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Tumoulin

QLD 4888 • Queensland

135
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
48.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandQuietCar-Dependent
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About Tumoulin

Tumoulin is a small rural town and locality in the Tablelands Region of Far North Queensland, located approximately 117 kilometres south-west of Cairns and around 5.8 kilometres north-west of Ravenshoe. Covering 48.1 square kilometres on the Atherton Tablelands, the locality had a population of 135 residents at the 2021 Census. Its elevated tableland setting gives it a cooler climate compared to the tropical coast, with the surrounding landscape shaped by agricultural land and native vegetation typical of the wet tropics hinterland.

Tumoulin sits within a quiet, rural part of the Tablelands Region, with the nearby town of Ravenshoe providing the closest access to schools, shops, and basic services. Ravenshoe is notable as the highest town in Queensland and serves as a gateway to the southern Atherton Tablelands. The area attracts those who appreciate the cool, green highland environment, farming lifestyle, and the natural beauty of the tablelands, with the broader Cairns region accessible for larger retail and medical needs.

Tumoulin falls under postcode 4888 and is governed by the Tablelands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4888
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tablelands
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.50°, 145.49°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
48.05 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4888

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4888, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,319
Median 2023–24
$40,973
▲ 12.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$52,708

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4888; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Ravenshoe / Cairns Variable

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
117 km
By Train
No direct train service to Cairns
By Car (Peak)
100-130 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
90-110 min

🛣️ Via Palmerston Highway or Kennedy Highway through the Atherton Tablelands; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Ravenshoe the closest service town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
135
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,556.7 / 100k
2yr Up 40.5% 10yr Up 168.9%
Motor vehicle theft
414.2 / 100k
2yr Up 68.5% 10yr Up 154.7%
Non-FV assault
1,156.9 / 100k
2yr Down 12.2% 10yr Up 180.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
35.7 / 100k
2yr Up 62.2% 10yr Up 200.1%
Steal from vehicle
346.3 / 100k
2yr Up 38.8% 10yr Up 30.4%
View all offence categories for Tablelands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tumoulin known for? +

Tumoulin is known as a quiet rural locality on the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland, valued for its cool highland climate, green agricultural surroundings, and proximity to the town of Ravenshoe.

How far is Tumoulin from Cairns CBD? +

Tumoulin is approximately 117 kilometres south-west of Cairns CBD, typically a 90–130 minute drive via the Atherton Tablelands road network.

Does Tumoulin have public transport? +

Tumoulin has no scheduled rail service. Limited regional coach connections link the area to Ravenshoe and Cairns, but a private vehicle is the practical way to get around.

What is the population of Tumoulin? +

According to the 2021 Census, the locality of Tumoulin has a population of approximately 135 residents, reflecting its character as a small, rural tableland community.

Is Tumoulin a good place to live? +

Tumoulin suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Atherton Tablelands, with a cooler climate and open natural surroundings. Residents will need to travel to Ravenshoe or Atherton for most services and amenities.

What is the postcode for Tumoulin? +

The postcode for Tumoulin is 4888.

Is Tumoulin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tumoulin is part of the Tablelands 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.