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Drinan

QLD 4671 • Queensland

135
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
23.46 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Drinan

Drinan is a small rural locality in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, situated approximately 40 kilometres west-south-west of Bundaberg city and around 9 kilometres south-east of Gin Gin. With a population of just 135 people recorded in the 2021 Census, it covers 23.5 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural and pastoral land. The locality lies close to the Bruce Highway corridor, and is named after early pastoralist M. Drina who settled the area. It falls within the federal electorate of Hinkler and the state electorate of Callide.

Life in Drinan revolves around farming and wide-open rural landscapes, typical of the Bundaberg hinterland. The surrounding region is known for sugarcane, macadamias, and cattle grazing, and residents enjoy a quiet country lifestyle with tight-knit community ties. Everyday services are accessed in nearby Gin Gin or in Bundaberg, which offers a full range of shopping, healthcare, and schooling. The area is attractive to those seeking affordable rural acreage within reach of a regional centre.

Drinan falls under postcode 4671 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.08°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.46 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Bundaberg CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
No train service to Drinan; Bundaberg station is the nearest rail hub
By Car (Peak)
40-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Car essential; accessed via Bruce Highway and local rural roads

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural locality with no public transport or footpaths; vehicle required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
135
▲ 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 Drinan QLD located? +

Drinan is a rural locality in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, situated approximately 40 kilometres west-south-west of Bundaberg and around 9 kilometres south-east of Gin Gin, close to the Bruce Highway.

What is the population of Drinan QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Drinan has a population of 135 people.

What LGA is Drinan in? +

Drinan is located within the Bundaberg Regional Council local government area.

Is public transport available in Drinan? +

No, Drinan has no public transport services. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Gin Gin and Bundaberg being the nearest service centres.