🔍

The Palms

QLD 4570 • Rest of QLD

1,083
Population (2021)
$71,708
Median Household Income
16.93 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralPeacefulAffordableHinterland
Advertisement

About The Palms

The Palms is a semi-rural locality in the Gympie Regional Council area of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 170 kilometres north of Brisbane and around 40 kilometres inland from the Sunshine Coast. With a population of 1,083 spread across nearly 17 square kilometres, the area has a notably older demographic — a median age of 46 — and below-average household incomes, with a median personal income of 90 per week suggesting a lifestyle-focused, semi-retired community. The locality sits at around 60 metres elevation in the rolling hinterland countryside west of Gympie.

The Palms attracts residents seeking a tree-change or relaxed hinterland lifestyle within reach of Gympie's services and the Sunshine Coast's beaches. The community has a strong rural and semi-rural character, with properties ranging from hobby farms to acreage residential blocks surrounded by bushland and farmland. Gympie township, approximately 10–15 kilometres from the locality's centre, provides schools, retail, healthcare, and the broader services residents need, while the Bruce Highway offers access to Brisbane and the coast.

The Palms falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the Gympie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wide Bay, while state elections fall under the Gympie electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
Cooloola
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Wide Bay
State Electorate
Gympie
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.19°, 152.58°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
16.93 km²
Population Density
64 /km²
Elevation
60m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4570

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4570, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,494
Median 2023–24
$48,143
▲ 25.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,221

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4570; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

Census personal income 2016 vs 2021

Personal Income 2016
$25,532
Personal Income 2021
$30,680
▲ 20.2% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$30,680 / yr
$590/wk
Household
$71,708 / yr
$1379/wk
Family
$79,352 / yr
$1526/wk
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
46 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gympie North
12 km
N/A — requires car

Bus Services

  • Limited Translink/regional services — Gympie Approx. 15–20 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
Train from Gympie North to Brisbane Roma Street (approx. 2.5–3 hr); drive to station required
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway (A1) provides main access south to Brisbane and north to Townsville/Cairns.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A semi-rural locality where a car is essential for all daily errands, with no walkable retail or service precinct on-site.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,010
Census 2021
1,083
▲ 7.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
565 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.2%
Motor vehicle theft
340.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 116.8%
Non-FV assault
646.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 47.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.5 / 100k
2yr Down 56.6% 10yr Up 328.2%
Steal from vehicle
406.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 74.9%
View all offence categories for Gympie →

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 878
Born Overseas 150

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 42
  • 2. New Zealand 30
  • 3. South Africa 15
  • 4. Germany 7
  • 5. Netherlands 7
  • 6. Cambodia 6
  • 7. Ireland 6
  • 8. Chile 4
  • 9. Mauritius 4
  • 10. Philippines 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 483
Australian 459
Irish 131
German 101
Scottish 101
Australian Aboriginal 41
Italian 32
Dutch 30
Filipino 17
Chinese 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace

725
Both parents born in Australia
177
Both parents born overseas
135
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.6%
Christianity
41.3%
Buddhism
1.1%

📣 Ad

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
66 (6.1%)
5-14 years
136 (12.6%)
15-19 years
56 (5.2%)
20-24 years
34 (3.1%)
25-34 years
120 (11.1%)
35-44 years
120 (11.1%)
45-54 years
138 (12.7%)
55-64 years
201 (18.6%)
65-74 years
143 (13.2%)
75-84 years
61 (5.6%)
85+ years
16 (1.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Palms QLD known for? +

The Palms is known for its semi-rural, hinterland character near Gympie, attracting lifestyle seekers, hobby farmers, and those pursuing a quiet tree-change within reach of the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane.

How far is The Palms from Gympie? +

The Palms is approximately 10–15 kilometres from Gympie township, where most services and shopping are located, typically a 15–20 minute drive.

Does The Palms have public transport? +

Public transport in The Palms is very limited. The nearest train station is Gympie North, around 12 kilometres away, with services on the North Coast Line to Brisbane. A car is essential for daily life in this rural locality.

What is the population of The Palms QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, The Palms has a population of 1,083 residents across an area of about 17 square kilometres. The median age of 46 reflects a community skewed toward established families and semi-retirees.

Is The Palms QLD a good place to live? +

The Palms suits those who value a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle at an affordable price point within reach of Gympie's services and the Sunshine Coast. It appeals particularly to those seeking space, natural surroundings, and a quieter pace of life.

What is the postcode for The Palms QLD? +

The postcode for The Palms, Queensland is 4570.

What is the average income in The Palms? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in The Palms is about $590 per week (around $30,700 per year). The median household income is $1,379 per week and the median family income is $1,526 per week.

What is the age profile of The Palms? +

The median age in The Palms is 46. The largest age group is 55–64 (201 residents, around 19%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is The Palms a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. The Palms is part of the Gympie 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 The Palms? +

The Palms had a population of 1,083 at the 2021 Census, up 7.2% from 1,010 in 2016.

How much is rent in The Palms? +

In The Palms, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,300 (2021 Census).