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Woolooga

QLD 4570 • Queensland

310
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
249.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricQuiet
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About Woolooga

Woolooga is a rural town and locality in the Gympie Region of Queensland, located approximately 46 kilometres north-west of Gympie and around 211 kilometres north of Brisbane. Established in 1910, the town covers a large area of over 250 square kilometres and recorded a population of 310 in the 2021 Census. Governed by Gympie Regional Council, Woolooga sits within a broad agricultural landscape characterised by low population density and working farmland.

The main street of Woolooga retains a classic small-town character, featuring a general store, hotel, and community hall as the social anchors of local life. The surrounding land is predominantly used for cattle grazing and mixed farming, and the community has deep roots in the agricultural traditions of south-east Queensland. The nearest services and schools are located in Gympie and Kilkivan, making a private vehicle an essential part of daily life for Woolooga residents.

Woolooga 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
249.77 km²
Population Density
1 /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

Bus Services

  • No regular services — No scheduled public bus routes N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
211 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 30 min–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 15 min–2 hrs 45 min

🛣️ Access via Woolooga Road and Gympie Valley Way; Gympie is the nearest service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Limited local amenities in the town centre; a car is needed for most errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
310
▲ 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 Woolooga. 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 Woolooga known for? +

Woolooga is known for its classic rural character and heritage as an early Queensland agricultural settlement, established in 1910. The town's main street, with its general store, hotel, and community hall, reflects the self-sufficient farming community that has shaped the area for over a century.

How far is Woolooga from Brisbane? +

Woolooga is approximately 211 kilometres north of Brisbane, making it roughly a 2.5-hour drive via the Bruce Highway and Gympie Valley Way.

Does Woolooga have public transport? +

There are no regular public bus or train services to Woolooga. A private vehicle is essential for accessing schools, shops, and services in nearby Gympie and Kilkivan.

What is the population of Woolooga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woolooga had a population of 310 people across the locality, spread over 250 square kilometres — one of the larger but most sparsely populated localities in the Gympie Region.

Is Woolooga a good place to live? +

Woolooga is well-suited to those who value wide open spaces, a tight-knit rural community, and a quiet lifestyle. It appeals to farming families and those seeking an affordable rural property in south-east Queensland, though urban amenities require a drive to Gympie.

What is the postcode for Woolooga? +

The postcode for Woolooga is 4570, shared with Gympie and several surrounding localities in the Gympie Region of Queensland.

Is Woolooga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woolooga 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.