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Wycarbah

QLD 4702 • Queensland

36
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
212.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Wycarbah

Wycarbah is a small rural locality in the Rockhampton Region of Queensland, situated approximately 35 kilometres north-west of Rockhampton in Central Queensland. The locality is traversed by the Fitzroy River, which enters from the north-west and exits to the north, lending the area a scenic river landscape amid open grazing land. With just 36 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Wycarbah is one of Queensland's quieter rural localities, occupying land that has long supported beef cattle grazing. The area shares postcode 4702 with Rockhampton and several surrounding localities.

Life in Wycarbah is defined by the rhythms of cattle farming and the natural beauty of the Fitzroy River corridor. Residents enjoy an exceptionally peaceful rural lifestyle, with Rockhampton providing access to all major services, hospitals, and retail. The broader Rockhampton Region supports a strong agricultural economy, and the locality sits within one of Queensland's most productive beef-producing areas. Outdoor pursuits including fishing along the Fitzroy River and exploring the surrounding bush landscapes are highlights of living in this remote community.

Wycarbah falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
212.72 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
519 km
By Train
N/A – no local rail
By Car (Peak)
~35 min to Rockhampton
By Car (Off-Peak)
~30 min to Rockhampton

🛣️ Rockhampton (~35 km) is the nearest major centre with full services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very remote rural locality; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
36
▲ 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

Where is Wycarbah QLD? +

Wycarbah is a rural locality in the Rockhampton Region, Queensland, approximately 35 kilometres north-west of Rockhampton in Central Queensland.

What river runs through Wycarbah? +

The Fitzroy River passes through Wycarbah, entering from the north-west and exiting to the north, providing scenic river frontage across the locality.

What is the population of Wycarbah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wycarbah had a population of 36 people, making it one of Queensland's smallest rural localities.