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Woodstock

QLD 4816 • Queensland

270
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
192.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural

About Woodstock

Woodstock is a rural town and locality within the City of Townsville, Queensland, located approximately 41 kilometres south of Townsville CBD. Spanning nearly 193 square kilometres of open North Queensland countryside, the locality recorded a population of 270 in the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a wide, sparsely settled pastoral area. Woodstock falls under Townsville City Council and is set within the broad, savanna-covered landscapes characteristic of this part of north Queensland.

The surrounding landscape is typical of inland North Queensland — open savanna grassland and grazing properties stretching across low-rolling terrain. The Flinders Highway runs nearby, providing the main arterial link to Townsville and points further west into outback Queensland. Residents are within a practical driving distance of Townsville's full range of services, including hospitals, shopping centres, and schools, making Woodstock a genuine rural alternative for those who value space and independence without complete remoteness.

Woodstock falls under postcode 4816 and is governed by the Townsville Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4816
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Townsville
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.79°, 146.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
192.69 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled services — N/A N/A

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
41 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
40 - 55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35 - 45 min

🛣️ Access via Flinders Highway; sealed road all the way to Townsville

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services within walking distance; all errands require driving to Townsville or nearby townships

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Townsville Local Government Area, which contains Woodstock. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
2,390.7 / 100k
2yr Down 40.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
639.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.0% 10yr Up 17.0%
Non-FV assault
2,598.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 250.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
32.7 / 100k
2yr Down 35.4% 10yr Up 52.8%
Steal from vehicle
724.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Townsville →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
270
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodstock known for? +

Woodstock is a rural grazing locality south of Townsville, known for its open savanna grassland and pastoral properties characteristic of inland North Queensland.

How far is Woodstock from Townsville? +

Woodstock is approximately 41 kilometres south of Townsville CBD, roughly a 35 to 55 minute drive via the Flinders Highway.

Does Woodstock have public transport? +

No train or bus services operate in Woodstock. Townsville has no suburban rail network, and a private vehicle is essential for residents of the locality.

What is the population of Woodstock? +

According to the 2021 Census, the locality of Woodstock had a population of 270 people spread across approximately 193 square kilometres.

Is Woodstock a good place to live? +

Woodstock suits graziers, rural workers, and those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle within practical distance of a major regional city. Townsville's services are accessible within an hour's drive, but day-to-day life requires a car.

What is the postcode for Woodstock? +

Woodstock's postcode is 4816.

Is Woodstock a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woodstock is part of the Townsville LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.