What is Wigton known for?

Wigton is a sparsely populated rural locality in QLD, primarily recognised as a geographic area.

How far is Wigton from Brisbane CBD?

Wigton is approximately 216 kilometres from Brisbane CBD, typically a 1.5+ hours drive outside peak hours.

Does Wigton have public transport?

Public transport in Wigton is very limited. There is no rail service and bus options are minimal. A private vehicle is recommended.

What is the population of Wigton?

According to the 2021 Census, Wigton has a population of approximately 5 residents.

Is Wigton a good place to live?

Wigton is suited to those seeking a quiet, remote rural setting with minimal infrastructure.

What is the postcode for Wigton?

The postcode for Wigton, QLD is 4612.

Wigton

QLD 4612 • Queensland

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

389.27 km²

Area

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Median Rent

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About Wigton

Wigton is a small rural locality in Queensland, located 216 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD in the region. With a population of just 5 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, it is one of the smaller communities in the district. The locality covers approximately 389.3 square kilometres.

The community has a quiet rural character with limited local services, and residents typically travel to the nearest regional town for shopping and daily needs. The surrounding landscape reflects the character of the broader area. A private vehicle is essential for daily life.

Wigton falls under postcode 4612 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State

Queensland

Postcode

4612

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Flynn

State Electorate

Nanango

Type

Locality

Timezone

Brisbane (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-26.00°, 151.59°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

389.27 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

Limited or none — Nearest regional town Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance

216 km

By Train

No rail service available

By Car (Peak)

2+ hours

By Car (Off-Peak)

1.5+ hours

🛣️ Located 216 km from Brisbane CBD

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

This is a rural or semi-rural locality where virtually all errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

N/A

Personal Income 2021

N/A

▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021