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Lowesby

QLD 4702 • Queensland

21
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
379.39 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Lowesby

Lowesby is a small rural locality in Queensland's Central Highlands Region, situated near the town of Emerald in the heart of central Queensland. It is an agricultural area covering semi-arid grassland and cropping land typical of the Capricorn hinterland. With a population of around 20 residents, Lowesby is one of the more remote and lightly settled localities in the region. It falls under the Central Highlands Regional Council and is part of the broader Emerald postcode area.

The lifestyle in Lowesby revolves around farming, cattle grazing, and the rhythms of rural central Queensland. The nearby town of Emerald — the regional centre of the Central Highlands — provides all essential services including schools, hospitals, supermarkets, and a small airport with flights to Brisbane. The surrounding landscape is classic Queensland outback, with wide open skies, red soil, and occasional flooding during the wet season. Lowesby suits those who value space, solitude, and a strong connection to agricultural life.

Lowesby falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.34°, 148.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
379.39 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
870 km
By Train
Spirit of Queensland service from Emerald to Brisbane (~13 hours)
By Car (Peak)
approx. 9 hours from Emerald
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 9 hours from Emerald

🛣️ Nearest town is Emerald (~25 km), which has regional flights to Brisbane.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no walkable amenities; vehicle essential.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
21
▲ 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

Where is Lowesby QLD? +

Lowesby is a rural locality in the Central Highlands Region of Queensland, close to the regional town of Emerald.

What is the nearest major town to Lowesby? +

Emerald is the nearest major town, approximately 25 km away, and serves as the regional centre providing shops, schools, a hospital, and an airport.

What is Lowesby used for? +

Lowesby is primarily an agricultural locality used for cattle grazing and dryland cropping, typical of the Central Highlands region.