. Access via regional roads; nearest significant town is Roma approx. 130 km west.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this remote rural locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
127
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
694.6 / 100k
2yr Down 16.1% 10yr Down 34.3%
Motor vehicle theft
316.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 42.1%
Non-FV assault
1,256 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 128.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.2 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Up 110.6%
Steal from vehicle
716.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mackay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sunnyside known for? +

Sunnyside is a quiet rural locality in south-west Queensland's pastoral zone, known for open grazing land and dryland farming typical of the Maranoa and Warrego regions.

How far is Sunnyside from Brisbane? +

Sunnyside is approximately 520 kilometres west of Brisbane, roughly a 5–6 hour drive via the Warrego Highway. It is a remote rural locality well outside South East Queensland.

Does Sunnyside have public transport? +

Sunnyside has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus service to this remote rural locality; a car is essential for all travel and daily errands.

What is the population of Sunnyside? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sunnyside has a population of 127 residents across 44.6 square kilometres, reflecting the very low density typical of Queensland's remote pastoral properties.

Is Sunnyside a good place to live? +

Sunnyside suits those who value a remote rural lifestyle with plenty of open space and a close connection to the land. Residents rely on nearby regional towns for services, and the area is best suited to people involved in or connected to pastoral and farming industries.

What is the postcode for Sunnyside? +

The postcode for Sunnyside (QLD) is 4416.

Is Sunnyside a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sunnyside is part of the Mackay 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.