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Webb

QLD 4860 • Queensland

393
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalRiversideAgricultural
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About Webb

Webb is a small rural locality in Queensland's Cassowary Coast Region, situated just 2.3 kilometres southeast of Innisfail and approximately 90 kilometres south-southeast of Cairns. Covering around 3.1 square kilometres, the locality is nestled in the lush tropical landscape of Far North Queensland, bounded by the North Johnstone River and the agricultural land surrounding Innisfail. With a population of 393, Webb is a quiet, low-density community in one of Australia's most productive sugar cane and tropical fruit growing regions.

Residents of Webb benefit from their proximity to Innisfail's town centre, which provides schools, supermarkets, healthcare, and the historic Art Deco streetscapes the town is renowned for. The broader Cassowary Coast Region is celebrated for its World Heritage-listed rainforest, the Atherton Tablelands, and easy access to the Coral Sea coastline. Webb suits those who appreciate a tropical rural lifestyle, close to Innisfail's community and within reach of Cairns' wider services via the Bruce Highway.

Webb falls under postcode 4860 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 Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4860
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.52°, 145.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.76 km²
Population Density
143 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4860

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4860, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,610
Median 2023–24
$48,574
▲ 22.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,435

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4860; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Innisfail Station (freight)
3 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • TransLink / Sunbus — Innisfail Town Centre / Cairns 5 min to Innisfail; approx. 2 hr to Cairns

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No regular passenger rail service from Webb or Innisfail
By Car (Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min – 1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides direct Cairns access; Innisfail town centre is under 5 min away

Walkability Car-Dependent

Close to Innisfail but mostly rural; most errands require a short drive into town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
393
▲ 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 Webb. 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 Webb known for? +

Webb is a quiet rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region, known for its proximity to Innisfail's famous Art Deco town centre and its position amid the tropical agricultural landscapes of Far North Queensland, including sugar cane and tropical fruit farms.

How far is Webb from Cairns? +

Webb is approximately 90 kilometres south-southeast of Cairns, typically a 55 minute to 1 hour 15 minute drive via the Bruce Highway depending on traffic.

Does Webb have public transport? +

Webb is close to Innisfail, which has TransLink bus connections to Cairns. However, there is no passenger rail service in the area, and a car is the most practical way to commute regionally.

What is the population of Webb? +

According to the 2021 Census, Webb has a population of 393 residents across approximately 3.1 square kilometres, reflecting its character as a compact but sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Webb a good place to live? +

Webb suits those seeking a tropical rural lifestyle in Far North Queensland, with the convenience of Innisfail's services just minutes away and the stunning natural environments of the Cassowary Coast — rainforests, rivers, and the Coral Sea — close at hand.

What is the postcode for Webb? +

The postcode for Webb, Queensland is 4860, shared with Innisfail and the surrounding Cassowary Coast localities.

Is Webb a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Webb 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.