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Prospect

QLD 4715 • Queensland

289
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
417.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackAgriculturalRemoteGrazing

About Prospect

Prospect is a vast rural locality in Queensland's Central Highlands region, situated approximately 270 kilometres west of Rockhampton within the Central Highlands Regional Council area. With a 2021 Census population of 289 residents dispersed across an enormous 417 square kilometres, Prospect is one of the most sparsely settled localities in inland Queensland. The area is characterised by open grazing land and agricultural property, typical of the Callide Valley and Central Highlands pastoral country surrounding Emerald.

The regional hub of Emerald — Queensland's largest inland town in Central Queensland — provides residents with access to supermarkets, schools, the Emerald Hospital, and a wide range of services. The locality falls within the productive agricultural and mining belt of central Queensland, with cattle grazing and cropping operations as the mainstay of the local economy. Life in Prospect is defined by wide open spaces, clear inland skies, and the self-reliant community spirit characteristic of outback and rural Queensland.

Prospect falls under postcode 4715 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4715
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.39°, 150.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
417.03 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

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

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No passenger rail service available
By Car (Peak)
approx. 3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 3 hours

🛣️ Emerald Airport provides regional flights to Brisbane (~1.5h); Gregory Highway connects to Rockhampton

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote rural locality where a vehicle is essential; Emerald is the nearest town with shops and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
289
▲ 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 Prospect QLD known for? +

Prospect QLD is a sparsely settled rural locality in Queensland's Central Highlands, known for its open grazing land and agricultural character. The area is part of the broader Emerald region, which is a hub for cattle, cropping, and sapphire gemfield tourism in central Queensland.

How far is Prospect QLD from Rockhampton? +

Prospect is approximately 270 kilometres west of Rockhampton, making it about a 3-hour drive along the Gregory Highway. Emerald, the nearest regional service centre, is located in the same postcode area.

Does Prospect QLD have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Prospect QLD. The locality is remote and a private vehicle is essential for all travel. Emerald has regional flight connections via Emerald Airport if air travel is needed.

What is the population of Prospect QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Prospect has a population of 289 residents across approximately 417 square kilometres, making it one of Queensland's most sparsely populated rural localities at fewer than one person per square kilometre.

Is Prospect QLD a good place to live? +

Prospect QLD suits those who embrace a remote rural lifestyle, with vast open landscapes and the wide skies of central Queensland. It is best suited to landholders and farming families comfortable with self-reliance and long distances to services.

What is the postcode for Prospect QLD? +

The postcode for Prospect QLD is 4715, which covers the Emerald area and surrounding localities in Queensland's Central Highlands region.