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Eton

QLD 4741 • Queensland

728
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
97.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSugarcane

About Eton

Eton is a small rural town in Queensland's Mackay Region, located approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Mackay City. The locality covers a diverse landscape of nearly 98 square kilometres, spanning flat sugarcane country in the north through to hilly grazing land and forested mountain terrain in the south, including parts of the Ben Mohr and Spencer Gap State Forests. At the 2021 Census, Eton had a population of 728, reflecting its character as a quiet agricultural service community for the surrounding cane and cattle properties.

Sugarcane is the dominant land use around the township, and the seasonal rhythm of the crushing period — typically June to November — shapes much of the local economic activity. The town's proximity to Mackay, a regional centre with hospitals, major shopping, schools, and employment, means residents enjoy access to full urban services while living in a distinctly rural setting. The surrounding state forests and tropical hinterland provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, and Eton's relaxed, community-focused atmosphere makes it appealing to those who appreciate the quieter pace of inland Queensland life.

Eton falls under postcode 4741 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4741
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.81°, 149.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
97.79 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited Mackay Transit Coaches rural services — Mackay 30-40 min

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
No rail service to Eton; Mackay station services the regional city
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Access via Peak Downs Highway; sugarcane haulage traffic during crushing season

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Eton is a small rural town; a car is essential for all shopping, services, and commuting

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
728
▲ 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 Eton known for? +

Eton is known as a small sugarcane farming community in Queensland's Mackay Region. The surrounding flat land is dominated by cane plantations, while the southern part of the locality rises to forested mountain country within the Ben Mohr and Spencer Gap State Forests.

How far is Eton from Mackay? +

Eton is approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Mackay City, roughly a 30 to 40 minute drive via the Peak Downs Highway.

Does Eton have public transport? +

Public transport options in Eton are very limited. There is no train service to Eton; the nearest major station is in Mackay. Limited rural bus services are available, but a private vehicle is the most practical way to travel to and from the town.

What is the population of Eton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Eton had a population of 728 residents. It is a small rural locality within the Mackay Regional Council area in central Queensland.

Is Eton a good place to live? +

Eton suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by tropical Queensland farming country. Its proximity to Mackay means access to full urban services is within easy reach, while the town itself offers a relaxed, community-oriented atmosphere.

What is the postcode for Eton? +

The postcode for Eton, Queensland is 4741, shared with Mackay and surrounding localities in the Mackay Region.