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Wilsons Pocket

QLD 4570 • Queensland

191
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
17.93 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralHinterlandQuietAgricultural
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About Wilsons Pocket

Wilsons Pocket is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 20 kilometres east of Gympie in the hinterland between the coast and the Cooloola region. The locality shares the 4570 postcode with Gympie and was named after Albert Henry Wilson, one of the earliest landholders in the area in the mid-1800s. With a 2021 Census population of 191 people spread across nearly 18 square kilometres, Wilsons Pocket is a quiet, sparsely settled rural area characterised by acreage properties, farms, and the natural beauty of the Queensland hinterland.

The area is known locally as part of the Goomboorian district and attracts buyers seeking large landholdings and a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within reach of Gympie's services. Surrounding countryside supports horticultural and grazing activities, and properties in the area often feature significant acreage with creek frontages and bushland. Residents typically rely on private transport for daily needs, with Gympie providing the nearest schools, shops, medical services, and rail connections to Brisbane.

Wilsons Pocket falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the Gympie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
17.93 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4570

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4570, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,494
Median 2023–24
$48,143
▲ 25.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,221

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4570; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gympie North Station
22 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gympie 30-40 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
175 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Gympie North then ~2h train to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
2h 15min - 2h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h - 2h 15min

🛣️ Gympie is the nearest service town at ~20km. Bruce Highway access via Gympie.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no footpaths or local shops — a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
191
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
565 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.2%
Motor vehicle theft
340.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 116.8%
Non-FV assault
646.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 47.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.5 / 100k
2yr Down 56.6% 10yr Up 328.2%
Steal from vehicle
406.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 74.9%
View all offence categories for Gympie →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wilsons Pocket known for? +

Wilsons Pocket is known as a quiet rural hinterland locality in the Gympie Region, popular with buyers seeking large acreage properties and a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle. The area is part of the historically agricultural Goomboorian district east of Gympie.

How far is Wilsons Pocket from Brisbane? +

Wilsons Pocket is approximately 175 kilometres north of Brisbane, making it around a 2-hour 15-minute to 2-hour 45-minute drive depending on traffic via the Bruce Highway through Gympie.

Does Wilsons Pocket have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Wilsons Pocket directly. The nearest rail service is at Gympie North Station, approximately 22 kilometres away, providing train connections to Brisbane. A car is essential for living in Wilsons Pocket.

What is the population of Wilsons Pocket? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wilsons Pocket had a population of 191 people, spread across approximately 18 square kilometres of rural land east of Gympie in south-east Queensland.

Is Wilsons Pocket a good place to live? +

Wilsons Pocket suits those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with acreage properties and natural surroundings, while remaining within a reasonable drive of Gympie's services. It is best suited to people comfortable with rural living and reliance on private transport.

What is the postcode for Wilsons Pocket? +

The postcode for Wilsons Pocket is 4570, which it shares with the nearby regional centre of Gympie in south-east Queensland.

Is Wilsons Pocket a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wilsons Pocket is part of the Gympie 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.