🔍

Wondecla

QLD 4887 • Queensland

661
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
66.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAgricultural
Advertisement

About Wondecla

Wondecla is a rural locality in Queensland's Tablelands Region, situated approximately 10 km south-southeast of Herberton and 104 km southwest of Cairns, at elevation in the Atherton Tablelands. The locality covers 66.5 square kilometres and had a population of 661 in the 2021 Census. Set in the cool, elevated country of the Atherton Tablelands, Wondecla enjoys a distinct climate compared to the coastal tropics below, with misty mornings and lush farming country.

Wondecla is a quiet community embedded in the productive agricultural lands of the Atherton Tablelands, known for dairy farming, maize, and tropical produce cultivation. The Kennedy Highway forms part of the locality's boundary, providing access to nearby Herberton and Atherton. Residents appreciate the cooler highland climate, scenic countryside, and proximity to the rainforest and natural attractions of the Tablelands. Herberton provides most local services and schooling for families in the area.

Wondecla falls under postcode 4887 and is governed by the Tablelands 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
4887
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tablelands
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.38°, 145.39°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
66.44 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4887

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4887 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,921
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,016

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4887; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Tablelands bus services — Herberton / Atherton 15–30 min

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
104 km
By Train
N/A
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hrs

🛣️ Via Kennedy Highway and Gillies Highway; no rail access to Wondecla

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with limited footpaths; car required for most errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
661
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,556.7 / 100k
2yr Up 40.5% 10yr Up 168.9%
Motor vehicle theft
414.2 / 100k
2yr Up 68.5% 10yr Up 154.7%
Non-FV assault
1,156.9 / 100k
2yr Down 12.2% 10yr Up 180.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
35.7 / 100k
2yr Up 62.2% 10yr Up 200.1%
Steal from vehicle
346.3 / 100k
2yr Up 38.8% 10yr Up 30.4%
View all offence categories for Tablelands →

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

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Wondecla in Queensland? +

Wondecla is a rural locality in the Tablelands Region of Queensland, approximately 10 km south-southeast of Herberton and 104 km southwest of Cairns in the Atherton Tablelands.

What is the population of Wondecla? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wondecla had a population of 661 people.

What is the climate like in Wondecla? +

Wondecla sits at elevation on the Atherton Tablelands, giving it a cooler and wetter climate than coastal North Queensland. Expect mild to warm summers, cool winters, and regular rainfall.

What are the nearest towns to Wondecla? +

Herberton (10 km north) is the nearest town, providing schools, shops, and essential services. Atherton (about 29 km north) offers a broader range of retail and services.

Is Wondecla a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wondecla is part of the Tablelands 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.