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Cape Gloucester

QLD 4800 • Mackay - Isaac - Whitsunday

85
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
229.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRemoteRuralWhitsundaysBeachside

About Cape Gloucester

Cape Gloucester is a coastal rural locality in the Whitsunday Regional Council area of north Queensland, situated approximately 40 kilometres north of Proserpine and around 40 minutes north of Airlie Beach. The locality covers approximately 229 square kilometres of headland, coastal scrub, and bushland fringing the Gloucester Passage, with portions of Dryander National Park in the east and south. With a 2021 Census population of 85 residents, Cape Gloucester is one of the more remote coastal localities on the Whitsunday mainland, characterised by a dramatic natural setting overlooking the passage and the Whitsunday Islands beyond.

The locality is best known for the Cape Gloucester Resort, a beachfront accommodation and dining venue set on 150 acres of private grounds on the shores of Edgecumbe Bay at Hydeaway Bay. Outside the resort, the predominant land use is cattle grazing on native vegetation with rural residential blocks dotted along the coastline. The natural environment is exceptional, with access to the Whitsunday Island chain, whale watching (humpback whales migrate through the passage between June and September), fishing, snorkelling, and boating. Proserpine to the south serves as the main service town for the district, while Airlie Beach provides tourist-focused shops and services.

Cape Gloucester falls under postcode 4800 and is governed by Whitsunday Regional Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4800
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Whitsunday Regional Council
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.47°, 148.52°
Statistical Area
Mackay - Isaac - Whitsunday
Area
229.11 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Proserpine
40 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
945 km
By Train
Drive to Proserpine station (40 km); Queensland Rail Spirit of Queensland/Tilt Train to Brisbane (approx 17 hours)
By Car (Peak)
Approx 9.5-10 hours to Brisbane CBD via Bruce Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 9 hours to Brisbane CBD via Bruce Highway

🛣️ Car is essential locally; Proserpine Airport (Whitsunday Coast Airport) is 40 km south with flights to Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote coastal locality with minimal services; all daily needs require a drive to Airlie Beach or Proserpine

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
85
▲ 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 Cape Gloucester known for? +

Cape Gloucester is best known for the Cape Gloucester Resort, a beachfront accommodation and dining venue at Hydeaway Bay overlooking the Gloucester Passage and Whitsunday Islands. The locality is also noted for its proximity to Dryander National Park, whale watching between June and September, and access to world-class fishing, snorkelling, and boating in the Whitsundays.

How far is Cape Gloucester from Airlie Beach? +

Cape Gloucester is approximately 40 minutes north of Airlie Beach by car and about 40 kilometres north of Proserpine. The drive takes you along coastal roads through the Whitsunday hinterland.

Does Cape Gloucester have public transport? +

There is no local public transport serving Cape Gloucester. The nearest train station is Proserpine, approximately 40 kilometres south, on the Queensland Rail north coast line. A private car, yacht, seaplane, or helicopter are the practical ways to access the locality.

What is the population of Cape Gloucester? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cape Gloucester had a population of 85 residents across approximately 229 square kilometres. The locality is very sparsely settled, with most residents on rural residential blocks along the coastline or involved in cattle grazing.

Is Cape Gloucester a good place to live? +

Cape Gloucester offers an extraordinary natural lifestyle for those who love the ocean, with direct access to the Whitsunday Island chain, national park bushland, and some of north Queensland's most beautiful coastal scenery. It is best suited to retirees, nature lovers, and those seeking a remote coastal escape, as everyday services require a drive to Airlie Beach or Proserpine.

What is the postcode for Cape Gloucester? +

The postcode for Cape Gloucester is 4800, shared with Proserpine, Airlie Beach, and other localities in the Whitsunday Regional Council area of north Queensland.