What is Wattlebank known for?

Wattlebank is a quiet rural locality in Central Queensland's Livingstone Shire, situated near the Caves district which is home to the famous Capricorn Caves — a popular tourist attraction near Rockhampton. The area is characterised by open farmland and the natural scenery of the Central Queensland ranges.

How far is Wattlebank from Rockhampton?

Wattlebank is approximately 29 kilometres north-west of Rockhampton CBD, typically a 20–35 minute drive depending on conditions.

Does Wattlebank have public transport?

Wattlebank has no regular public transport services. The nearest train services operate from Rockhampton Station approximately 29 kilometres away. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Wattlebank?

According to the 2021 Census, Wattlebank has a population of 74 residents across approximately 31 square kilometres, making it a very lightly settled rural locality in the Livingstone Shire.

Is Wattlebank a good place to live?

Wattlebank offers a peaceful rural lifestyle within reasonable driving distance of Rockhampton's full range of services, schools, and amenities. It suits those who want space and a quiet country setting while still having access to a regional city.

What is the postcode for Wattlebank?

The postcode for Wattlebank is 4704.

Wattlebank

QLD 4704 • Queensland

Population (2021)

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Median Income

31.29 km²

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RuralQuietSemi-RuralCar-Dependent

About Wattlebank

Wattlebank is a small rural locality in the Livingstone Shire of Central Queensland, situated approximately 29 kilometres north-west of Rockhampton in the Capricornia region. With a 2021 Census population of 74 residents across around 31 square kilometres, it is a quiet, lightly settled area on the outskirts of the Rockhampton urban region. The locality lies within the broader landscape of the Central Queensland coastal ranges, with Mount Yaamba and Mount Etna nearby as notable geographical features.

Wattlebank is a predominantly rural locality with no commercial services of its own; residents travel to Rockhampton for shopping, healthcare, education, and entertainment. The nearby Caves district, home to the famous Capricorn Caves, is a popular tourism draw in the wider region. Milman State School and The Caves State School are the nearest primary schools for local children. The locality suits those seeking a rural lifestyle with reasonable proximity to a regional city, though a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Wattlebank falls under postcode 4704 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State

Queensland

Postcode

4704

Urban Area

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LGA / Council

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Federal Electorate

Capricornia

State Electorate

Mirani

Type

Locality

Timezone

Brisbane (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-23.14°, 150.38°

Statistical Area

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Area

31.29 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance

29 km

By Train

No direct train service from Wattlebank; Rockhampton Station is 29 km away

By Car (Peak)

25-35 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

20-25 min

🛣️ Car-dependent rural locality; Rockhampton is the nearest urban centre with a full range of services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wattlebank has no local shops or services; a car is required for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

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Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016

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Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021