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Tully Heads

QLD 4854 • Queensland

354
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
5.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideRuralRemoteQuiet

About Tully Heads

Tully Heads is a small coastal locality in Queensland's Cassowary Coast Region, situated approximately 159 kilometres south of Cairns and 20 kilometres south-east of the town of Tully. The locality covers a compact 5.9 square kilometres along the shores of the Coral Sea, offering a laid-back tropical beach lifestyle typical of Far North Queensland's quieter coastal communities. With a population of 354 according to the 2021 Census, Tully Heads remains a tight-knit, low-key settlement popular with fishing enthusiasts and those seeking an escape from busier urban centres.

The locality is known for its relaxed beachside atmosphere, with fishing, swimming, and water activities forming the backbone of local recreation. Residents rely on the nearby town of Tully — approximately 20 kilometres to the north-west — for everyday services including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities. Tully Heads appeals to those drawn to a simple, tropical coastal lifestyle, with the rainforest hinterland, wetlands, and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park all within easy reach.

Tully Heads falls under postcode 4854 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4854
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hinchinbrook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.02°, 145.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.91 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Tully township Approx. 25-30 min

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
159 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min - 2 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Accessed via the Bruce Highway (A1); very remote tropical coastal locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable retail or services; a car is essential for daily needs in this remote coastal locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
354
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tully Heads known for? +

Tully Heads is known for its quiet tropical beach lifestyle on the Cassowary Coast of Far North Queensland, popular with recreational fishers and those seeking a peaceful coastal escape. It lies near the Coral Sea with the lush rainforest hinterland and Great Barrier Reef Marine Park within easy reach.

How far is Tully Heads from Cairns? +

Tully Heads is approximately 159 kilometres south of Cairns, making it roughly a 1 hour 50 minute to 2 hour drive via the Bruce Highway (A1).

Does Tully Heads have public transport? +

Tully Heads has very limited public transport. There is no rail service; the nearest railway is in Cairns, about 159 km away. Some regional bus connections exist to the town of Tully, but a car is essential for daily life in this remote coastal locality.

What is the population of Tully Heads? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tully Heads has a population of 354 residents, making it a very small coastal community within the Cassowary Coast Region of Queensland.

Is Tully Heads a good place to live? +

Tully Heads suits those who genuinely embrace a remote tropical beach lifestyle — it offers natural beauty, fishing, and tranquillity, but residents must be comfortable travelling 20 kilometres to Tully for everyday services and much further to Cairns for major amenities.

What is the postcode for Tully Heads? +

The postcode for Tully Heads is 4854, shared with several other localities along the Cassowary Coast in Far North Queensland.