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Paterson

QLD 4570 • Queensland

157
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
28.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietBushland

About Paterson

Paterson is a rural locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, covering approximately 29 square kilometres of grazing country and native vegetation in the Wide Bay hinterland. Located about 42 kilometres north of Gympie and 46 kilometres south-south-west of Maryborough, the locality is bounded to the north by the Gundiah State Forest and named after its historic railway station, which was in turn named after an early local resident. With a 2021 Census population of 157, Paterson is a small, quiet rural community with a predominantly agricultural character.

Land use in Paterson is predominantly grazing on native vegetation, with some plantation forestry and cropping contributing to its agricultural identity, while the adjoining Gundiah State Forest adds a significant bushland element to the landscape. The Paterson railway station sits on the North Coast Line connecting Brisbane with Cairns, though local services are infrequent. Gympie is the nearest centre for shopping, schools, and healthcare, and the broader Mary Valley provides scenic surroundings for those who appreciate the quiet rhythms of rural Queensland.

Paterson 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
28.76 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Paterson
1 km
~12 min

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
221 km
By Train
Paterson station is on the North Coast Line, but services are infrequent; journey to Brisbane takes approximately 3-4 hours with connections
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2 hr 30 min to Brisbane
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2 hr 15 min to Brisbane

🛣️ Gympie (~42km south) is the nearest service town. The Bruce Highway is accessible via local roads and provides the main route south to Brisbane or north to Maryborough.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops; all services are accessed by car via Gympie or Maryborough

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
157
▲ 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 Paterson known for? +

Paterson is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Fraser Coast Region, known for its grazing properties, Gundiah State Forest, and its historic railway station on the North Coast Line. The locality takes its name from an early local resident after whom the station was named.

How far is Paterson from Gympie? +

Paterson is approximately 42 kilometres north of Gympie by road, typically around 30-40 minutes by car. Maryborough is about 46 kilometres to the north-north-east, and Brisbane is approximately 221 kilometres to the south.

Does Paterson have public transport? +

Paterson has a railway station on the Queensland Rail North Coast Line (Brisbane–Cairns), though services are limited and infrequent. There is no local bus service. A private vehicle is the most practical means of transport for day-to-day needs.

What is the population of Paterson? +

According to the 2021 Census, Paterson has a population of 157 residents across approximately 29 square kilometres of rural land in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland.

Is Paterson a good place to live? +

Paterson suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with space and nature on their doorstep. The Gundiah State Forest provides bushland recreation nearby, while Gympie is close enough for services and community activities. It's best suited to those comfortable with limited local infrastructure.

What is the postcode for Paterson? +

The postcode for Paterson is 4570, shared with Gympie and surrounding localities in the Wide Bay–Burnett region of Queensland.