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Feluga

QLD 4854 • Queensland

306
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalHinterland

About Feluga

Feluga is a small rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Far North Queensland, nestled in a lush valley approximately 15 minutes south of Tully and 30 minutes south of Innisfail. The area sits within the hinterland of the Cassowary Coast and falls under the jurisdiction of Cassowary Coast Regional Council. With a 2021 Census population of 306 across just 92 dwellings in a compact area of 6 square kilometres, Feluga is an intimate farming community with median household income reflective of its agricultural base.

Feluga's landscape is shaped by the region's exceptional rainfall — among the highest in Australia — which supports a strong tradition of sugar cane and banana farming that has defined the district since the early twentieth century. The locality sits close to Mission Beach and the Cassowary Coast's renowned natural attractions, including world heritage tropical rainforest and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef. Feluga appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by tropical scenery, with most services accessed in the nearby township of Tully.

Feluga falls under postcode 4854 and is governed by the Cassowary Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4854
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hinchinbrook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.02°, 145.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.01 km²
Population Density
51 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Tully / Innisfail Approx. 15–30 min by car

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
155 km
By Train
No direct passenger train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Access via the Bruce Highway; Tully is the nearest service town; Innisfail 30 min north

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Feluga is a dispersed rural farming locality with no walkable services; a car is required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Cassowary Coast Local Government Area, which contains Feluga. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
714 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
201.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 11.2%
Non-FV assault
1,528.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 160.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
22.7 / 100k
2yr Up 240.4% 10yr Up 33.1%
Steal from vehicle
214.2 / 100k
2yr Down 16.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Cassowary Coast →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
306
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Feluga known for? +

Feluga is known for its rich agricultural heritage in sugar cane and banana farming, set within a high-rainfall tropical valley on Queensland's Cassowary Coast, close to the World Heritage tropical rainforest and Mission Beach.

How far is Feluga from Cairns? +

Feluga is approximately 155 kilometres south of Cairns, typically a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour drive via the Bruce Highway.

Does Feluga have public transport? +

Public transport in Feluga is very limited. There is no passenger rail service, and residents primarily rely on private vehicles to access services in the nearby town of Tully, approximately 15 minutes' drive away.

What is the population of Feluga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Feluga has a population of 306 people across approximately 92 dwellings in a compact rural area of about 6 square kilometres.

Is Feluga a good place to live? +

Feluga offers a peaceful tropical rural lifestyle surrounded by the stunning scenery of Far North Queensland, appealing to farmers and those seeking seclusion near world-class natural attractions; it is best suited to those comfortable with limited local amenities and reliance on nearby Tully.

What is the postcode for Feluga? +

The postcode for Feluga, Queensland is 4854.

Is Feluga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Feluga is part of the Cassowary Coast LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.