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Lower Tully

QLD 4854 • Queensland

88
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
40.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalQuiet

About Lower Tully

Lower Tully is a rural locality in Queensland's Cassowary Coast Region, situated approximately 10 kilometres south-east of Tully in Far North Queensland. Covering around 40.5 square kilometres, the locality straddles rich agricultural land between the Tully River to the south — which enters the Coral Sea at Tully Heads — and the Hull River to the north, which borders Hull River National Park. With a 2021 census population of 88 residents, Lower Tully is a small and close-knit community characterised by its sugarcane farming heritage and tropical landscape.

Sugarcane is the dominant land use across the central and southern parts of Lower Tully, with a historic cane tramway connecting farms to the Tully Sugar Mill in Tully. The northern portion of the locality is bordered by Hull River National Park, offering access to mangrove habitats and coastal wetlands. Lower Tully State School (Prep to Year 6) on Collins Road has served the community since 1932, providing local primary education. For secondary schooling, shopping, and broader services, residents travel to Tully, which offers supermarkets, medical facilities, and strong community infrastructure. A car is essential for daily life in this tropical rural locality.

Lower Tully falls under postcode 4854 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • School bus services — Tully (school routes) approx. 15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
1380 km
By Train
No direct passenger train service from locality
By Car (Peak)
14 hr – 15 hr (via Bruce Highway)
By Car (Off-Peak)
13 hr – 14 hr

🛣️ Tully is the nearest regional centre; Cairns is approx. 160 km north for broader services and airport access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential for all daily errands; no local retail or service facilities exist in the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
88
▲ 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 Lower Tully known for? +

Lower Tully is known for its sugarcane farming, with farms connected to the Tully Sugar Mill via a historic cane tramway. The locality also borders Hull River National Park to the north and is flanked by the Tully River, contributing to a lush, tropical natural environment.

How far is Lower Tully from Tully? +

Lower Tully is approximately 10 kilometres south-east of Tully, making it around a 15 minute drive to Tully town centre for shops, schools, and services.

Does Lower Tully have public transport? +

Lower Tully has no regular public transport. School bus services operate for students travelling to schools in Tully, but there is no passenger rail or regular bus service for general travel. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Lower Tully? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lower Tully has a population of 88 residents across approximately 31 dwellings, reflecting its character as a small agricultural locality in Far North Queensland.

Is Lower Tully a good place to live? +

Lower Tully offers a quiet tropical lifestyle for those who enjoy sugarcane country and natural surrounds including the Tully River and nearby national park. The community is small and rural with Tully providing essential services, making it best suited to farming families and those who prefer a self-sufficient rural way of life.

What is the postcode for Lower Tully? +

The postcode for Lower Tully, Queensland is 4854.