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Tirroan

QLD 4671 • Queensland

150
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableQuiet
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About Tirroan

Tirroan is a rural town and locality in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, located approximately 3.9 kilometres west-south-west of Gin Gin and 52.6 kilometres west-south-west of Bundaberg. The locality covers 14.5 square kilometres and takes its name from one of the region's earliest British pastoral properties, established in the 19th century. With a 2021 Census population of 150 residents and a median income of around 1,000, Tirroan is a quiet agricultural community in the Wide Bay-Burnett region.

Tirroan is characterised by open farmlands, rural properties, and the unhurried pace of country life that defines the Bundaberg hinterland. The nearby township of Gin Gin provides essential services including a school, shops, and fuel, while Bundaberg — with its major supermarkets, hospital, and employment — is under an hour's drive. The area suits those seeking affordable rural living within reach of a regional centre, surrounded by the broad agricultural landscape of the Burnett region.

Tirroan falls under postcode 4671 and is governed by the Bundaberg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bundaberg
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.08°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.75 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4671

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4671, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$31,294
Median 2023–24
$38,251
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,509

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4671; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Bundaberg CBD

Distance
53 km
By Train
No direct train service from Tirroan; Bundaberg station (53km) connects to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
Approx 50-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 45-55 min

🛣️ Burnett Highway runs nearby; Gin Gin is the closest service point at 4km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

All daily errands require a car; Gin Gin (4km) provides basic services and Bundaberg (53km) for major shopping

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
150
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
490 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
238.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 120.4%
Non-FV assault
670.3 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Up 64.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.2% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
364.3 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Up 14.8%
View all offence categories for Bundaberg →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tirroan known for? +

Tirroan is a small pastoral locality in the Bundaberg hinterland, known for its agricultural character and quiet rural lifestyle. The name comes from one of the earliest British pastoral properties established in the region in the 19th century.

How far is Tirroan from Bundaberg? +

Tirroan is approximately 52.6 kilometres west-south-west of Bundaberg, making it around a 50 to 60 minute drive via the Burnett Highway. The town of Gin Gin is just 3.9 kilometres away for day-to-day needs.

Does Tirroan have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport servicing Tirroan. A car is essential; Gin Gin has basic amenities, and Bundaberg provides full regional services.

What is the population of Tirroan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tirroan has a population of approximately 150 residents, typical of a small agricultural locality in the Wide Bay-Burnett region.

Is Tirroan a good place to live? +

Tirroan suits those drawn to affordable rural living in Queensland's Wide Bay-Burnett region, with open countryside, a small community, and access to regional services in nearby Gin Gin and Bundaberg.

What is the postcode for Tirroan? +

The postcode for Tirroan is 4671, shared with Bundaberg and several surrounding localities.

Is Tirroan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tirroan is part of the Bundaberg 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.