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Calico Creek

QLD 4570 • Queensland

185
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
16.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPeacefulCoastal Proximity

About Calico Creek

Calico Creek is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of South-East Queensland, situated approximately 15 kilometres south of Gympie and around 135 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality covers approximately 16.8 square kilometres and had a population of 185 as of the 2021 Census. Located within the Gympie Regional Council area, Calico Creek is part of a broader patchwork of rural acreage and semi-rural lifestyles characteristic of the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

Residents of Calico Creek enjoy a semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to the services of Gympie to the north and the Sunshine Coast — including Noosa, approximately 40 minutes away — to the south. The area is popular for acreage properties and small hobby farms, offering a quiet escape from coastal tourism towns while remaining connected to Gympie's shops, schools, and medical facilities via the Bruce Highway corridor. Calico Creek suits those seeking a relaxed, land-based lifestyle within reach of South-East Queensland's coast.

Calico Creek falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.84 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gympie North
18 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Gympie 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
135 km
By Train
Drive to Gympie North station (~18 km), then Sunshine Coast Line to Brisbane (~2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hours (via Bruce Highway)
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours

🛣️ Bruce Highway is the main route south; Sunshine Coast Airport (~50 km) serves Noosa/Maroochydore area

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; a car is required for all daily errands and services in Gympie

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
185
▲ 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 Calico Creek known for? +

Calico Creek is known for its quiet rural character and acreage lifestyle in the Gympie Region, offering a peaceful semi-rural setting within easy reach of both Gympie and the Sunshine Coast.

How far is Calico Creek from Gympie? +

Calico Creek is approximately 15 kilometres south of Gympie, a short 20 to 30 minute drive via local roads and the Bruce Highway.

Does Calico Creek have public transport? +

Public transport in Calico Creek is very limited. The nearest Queensland Rail station is Gympie North, about 18 kilometres away, with services south to Brisbane. A car is essential for most trips.

What is the population of Calico Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Calico Creek has a population of 185 residents across approximately 16.8 square kilometres within the Gympie Regional Council area.

Is Calico Creek a good place to live? +

Calico Creek is well-suited to those seeking an acreage lifestyle close to South-East Queensland's coast. It offers rural tranquillity with reasonable access to Gympie's services and Noosa's beaches.

What is the postcode for Calico Creek? +

The postcode for Calico Creek, QLD is 4570.