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Whyanbeel

QLD 4873 • Queensland

172
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
55.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalRemoteNature
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About Whyanbeel

Whyanbeel is a remote rural locality in the Shire of Douglas, Far North Queensland, situated approximately 15 kilometres north-north-west of Mossman and 92 kilometres north-west of Cairns. With a population of just 172 people recorded in the 2021 census, it is one of the smallest and most sparsely settled localities in tropical Queensland. The area spans over 55 square kilometres of undulating terrain ranging from coastal lowlands to ranges reaching over 300 metres in elevation.

Whyanbeel sits on the edge of the Daintree Rainforest region and is characterised by lush tropical vegetation, small hobby farms, and acreage properties. The nearby town of Mossman provides essential services including shops, schools, and medical facilities. The locality appeals to those seeking a quiet, off-the-grid lifestyle surrounded by World Heritage-listed rainforest, with Port Douglas' tourism amenities only about 35 kilometres to the south-east.

Whyanbeel falls under postcode 4873 and is governed by the Douglas Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Cook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4873
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Douglas
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Cook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.23°, 145.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
55.11 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4873

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4873, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,548
Median 2023–24
$48,500
▲ 19.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,422

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4873; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local services — Mossman ~20 min by car

Commute to Cairns

Distance
92 km
By Train
No train service
By Bus
No direct bus
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 5 min

🛣️ Car is essential. Mossman (15 km) is the nearest service centre.

Walkability Car Dependent

Highly car dependent with no public transport and limited pedestrian infrastructure.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
172
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
991.2 / 100k
2yr Down 32.4% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
232.8 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 100.7%
Non-FV assault
1,652 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 165.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
285.3 / 100k
2yr Up 30.7% 10yr Down 43.5%
View all offence categories for Douglas →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whyanbeel known for? +

Whyanbeel is known for its remote tropical setting within the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest region, one of the oldest tropical rainforests on Earth. The locality sits on the edge of this extraordinary ecological landscape in Far North Queensland.

How far is Whyanbeel from Mossman? +

Whyanbeel is located in the Shire of Douglas, in the broader Mossman-Daintree corridor of Far North Queensland. Mossman is the nearest town, situated approximately 75 kilometres north of Cairns.

Does Whyanbeel have public transport? +

Whyanbeel has no public transport. There is no rail or bus service. A private vehicle is essential for travel to Mossman, Port Douglas, or Cairns.

What is the population of Whyanbeel? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 172 residents in Whyanbeel, a small rural community surrounded by tropical rainforest vegetation in Far North Queensland.

Is Whyanbeel a good place to live? +

Whyanbeel suits those seeking a deeply immersive tropical rainforest lifestyle away from urban life. It attracts nature lovers, farmers, and those drawn to the extraordinary environment of the Daintree region, though services are very limited.

What is the postcode for Whyanbeel? +

The postcode for Whyanbeel, Queensland is 4873.

Is Whyanbeel a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Whyanbeel is part of the Douglas 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.