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Thangool

QLD 4716 • Queensland

685
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
698.25 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordableOutback
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About Thangool

Thangool is a rural town and locality in Queensland's Shire of Banana, situated approximately 13 kilometres south-east of Biloela and around 133 kilometres south-west of Gladstone in central Queensland. Established in 1925, Thangool covers a very large area of 698 square kilometres at an elevation of 192 metres, reflecting the broad agricultural character of the Banana Shire region. With a population of 685 residents, the town is a small but established community in a district dominated by cattle grazing and the energy and mining industries of the Callide Valley.

Thangool's local identity is closely tied to the Callide Valley's agricultural and energy production industries, with the broader region known for cattle grazing, cotton farming, and the Callide coal mines and power stations located near Biloela. The town maintains a quiet rural character with a hotel, local services, and community facilities, while residents rely on Biloela for the full range of shopping, healthcare, and schooling. The warm central Queensland climate, affordable lifestyle, and wide open spaces appeal to those connected to the region's agricultural or resources sectors, and the Hotel Thangool remains a community gathering point in the town.

Thangool falls under postcode 4716 and is governed by the Banana Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4716
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Banana
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.48°, 150.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
698.25 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4716

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4716 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,679
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,643

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4716; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Biloela / Rockhampton 15 min to Biloela; ~2 hrs to Rockhampton

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
549 km
By Train
No direct rail; Rockhampton (~155 km north) has limited Queensland Rail services to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
5 hrs 30 min to Brisbane CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hrs to Brisbane CBD

🛣️ Biloela is the main regional centre; Gladstone (~133 km) is the nearest city with airport and port access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small rural town where a car is essential for nearly all daily needs; basic services are available locally but most shopping is done in Biloela

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
685
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
460.8 / 100k
2yr Down 46.3% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
210.7 / 100k
2yr Down 21.4% 10yr Up 241.0%
Non-FV assault
1,000.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 255.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
197.5 / 100k
2yr Down 57.3% 10yr Up 43.9%
View all offence categories for Banana →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thangool known for? +

Thangool is a quiet rural town in the Callide Valley, close to the Callide coal mines and power stations near Biloela. The area is dominated by cattle grazing and crop farming, and the Hotel Thangool has been a community landmark since the town's establishment in 1925.

How far is Thangool from Biloela? +

Thangool is approximately 13 kilometres south-east of Biloela, the nearest regional centre, making it a short 15-minute drive for shopping, schools, healthcare, and services.

Does Thangool have public transport? +

Thangool has very limited public transport. There is no rail service to the town, and residents largely rely on private vehicles. Limited regional coach connections are available via Biloela towards Rockhampton, approximately 155 kilometres to the north.

What is the population of Thangool? +

According to the 2021 Census, Thangool has a population of 685 people across a very large locality of nearly 700 square kilometres. The low population density of under 1 person per square kilometre reflects the extensive grazing and agricultural land use of the Banana Shire.

Is Thangool a good place to live? +

Thangool suits those employed in the agricultural, mining, or energy sectors of the Callide Valley who value a quiet rural lifestyle and affordable living. The strong community feel and wide open spaces are appealing, though residents must be comfortable with limited local services and relying on Biloela for most needs.

What is the postcode for Thangool? +

The postcode for Thangool is 4716, in Queensland.

Is Thangool a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Thangool is part of the Banana 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.