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Glenorchy

QLD 4650 • Queensland

84
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
12.16 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural

About Glenorchy

Glenorchy is a small rural locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, situated along the Bruce Highway approximately 25 kilometres south of Maryborough. The locality covers around 12 square kilometres and is characterised by irrigated sugarcane cropping and grazing on native vegetation, with the Mary River forming part of its south-western boundary. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 84 residents, reflecting Glenorchy's character as a quiet farming district rather than an urban settlement.

The Bruce Highway traverses the locality, linking residents north to Maryborough and south towards Gympie and the Sunshine Coast. For everyday needs including schools, shopping, and health services, residents travel to Maryborough, which offers a full range of facilities including the Maryborough Base Hospital and Fraser Coast shopping precincts. Glenorchy itself has no local shops or schools, with the nearest primary school being Parke State School in neighbouring Tinana South; the rural landscape and proximity to the Mary River give the area a peaceful, semi-rural character.

Glenorchy falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.64°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.16 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Maryborough Approx. 20-25 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
265 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Maryborough West (~25 km)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs - 3 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 45 min - 3 hrs

🛣️ Bruce Highway (A1) is the main route south to Brisbane; Maryborough is the nearest service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural farming locality with no local amenities; a car is required for all daily needs, with Maryborough the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
84
▲ 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 Glenorchy known for? +

Glenorchy is a quiet farming locality known for irrigated sugarcane cropping and cattle grazing on native vegetation. The Bruce Highway passes through the locality, and the Mary River forms part of its south-western boundary.

How far is Glenorchy from Maryborough? +

Glenorchy is approximately 25 kilometres south of Maryborough, around a 20–25 minute drive via the Bruce Highway.

Does Glenorchy have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport service in Glenorchy itself. Residents rely on private vehicles for transport, with Maryborough being the nearest town offering bus connections and the Maryborough West train station.

What is the population of Glenorchy? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glenorchy has a population of 84 residents. There was no recorded population in the 2016 Census, suggesting the current count reflects a small, stable rural community.

Is Glenorchy a good place to live? +

Glenorchy appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle within reasonable reach of the regional city of Maryborough. With no local shops or schools, it is best suited to those who are self-sufficient and comfortable with car-dependent living.

What is the postcode for Glenorchy? +

The postcode for Glenorchy is 4650, which it shares with Maryborough and several surrounding localities in the Fraser Coast Region.