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Albinia

QLD 4722 • Queensland

165
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1068.02 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutbackAgricultural

About Albinia

Albinia is a remote rural locality in the Central Highlands Region of Queensland, covering an expansive 1,068 square kilometres of central Queensland outback and ranges, approximately 714 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. Located within the Central Highlands Regional Council area, the locality is home to around 165 residents and lies approximately 21.5 kilometres north-west of Rolleston and 118 kilometres south-south-east of Emerald. The western part of the locality is mountainous, featuring individual peaks including Mount Hope at 596 metres and Mount Kelman at 470 metres, giving the area a rugged, dramatic landscape.

Albinia is deeply pastoral in character, with cattle grazing dominating the vast landholdings across its hilly terrain. The nearest services are in Rolleston, a small agricultural service town to the south-east, while Emerald — the largest centre in the Central Highlands — provides hospitals, schools, shopping, and transport connections for residents of the region. The locality has experienced notable population growth, increasing by 47% between 2016 and 2021, reflecting the ongoing appeal of the Central Highlands for those working in agriculture and resource industries.

Albinia falls under postcode 4722 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gregory electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4722
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Gregory
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.51°, 147.42°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1068.02 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Rolleston (21.5 km) / Emerald (118 km) 20-25 min to Rolleston; 1.5-2 hr to Emerald

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
714 km
By Train
No local rail; drive to Emerald (118 km) for rail connections; Brisbane rail journey approx. 9-10 hours
By Car (Peak)
7 hr 30 min - 8 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 hr - 7 hr 30 min

🛣️ Extremely car-dependent; Capricorn Highway links Emerald to Rockhampton; Rolleston is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Albinia is a vast remote rural locality with no local services; a car or four-wheel drive is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
165
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Albinia known for? +

Albinia is known for its remote outback setting in the Central Highlands of Queensland, characterised by extensive cattle grazing properties and mountainous terrain including Mount Hope (596 m) and Mount Kelman (470 m).

How far is Albinia from Brisbane? +

Albinia is approximately 714 kilometres north-west of Brisbane by road, about a 7.5 to 8.5 hour drive via the Capricorn Highway through Rockhampton and Emerald.

Does Albinia have public transport? +

Albinia has no public transport. The nearest rail access is at Emerald, approximately 118 kilometres to the north on the Central Western line, and a car is essential for all travel within and around the locality.

What is the population of Albinia? +

According to the 2021 Census, Albinia has a population of 165 residents across 1,068 square kilometres, giving it one of the lowest population densities in Queensland. The locality grew by approximately 47% between 2016 and 2021.

Is Albinia a good place to live? +

Albinia suits those working in pastoral or resource industries in the Central Highlands, offering vast open spaces and spectacular outback landscapes. The remoteness requires significant self-sufficiency, with the nearest services at Rolleston and the nearest major centre at Emerald.

What is the postcode for Albinia? +

The postcode for Albinia, QLD is 4722, which it shares with other localities in the Central Highlands region around Rolleston and Springsure.