Hinchinbrook
City in Queensland, Australia
Overview
Hinchinbrook Shire, located in tropical North Queensland, is a laid-back region known for its natural scenery, Italian heritage, and outdoor adventures. With small-town hospitality, mangrove-lined channels, and beaches, it offers a peaceful getaway from metropolitan hustle.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Queensland
Population
11,521
Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-18.66°, 146.12°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
73
Female Safety
72
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost
$2,060
Local Cost
$1,250
Local Income
$2,020
Cashless
75
English
98
Temperature
24.4°C
Summer Avg
27.3°C
Winter Avg
20.9°C
Record High
39.1°C
Record Low
10.7°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
1104 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
IGH
Distance
2 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 73/100.