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Kamerunga

QLD 4870 • Queensland

962
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
4.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
BushlandSemi-RuralRiversideFamily-FriendlyLeafy

About Kamerunga

Kamerunga is a semi-rural town and suburb of Cairns in the Cairns Region, Queensland, situated approximately 13 kilometres north-west of Cairns CBD along the Barron River corridor. Established in 1980 and covering around 4.3 square kilometres, the suburb recorded a population of 962 in the 2021 Census. With a postcode median income of around $47,000, Kamerunga is broadly in line with the wider Cairns region and sits adjacent to the lush rainforest terrain of Barron Gorge National Park to the north-west.

The suburb's tropical setting near the Barron River and Barron Gorge National Park gives it a distinctive bushland lifestyle character, popular with nature lovers and families seeking space in Cairns' northern corridor. Neighbouring localities including Caravonica, Freshwater, and Redlynch provide growing retail, café, and schooling amenities as part of Cairns' expanding northern suburbs. Kamerunga's quiet atmosphere, leafy surrounds, and river access appeal to those wanting a relaxed, semi-rural lifestyle within reasonable commuting distance of Cairns city.

Kamerunga falls under postcode 4870 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mulgrave electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4870
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Mulgrave
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.92°, 145.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.30 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Cairns Transit Route 7A, 7B — Cairns City (Cairns Central) 30-40 min

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
13 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Cairns Central approx. 13 km away
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Access via Kamerunga Road and Captain Cook Highway; car recommended

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kamerunga has very limited local retail; residents rely on cars to access shops and services in Freshwater, Redlynch, or Cairns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
962
▲ 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 Kamerunga known for? +

Kamerunga is known for its tropical, semi-rural character and proximity to Barron Gorge National Park and the Barron River. It sits on the edge of Cairns' northern residential corridor, offering a bushland lifestyle close to the city.

How far is Kamerunga from Cairns CBD? +

Kamerunga is approximately 13 kilometres north-west of Cairns CBD, typically a 15–30 minute drive depending on traffic via Kamerunga Road and the Captain Cook Highway.

Does Kamerunga have public transport? +

Kamerunga is served by Cairns Transit bus routes connecting it to Cairns City. There is no suburban rail service; buses and private vehicles are the main transport options.

What is the population of Kamerunga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kamerunga has a population of 962 residents across its 4.3 square kilometre area, reflecting its semi-rural residential density.

Is Kamerunga a good place to live? +

Kamerunga suits those who value a tropical, bushland lifestyle with river and national park access while remaining within commuting distance of Cairns. It appeals particularly to families and nature enthusiasts, though residents need a car for most daily needs.

What is the postcode for Kamerunga? +

The postcode for Kamerunga, Queensland is 4870.