Goodwood
QLD 4660 • Queensland
About Goodwood
Goodwood is a rural locality in the Wide Bay–Burnett region of Queensland, situated in the Fraser Coast local government area, approximately 30 kilometres north-east of Maryborough. With a population of around 155 residents spread across a large area of approximately 76 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled agricultural and rural residential community. The locality lies inland from the coast near Woodgate, surrounded by farming land and bushland typical of the Wide Bay region.
Life in Goodwood is defined by a quiet, rural pace with wide acreage properties and a strong connection to the land. Residents are primarily farmers and rural lifestyle seekers who value space, privacy and natural surroundings. The nearby town of Maryborough provides the full range of services including hospitals, schools, shopping and rail connections, while Woodgate Beach is a short drive away for coastal recreation. The area suits those seeking an escape from suburban life in the Wide Bay–Burnett region.
Goodwood falls under postcode 4660 and is governed by the Bundaberg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.
Location
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Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Maryborough is the closest major service hub (~30 km). Hervey Bay is approximately 50 km to the north-east.
Extremely car-dependent. No walkable amenities within the locality; all services require driving to Maryborough or Woodgate.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Mungomery Street
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3 Ridgway Street
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44 Churchill Street
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Cemetery Road
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1802 Goodwood Road
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Bundaberg Local Government Area, which contains Goodwood. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.