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Yuruga

QLD 4850 • Queensland

64
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
108.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalTropical
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About Yuruga

Yuruga is a rural locality in North Queensland, situated approximately 30 kilometres south of Ingham in the Hinchinbrook Shire council area. Covering around 108 square kilometres, the locality is set in the productive coastal plains of the Herbert River valley, an area dominated by sugarcane farming that has shaped the character of the region since the late 19th century. With a population of around 64 residents, Yuruga is a quiet agricultural community within Queensland's premier sugar-producing zone.

The Herbert River valley produces a significant proportion of Queensland's raw sugar, and the surrounding landscape of green cane fields, tropical vegetation, and the nearby Wet Tropics rainforest is distinctive and scenic. Ingham, the nearest town, offers supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and community facilities, and is known as the birthplace of Australian singer-songwriter Jimmy Barnes. The broader Hinchinbrook area is also renowned for the Hinchinbrook Island National Park, one of Australia's most spectacular island wilderness destinations.

Yuruga falls under postcode 4850 and is governed by the Hinchinbrook Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4850
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hinchinbrook
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.55°, 146.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
108.48 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4850

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4850, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,617
Median 2023–24
$53,867
▲ 23.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,538

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4850; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ingham Station
30 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
115 km
By Train
Drive to Ingham Station, then Queensland Rail to Townsville (~1 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway (A1) connects Ingham to Townsville and Cairns

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Yuruga is a rural farming locality with no local services; a car is essential, with Ingham as the nearest town for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
64
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
553.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 29.5%
Motor vehicle theft
267.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 46.8%
Non-FV assault
2,052.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 378.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
214.1 / 100k
2yr Up 25.3% 10yr Down 38.2%
View all offence categories for Hinchinbrook →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yuruga known for? +

Yuruga is known for its location in the Herbert River valley's renowned sugarcane belt near Ingham, surrounded by tropical cane fields and the nearby Wet Tropics rainforest.

How far is Yuruga from Ingham? +

Yuruga is approximately 30 kilometres south of Ingham, a drive of around 25-30 minutes along the Bruce Highway.

Does Yuruga have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Yuruga. Ingham train station, approximately 30 kilometres north, provides Queensland Rail services on the North Queensland coast corridor.

What is the population of Yuruga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yuruga has a population of approximately 64 residents.

Is Yuruga a good place to live? +

Yuruga suits those engaged in the sugarcane industry or seeking a tropical rural lifestyle, with Ingham's services close by and the spectacular Hinchinbrook Island National Park nearby.

What is the postcode for Yuruga? +

The postcode for Yuruga, QLD is 4850.

Is Yuruga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Yuruga is part of the Hinchinbrook 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.