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Nanum

QLD 4874 • Queensland

904
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
2.26 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRemoteTropicalMining TownRural

About Nanum

Nanum is a coastal residential suburb of Weipa, a remote mining township on the western edge of Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland, approximately 818 kilometres north-north-west of Cairns. With a population of 904 at the 2021 Census, Nanum is a compact locality covering just 2.3 square kilometres within the Weipa Town local government area, part of the Division of Leichhardt. The suburb is one of several residential areas that together form the town of Weipa, a community centred on the region's significant bauxite mining operations.

Nanum's position on the Gulf of Carpentaria coastline offers striking tropical scenery, with Nanum Beach providing a beautiful coastal outlook and recreational space for residents. The wider Weipa community is largely self-contained, with schools, medical facilities, supermarkets, sporting clubs, and recreational amenities serving local families. Access to Weipa is primarily via Weipa Airport with regular flights to Cairns, or by sealed road along the Peninsula Developmental Road — the remote tropical setting fostering a tight-knit frontier community spirit unique to Cape York.

Nanum falls under postcode 4874 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4874
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Cook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-12.53°, 142.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.26 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local Weipa town services — Weipa town centre and Evans Landing 5-15 min

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
818 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 11-12 hours via Peninsula Developmental Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 10-11 hours

🛣️ Weipa Airport offers regular flights to Cairns (approx. 1.5 hours). Long-distance road access via Peninsula Developmental Road.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Within Weipa town local services are reachable by car or bike, but the remote location means most significant errands require driving or flying.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
904
▲ 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 Nanum known for? +

Nanum is known as a residential suburb of Weipa on Cape York Peninsula, a community built around one of Australia's largest bauxite mining operations, set on the tropical Gulf of Carpentaria coastline with Nanum Beach as a local recreational highlight.

How far is Nanum from Cairns? +

Nanum (Weipa) is approximately 818 kilometres north-north-west of Cairns, around a 1.5 hour flight from Cairns Airport or an 11–12 hour drive via the Peninsula Developmental Road.

Does Nanum have public transport? +

There is no rail service in Nanum or the broader Weipa area. Local town bus services operate within Weipa, but for longer distances, Weipa Airport provides regular flights to Cairns and a car is essential for most travel.

What is the population of Nanum? +

According to the 2021 Census, Nanum has a population of 904 residents across its compact 2.3 square kilometre area, part of the broader Weipa community on Cape York Peninsula.

Is Nanum a good place to live? +

Nanum suits those attracted to a close-knit tropical community lifestyle on the Gulf of Carpentaria coast, with the security of mining industry employment nearby, though the remote location means limited retail options and regular long-distance travel for major shopping or specialist services.

What is the postcode for Nanum? +

The postcode for Nanum, Queensland is 4874 (shared with the broader Weipa area).