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Campaspe

QLD 4820 • Queensland

123
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
5774.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackRemoteAgricultural

About Campaspe

Campaspe is a vast outback locality in the Charters Towers Region of Queensland, situated approximately 43 kilometres west-south-west of Charters Towers and around 179 kilometres south-west of Townsville. Covering over 5,300 square kilometres — an area larger than many countries — it had a population of just 123 people at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as remote pastoral station country in the North Queensland interior. The local government area is the Charters Towers Region, and the locality falls within the federal electorate of Kennedy.

The landscape is dominated by broad open grasslands, scrub, and the dry tropical savanna typical of North Queensland's inland plains. The economy centres on cattle grazing and pastoral properties that sprawl across large land holdings. Residents depend almost entirely on Charters Towers for all services, including health, education, and retail; the town also provides a railway connection to Townsville and Brisbane. Life here is defined by the rhythms of the land, the wet and dry seasons, and the tight-knit community of those who call the outback home.

Campaspe falls under postcode 4820 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4820
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.43°, 146.28°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5774.97 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Charters Towers
43 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — Charters Towers or Townsville Approximately 40 min to Charters Towers by car; 2 hr 30 min to Townsville

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
179 km
By Train
No direct service to Campaspe; drive to Charters Towers (approx. 43km) for Queensland Rail Inlander services to Townsville
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Flinders Highway provides the main road link to Charters Towers and Townsville; extremely remote — self-sufficiency is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote outback locality with no local facilities; a car (or light aircraft for some properties) is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
123
▲ 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 Campaspe known for? +

Campaspe is known as a vast outback pastoral locality in North Queensland, characterised by cattle grazing stations spread across thousands of square kilometres of tropical savanna inland from Charters Towers.

How far is Campaspe from Townsville? +

Campaspe is approximately 179 kilometres south-west of Townsville, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Flinders Highway and Charters Towers.

Does Campaspe have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Campaspe. Residents need a private vehicle for all travel; the nearest town with services is Charters Towers (approx. 43km), which has Queensland Rail Inlander train connections to Townsville.

What is the population of Campaspe? +

According to the 2021 Census, Campaspe has a population of 123 residents spread across more than 5,300 square kilometres, making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland.

Is Campaspe a good place to live? +

Campaspe suits those who embrace a remote outback lifestyle, typically working in cattle or pastoral industries. It offers vast open landscapes and self-reliant living, but is far from urban conveniences and requires dependence on Charters Towers for all services.

What is the postcode for Campaspe? +

The postcode for Campaspe is 4820, which covers the Charters Towers Region and surrounding remote localities in North Queensland.