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Belcong

QLD 4723 • Queensland

38
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
391.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMining TownAffordable

About Belcong

Belcong is a remote rural locality in Queensland's Central Highlands region, located approximately 17 kilometres east of Capella and 68 kilometres north of Emerald. Covering an expansive area of around 392 square kilometres, it sits in the heart of central Queensland's coal and cattle country, approximately 952 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. The locality is sparsely populated and characterised by open eucalypt woodland, dry-tropical savanna, and the broad pastoral and mining landscapes of the Bowen Basin.

Belcong's economy and identity are closely tied to the surrounding mining and grazing industries that define central Queensland's interior. Residents rely heavily on the nearby township of Capella for everyday services, while the regional hub of Emerald provides hospitals, larger retail, and secondary schools. The area appeals to those who value wide-open spaces, an authentic outback lifestyle, and close proximity to one of Australia's most productive mining regions.

Belcong falls under postcode 4723 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gregory electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4723
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Gregory
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.03°, 148.20°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
391.96 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
952 km
By Train
No local train service; nearest Queensland Rail stop is at Emerald (~68km south) on the Central Western Line
By Car (Peak)
10-11 hours to Brisbane via Capricorn Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
9-10 hours

🛣️ Car essential; nearest regional hub is Emerald; fly from Emerald Airport for long-distance travel

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very remote rural locality; no footpaths or public transport; vehicle required for all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
38
▲ 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 Belcong in Queensland? +

Belcong is a remote rural locality in Queensland's Central Highlands, about 17 kilometres east of Capella and 68 kilometres north of Emerald, covering around 392 square kilometres.

What LGA is Belcong in? +

Belcong is part of the Central Highlands Regional Council local government area.

What industries dominate around Belcong? +

The area around Belcong is dominated by cattle grazing and coal mining, typical of the Central Highlands and Bowen Basin region of central Queensland.