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Barnard

QLD 4702 • Queensland

32
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
668.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMining Town

About Barnard

Barnard is a large, sparsely populated rural locality in Central Queensland, located approximately 70 kilometres south of Rockhampton within the electorate of Flynn. Covering over 668 square kilometres, the locality recorded just 32 residents in the 2021 Census, reflecting its vast pastoral character dominated by beef cattle grazing. The landscape is typical of Queensland's central interior — wide open savannah grasslands, brigalow scrub, and dry creek systems.

Life in Barnard is centred on working the land, with residents operating large cattle and mixed farming enterprises in one of Queensland's most productive beef regions. Access to services requires travel to Rockhampton, which offers the nearest hospitals, schools, shopping, and transport connections. The locality appeals to those who embrace a self-sufficient pastoral lifestyle in Australia's rural heartland, far from urban pressures.

Barnard falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
668.75 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Rockhampton

Distance
70 km
By Train
No local service; Rockhampton is on the Spirit of Queensland / Tilt Train corridor (~70km)
By Car (Peak)
50-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min

🛣️ Car is essential; no public transport within the locality

Walkability Car Dependent

Entirely car-dependent pastoral locality with no walkable services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
32
▲ 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

Where is Barnard QLD located? +

Barnard is a rural locality in Central Queensland, roughly 70 kilometres south of Rockhampton, in the Rockhampton Regional Council area.

What is the population of Barnard QLD? +

The 2021 Census recorded 32 people living in Barnard, reflecting its remote pastoral character.

What activities are available near Barnard QLD? +

The nearest town for services is Rockhampton, which offers shopping, hospitals, schools, and the Capricorn Coast for beaches. The Carnarvon Gorge National Park is also within a few hours drive.