Barcoo Shire Council
Barcoo Shire Council scores well on lifestyle & amenity (57/100) but only 26/100 on community services — a gap worth watching.
"Australia's least populated shire — Windorah and Channel Country"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 300
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
45 out of 100
#32 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#62 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 48/100 |
| Community Services | 26/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 57/100 |
| Core Operations | 51/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Barcoo Shire performs strongest in lifestyle affordability (better than 57% of peers), with room to improve in community services (currently at the 26th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Australia's least populated shire — Windorah and Channel Country
One of Australia's most remote shires.
Known For
- Channel Country
- Birdsville track access
- Population under 400
- Genuine outback
Living Here
Beautiful in its vastness.
Hidden Gem
Channel Country after rain — desert transforms into waterways.