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Carruchan

QLD 4816 • Queensland

247
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
66.98 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutbackAgriculturalCar-Dependent

About Carruchan

Carruchan is a remote rural locality in Queensland's Townsville Region, situated approximately 55 to 60 kilometres south of Townsville city centre. Covering nearly 67 square kilometres, it is a sparsely populated area with around 247 residents and just 88 dwellings, reflecting the low-density, working-land character typical of Queensland's dry tropical interior. The locality has a median household income aligned with regional Queensland averages, with most residents engaged in pastoral and agricultural activities.

Life in Carruchan is defined by the vast open landscapes of north Queensland's inland, with cattle grazing and rural industries forming the backbone of the community. Townsville provides the nearest access to a full range of urban services — hospitals, shopping centres, schools, and an international airport. For those seeking the tranquillity of outback Queensland while remaining within an hour of a major regional city, Carruchan offers an authentic rural lifestyle amid wide plains and tropical skies.

Carruchan falls under postcode 4816 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4816
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.79°, 146.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
66.98 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Townsville Approx. 50–60 min by car

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
58 km
By Train
No direct train service from Carruchan
By Car (Peak)
55–70 min to Townsville CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
50–60 min to Townsville CBD

🛣️ Car is essential; Bruce Highway provides main north-south access through the region.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Townsville

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
247
▲ 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 Carruchan known for? +

Carruchan is a quiet outback locality known for its pastoral farming character and the wide open tropical landscapes of north Queensland's interior, situated in the hinterland south of Townsville.

How far is Carruchan from Townsville? +

Carruchan is approximately 55 to 60 kilometres south of Townsville CBD, making it roughly a 50 to 60 minute drive under normal conditions.

Does Carruchan have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Carruchan. A private vehicle is essential for all travel, with residents relying on Townsville for services, shopping, and healthcare.

What is the population of Carruchan? +

Carruchan had a population of 247 according to the 2021 Census, spread across approximately 67 square kilometres of north Queensland rural land with 88 dwellings.

Is Carruchan a good place to live? +

Carruchan suits those drawn to a remote rural lifestyle in tropical Queensland, offering wide-open spaces and peace and quiet, while remaining within an hour's drive of Townsville's full urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Carruchan? +

The postcode for Carruchan is 4816, a large postcode that covers rural areas south and west of Townsville in north Queensland.