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Woodbury

QLD 4703 • Queensland

514
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
110.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalAffordable
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About Woodbury

Woodbury is a rural locality on Queensland's Capricorn Coast, situated in the Livingstone Shire approximately 20 kilometres north of Yeppoon and near the edge of Byfield National Park. Covering more than 110 square kilometres of coastal hinterland, it had a population of 514 at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by a mix of lifestyle properties, small farms, and native bushland close to the pristine environments of the Byfield region.

Residents of Woodbury enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty, with Byfield National Park and the Shoalwater Bay area within easy reach for bushwalking, four-wheel driving, and wildlife watching. The nearby Capricorn Coast town of Yeppoon provides schools, shopping, restaurants, and access to the beaches of Keppel Bay. The locality suits those seeking space and tranquillity while remaining within commuting distance of Yeppoon and Rockhampton.

Woodbury falls under postcode 4703 and is governed by the Livingstone Shire Council Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Capricornia, while state elections fall under the Keppel electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4703
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Livingstone Shire Council
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Keppel
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.07°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
110.40 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4703

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4703, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,828
Median 2023–24
$62,517
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,273

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4703; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional bus services — Yeppoon / Rockhampton 30-50 min

Commute to Yeppoon

Distance
20 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Private vehicle essential; Rockhampton CBD is approximately 55 km by road

Walkability Car-Dependent

Sparse rural locality; all daily needs require a vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
514
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.3 / 100k
2yr Down 48.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
152.9 / 100k
2yr Down 53.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Non-FV assault
942.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.4% 10yr Up 197.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.2% 10yr Up 406.0%
Steal from vehicle
241.9 / 100k
2yr Down 20.2% 10yr Down 32.8%
View all offence categories for Livingstone Shire Council →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Woodbury QLD located? +

Woodbury is a rural locality on Queensland's Capricorn Coast, approximately 20 kilometres north of Yeppoon and adjacent to Byfield National Park, within Livingstone Shire.

What is the population of Woodbury QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woodbury has a population of 514 people.

Is Woodbury QLD near the beach? +

Woodbury is close to the Capricorn Coast and Byfield's coastal areas, though it is primarily a hinterland locality. The beaches of Yeppoon and Keppel Bay are about 20 kilometres south.

What is public transport like in Woodbury QLD? +

Public transport is very limited in Woodbury. Regional bus services connect to Yeppoon and Rockhampton, but a private vehicle is essential for daily life.

Is Woodbury a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woodbury is part of the Livingstone Shire Council 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.

What is the population of Woodbury? +

Woodbury had a population of 514 at the 2021 Census.