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McIntosh Creek

QLD 4570 • Queensland

173
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
6.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAgriculturalHorticulture

About McIntosh Creek

McIntosh Creek is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 10 kilometres south of the Gympie city centre within the Gympie Regional Council area. Covering around 6.4 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 173 residents at the 2021 Census, with a median household income of approximately $38,494. Pie Creek forms the western boundary of the locality, and the area transitions between rural residential blocks and productive agricultural land.

McIntosh Creek is characterised by a mix of rural residential living, cattle grazing on native vegetation, and horticulture — particularly macadamia cultivation — which is well-suited to the mild sub-tropical climate of the Mary Valley region. Residents enjoy a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle with relatively easy access to the services and amenities of Gympie, including schools, shopping, and the Bruce Highway for connections north and south. The nearby Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum and the Mary Valley Heritage Railway are among the regional drawcards within easy driving distance.

McIntosh Creek falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.37 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Translink regional services — Gympie 15-20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct service; travel to Gympie then train/bus to Brisbane (approx. 3 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Located close to the Bruce Highway via Gympie. Good road access north and south. Gympie is the main service hub.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

McIntosh Creek is a rural locality with no local retail; residents drive to Gympie for all services and shopping

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
173
▲ 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 McIntosh Creek known for? +

McIntosh Creek is known for its rural character, mixing grazing on native vegetation with horticulture — particularly macadamia cultivation. It sits on the southern fringe of the Gympie region in south-east Queensland.

How far is McIntosh Creek from Brisbane? +

McIntosh Creek is approximately 170 kilometres north of Brisbane, making it around a 2-hour drive via the Bruce Highway through Gympie.

Does McIntosh Creek have public transport? +

There are limited Translink regional bus services connecting McIntosh Creek to Gympie, but no direct rail service in the locality. Most residents rely on a private vehicle for daily travel.

What is the population of McIntosh Creek? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 173 residents in McIntosh Creek, a small rural community spread across approximately 6.4 square kilometres south of Gympie.

Is McIntosh Creek a good place to live? +

McIntosh Creek suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within reach of a regional centre. With Gympie's services only around 10 kilometres away, residents enjoy semi-rural living without complete isolation.

What is the postcode for McIntosh Creek? +

The postcode for McIntosh Creek, QLD is 4570.