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Wilkesdale

QLD 4608 • Queensland

101
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
63.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietRemote
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About Wilkesdale

Wilkesdale is a small rural locality in the South Burnett Region of Queensland, situated approximately 183 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. With a population of just 101 residents across 63.5 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled pastoral area with a strong agricultural heritage centred on cattle grazing and dryland cropping. The locality falls within the federal electorate of Maranoa and the state electorate of Nanango, reflecting its firmly rural character.

The Chinchilla Wondai Road (State Route 82) passes through Wilkesdale, connecting it to the nearby towns of Wondai and Proston for essential services and shopping. Named after early settler William Richard Wilkes who established a pastoral holding here around 1909, the locality retains its quiet, agricultural identity. The nearest hospital is at Kingaroy, roughly 37 kilometres away, and residents rely on South Burnett regional centres for schools, healthcare, and community facilities.

Wilkesdale falls under postcode 4608 and is governed by the South Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4608
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Burnett
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.35°, 151.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
63.48 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4608

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4608 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,927
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,973

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4608; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Kingaroy / Wondai 30-45 min to Kingaroy

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
183 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2-2.5 hours

🛣️ Access via Chinchilla Wondai Road (State Route 82) to Burnett Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services; all errands require driving to nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
101
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,039.6 / 100k
2yr Down 10.4% 10yr Up 78.5%
Motor vehicle theft
477.2 / 100k
2yr Up 12.8% 10yr Up 320.8%
Non-FV assault
985.6 / 100k
2yr Down 13.8% 10yr Up 133.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
17 / 100k
2yr Down 46.9% 10yr Up 456.0%
Steal from vehicle
383.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 86.7%
View all offence categories for South Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wilkesdale known for? +

Wilkesdale is a quiet pastoral locality in Queensland's South Burnett Region, known for its cattle grazing and dryland cropping heritage. The locality was named after early settler William Richard Wilkes who arrived around 1909.

How far is Wilkesdale from Brisbane? +

Wilkesdale is approximately 183 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, roughly a two-and-a-half-hour drive via the Brisbane Valley Highway and Burnett Highway.

Does Wilkesdale have public transport? +

Wilkesdale has no direct public transport services. Residents rely on private vehicles to reach nearby towns such as Wondai and Proston, with limited regional coach services operating through the broader South Burnett area.

What is the population of Wilkesdale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wilkesdale has a population of 101 residents spread across 63.5 square kilometres, making it one of the smaller localities in the South Burnett Region.

Is Wilkesdale a good place to live? +

Wilkesdale suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with open pastoral land and a close-knit community. It is best suited to people comfortable with country living, as essential services are accessed in nearby towns like Wondai, Proston, and Kingaroy.

What is the postcode for Wilkesdale? +

The postcode for Wilkesdale, Queensland is 4608.

Is Wilkesdale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wilkesdale is part of the South Burnett 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.