Koongal

QLD 4701 • Rest of QLD

4,252
Population (2021)
$37,232
Median Income
3.60 km²
Area
$260/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyEstablishedSuburbanAffordable

About Koongal

Koongal is an established residential suburb of Rockhampton in Central Queensland, located approximately 3 kilometres north of the Rockhampton CBD. The suburb covers around 3.6 square kilometres and had a population of approximately 4,252 residents at the 2021 Census. Koongal is positioned north of the Fitzroy River and forms part of Rockhampton's broader northern residential corridor. The area features a mix of older Queenslander-style homes alongside more contemporary dwellings, with 8 parks covering nearly 17% of the suburb's total area.

Koongal is a family-friendly suburb well-served by local schools, parks, and neighbourhood shops, with easy access to Rockhampton's retail and commercial precincts. The suburb is popular with families and workers employed in the mining, agriculture, and services sectors that underpin Rockhampton's economy. Residents appreciate the quiet streets, established greenery, and proximity to Rockhampton's sporting facilities, the Tropic of Capricorn landmark, and the nearby Capricorn Coast beaches.

Koongal falls under postcode 4701 and is governed by Rockhampton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4701
Urban Area
Rockhampton
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.37°, 150.55°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
3.60 km²
Elevation
19m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Sunbus Rockhampton — Rockhampton CBD and North Rockhampton 10–15 min

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
3 km
By Train
Rockhampton Railway Station is approximately 4 km away (Spirit of Queensland to Brisbane)
By Bus
Local Sunbus services; ~10–15 min
By Car (Peak)
~8–12 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~6–10 min

🛣️ Well connected to Rockhampton CBD. Brisbane is approximately 640 km south by road or accessible by train/air.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local parks and some amenities within walking distance; a car is generally needed for major shopping and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$260
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7.7%

116 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,286
Census 2021
4,252
0.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,408
Income 2021
$37,232
18.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,403
Born Overseas 537

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 99
  • 2. Philippines 74
  • 3. Vietnam 71
  • 4. New Zealand 48
  • 5. England 40
  • 6. Myanmar 30
  • 7. Brazil 18
  • 8. Sri Lanka 18
  • 9. India 15
  • 10. Thailand 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,645
English 1,584
Australian Aboriginal 439
Irish 415
Scottish 347
German 226
Chinese 154
Filipino 93
Vietnamese 62
Italian 56

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,972
Both parents born in Australia
610
Both parents born overseas
348
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.0%
No Religion
41.6%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
1.2%
Hinduism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
262 (6.2%)
5-14 years
617 (14.5%)
15-19 years
282 (6.6%)
20-24 years
272 (6.4%)
25-34 years
664 (15.6%)
35-44 years
576 (13.5%)
45-54 years
488 (11.5%)
55-64 years
475 (11.2%)
65-74 years
348 (8.2%)
75-84 years
192 (4.5%)
85+ years
71 (1.7%)

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