Bajool

QLD 4699 • Queensland

447
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
588.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutbackAgricultural

About Bajool

Bajool is a small rural town and locality in the Rockhampton Region, Queensland, located approximately 36 kilometres south-south-east of Rockhampton's city centre. With a population of 447 residents spread across an expansive 588 square kilometres, the locality has an extremely low population density of less than one person per square kilometre, reflecting its predominantly pastoral and agricultural character. Bajool falls within the Rockhampton Regional Council area and sits in the broad inland hinterland between Rockhampton and the Coral Sea coast.

The Bajool Hotel stands as the community's social anchor in this remote rural setting, with neighbouring localities including Port Alma, Marmor, and Midgee. Residents rely on Rockhampton for the full range of services — shopping, healthcare, education, and employment — accessible via a drive of roughly 35–45 minutes. Bajool is well suited to those who value the solitude and wide-open space of remote Central Queensland, with a genuine outback character and a closely connected rural community.

Bajool falls under postcode 4699 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4699
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.66°, 150.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
588.41 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Rockhampton N/A

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
36 km
By Train
No direct train service from Bajool
By Car (Peak)
35-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ A car is the only practical means of transport; Rockhampton is the nearest major centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bajool is a remote rural locality where virtually all errands require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
447
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 Bajool known for? +

Bajool is known as a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Rockhampton Region, centred around the historic Bajool Hotel. The area is characterised by broad pastoral and agricultural properties typical of Central Queensland's inland hinterland.

How far is Bajool from Rockhampton? +

Bajool is approximately 36 kilometres south-south-east of Rockhampton, a drive of around 35–45 minutes depending on road conditions.

Does Bajool have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Bajool. The area has no rail connection, and a private vehicle is the only practical means of getting around.

What is the population of Bajool? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bajool has a population of 447 residents across approximately 588 square kilometres, giving it a very low population density of less than one person per square kilometre.

Is Bajool a good place to live? +

Bajool offers a genuinely remote rural lifestyle for those who value open space, solitude, and a tight-knit community. It is best suited to people comfortable with car-dependent living and relying on Rockhampton for most services and amenities.

What is the postcode for Bajool? +

The postcode for Bajool, QLD is 4699.