Sharon
QLD 4670 • Rest of QLD
About Sharon
Sharon is a peaceful rural locality approximately 8 kilometres west of Bundaberg in Queensland's Wide Bay-Burnett region. With around 1,200 residents spread across nearly 50 square kilometres, this semi-rural community offers the best of country living while remaining close to regional city amenities. The locality is bounded by Splitters Creek and the Burnett River, creating a picturesque landscape of acreages and small farms.
Life in Sharon centres on space and tranquillity, with residents enjoying rural-residential acreages that offer privacy and room to breathe. The Sharon State School serves local families, while the nearby Sharon Gorge provides a tranquil nature retreat featuring rainforest, ferns, palms, and orchids along the Burnett River. The suburb attracts families and retirees seeking affordable acreage living within easy reach of Bundaberg's shopping, healthcare, and employment opportunities.
Sharon falls under postcode 4670 and is governed by Bundaberg Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Burnett electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- School services — Bundaberg schools 15-25 min
Commute to Bundaberg CBD
🛣️ Car essential. Bundaberg-Gin Gin Road provides direct access to Bundaberg CBD and services.
Rural locality with no footpaths or local shops. All errands require driving to Bundaberg.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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18 Walters Street
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4334 Goodwood Road
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Twyford Street
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371 Avondale Road
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591 Bargara Road
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Branyan Drive
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13 Crofton Street
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234 Ashfield Road
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33 Scotland Street
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Marks Street
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Mount Perry Road
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George Street
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Dr Mays Road
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Maryborough Street
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George Street
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Burnett Heads Road
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Breusch Road
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754 Pine Creek Road
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14 Gooburrum Road
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Bargara Road
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 34
- 2. New Zealand 14
- 3. Thailand 8
- 4. United States 8
- 5. Cambodia 6
- 6. Singapore 6
- 7. Papua New Guinea 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)