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Tully Heads

QLD 4854 • Queensland

354
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
5.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideRuralRemoteQuiet
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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 Cassowary Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4854
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
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
Population Density
60 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4854

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4854, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,100
Median 2023–24
$48,918
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,266

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4854; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 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)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
714 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
201.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 11.2%
Non-FV assault
1,528.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 160.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
22.7 / 100k
2yr Up 240.4% 10yr Up 33.1%
Steal from vehicle
214.2 / 100k
2yr Down 16.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Cassowary Coast →

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

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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.

Is Tully Heads a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tully Heads is part of the Cassowary Coast 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.