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Ward

QLD 4470 • Queensland

87
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3420.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackRemoteAgricultural
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About Ward

Ward is a remote rural locality in the Shire of Murweh in south-west Queensland, situated approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Charleville along the Diamantina Developmental Road. Covering an expansive 3,421 square kilometres of the Channel Country fringe, Ward had a population of 87 at the 2021 Census and is administered by the Murweh Shire Council. The locality is dominated by extensive cattle grazing on native pastures, with the Ward River flowing south through the area as a tributary of the Langlo River.

The nearest service centre is Charleville, the principal town of the Maranoa district and an important hub for outback Queensland, offering supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and cultural attractions including the Royal Flying Doctor Service visitor centre and the Cosmos Centre. Ward itself has no commercial facilities, and residents depend entirely on Charleville for daily needs. The locality exemplifies the vastness and solitude of Queensland's outback, appealing to station workers and those who embrace the quiet rhythms of remote pastoral life.

Ward falls under postcode 4470 and is governed by the Murweh Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4470
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murweh
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.69°, 146.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3420.74 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4470

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4470, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,199
Median 2023–24
$56,652
▲ 20.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,171

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4470; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Charleville Station
20 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
730 km
By Train
Spirit of the Outback train from Charleville (~20 km away) to Brisbane Roma Street — approx. 17 hr journey
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 7 hr 30 min - 8 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 7 hr - 7 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via Diamantina Developmental Road to Charleville, then Mitchell Highway east; Charleville Airport has limited regional flights

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Ward is a remote outback locality with no town centre or facilities; a vehicle is essential for all daily needs, with Charleville being the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
87
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
597.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 53.2%
Motor vehicle theft
174.2 / 100k
2yr Down 23.2% 10yr Up 664.1%
Non-FV assault
2,538.5 / 100k
2yr Up 15.7% 10yr Up 185.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
49.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
174.2 / 100k
2yr Down 23.2% 10yr Down 55.1%
View all offence categories for Murweh →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ward known for? +

Ward is known as a remote outback grazing locality in south-west Queensland, characterised by vast cattle stations and the open pastoral landscapes of the Murweh Shire. The Ward River, a tributary of the Langlo River, flows through the locality.

How far is Ward from Charleville? +

Ward is approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Charleville, the nearest town, making it around a 20 to 30 minute drive via the Diamantina Developmental Road.

Does Ward have public transport? +

Ward has no public transport or regular bus services. The nearest railway station is Charleville, approximately 20 kilometres away, served by the Queensland Rail Spirit of the Outback. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Ward? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ward had a population of 87 people spread across approximately 3,421 square kilometres, reflecting the extremely low population density of outback Queensland's pastoral stations.

Is Ward a good place to live? +

Ward suits people working in the pastoral industry or those seeking a deeply remote rural lifestyle. The nearest full range of services, including schools, hospitals, and supermarkets, is available in Charleville, approximately 20 kilometres away.

What is the postcode for Ward? +

The postcode for Ward, Queensland is 4470, shared with Charleville and surrounding localities.

Is Ward a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ward is part of the Murweh 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.