Richmond Hill

QLD 4820 • Rest of QLD

2,453
Population (2021)
$29,484
Median Income
4.25 km²
Area
297m
Elevation

About Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Charters Towers (Regional Council) area. With a population of 2,453 and a median income of $29,484, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.25 km² at an elevation of 297m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

Situated at an elevation of 297m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Richmond Hill offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Richmond Hill falls under postcode 4820 and is governed by Charters Towers Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4820
Urban Area
Charters Towers
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.06°, 146.27°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
4.25 km²
Elevation
297m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$230
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,488
Census 2021
2,453
1.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,440
Income 2021
$29,484
20.6% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,980
Born Overseas 186

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 36
  • 2. New Zealand 32
  • 3. India 18
  • 4. Philippines 11
  • 5. Japan 9
  • 6. South Africa 8
  • 7. Fiji 7
  • 8. Canada 6
  • 9. Scotland 6
  • 10. Netherlands 5
  • 11. China 4
  • 12. Germany 4
  • 13. United States 4
  • 14. Zimbabwe 4
  • 15. France 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 969
English 867
Australian Aboriginal 269
Irish 252
Scottish 220
German 112
Italian 50
Chinese 34
Indian 21
Filipino 17

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,724
Both parents born in Australia
193
Both parents born overseas
163
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.8%
No Religion
34.9%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
112 (4.6%)
5-14 years
412 (16.8%)
15-19 years
256 (10.4%)
20-24 years
118 (4.8%)
25-34 years
219 (8.9%)
35-44 years
209 (8.5%)
45-54 years
263 (10.7%)
55-64 years
225 (9.2%)
65-74 years
284 (11.6%)
75-84 years
234 (9.5%)
85+ years
119 (4.9%)

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