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Bamboo Creek

QLD 4860 • Queensland

88
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
12.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural

About Bamboo Creek

Bamboo Creek is a small rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Far North Queensland, situated in the South Johnstone River catchment south-west of Innisfail and within approximately 12 kilometres of Innisfail town centre. The locality covers around 13 square kilometres and had a 2021 Census population of 88 residents. Land use is agricultural in character, with the majority of the area devoted to sugarcane cultivation and some grazing on native vegetation, typical of the broader Cassowary Coast agricultural belt.

Bamboo Creek takes its name from the twin-branched watercourse that forms its boundaries, a tributary of the South Johnstone River. Sugarcane is the dominant crop, grown particularly in the northern and eastern parts of the locality, and harvested cane is transported via the regional tramway network to the South Johnstone Sugar Mill. Residents rely on Innisfail for schools, shopping, medical services, and broader community facilities, with the town's well-known Art Deco architecture, tropical markets, and Cassowary Coast amenities all within easy reach.

Bamboo Creek falls under postcode 4860 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4860
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.52°, 145.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.84 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Trans North Bus & Coach (limited regional services) — Innisfail / Cairns Approx. 15 min to Innisfail

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No regular passenger train service; nearest Cairns connection via Bruce Highway by road
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min - 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway (A1) via Innisfail is the main route north to Cairns; Innisfail is the local service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services within the locality; a car is needed for all daily errands with Innisfail being the nearest service town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
88
▲ 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 Bamboo Creek known for? +

Bamboo Creek is known as a small sugarcane farming locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Far North Queensland. The locality takes its name from the twin-branched creek that forms its boundaries, a tributary of the South Johnstone River, and the area's agricultural character is shaped by sugarcane cultivation and the regional mill at South Johnstone.

How far is Bamboo Creek from Cairns? +

Bamboo Creek is approximately 90 kilometres south of Cairns via the Bruce Highway, making it roughly a 1 to 1.5 hour drive. The nearest service town is Innisfail, approximately 12 kilometres to the north-east.

Does Bamboo Creek have public transport? +

Public transport in Bamboo Creek is very limited. Regional bus services through Trans North Bus & Coach connect the broader Innisfail area to Cairns, but a private vehicle is the practical means of transport for most residents.

What is the population of Bamboo Creek? +

Bamboo Creek had a population of 88 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across approximately 25 dwellings. It is a small, quiet rural community within the Cassowary Coast Region.

Is Bamboo Creek a good place to live? +

Bamboo Creek suits those connected to the sugarcane industry or seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in tropical Far North Queensland. Innisfail is nearby for everyday services, and the scenic Cassowary Coast landscape offers a peaceful, agricultural setting.

What is the postcode for Bamboo Creek? +

The postcode for Bamboo Creek, QLD is 4860, shared with Innisfail and surrounding localities in the Cassowary Coast Region.