Jones Hill, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jones Hill Gympie, Queensland
Jones Hill Location in Queensland
Population	1,135 (2021 census)
• Density	141.9/km2 (368/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4570
Area	8.0 km2 (3.1 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	5.6 km (3 mi) S of Gympie 168 km (104 mi) N of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Gympie Region
State electorate(s)	Gympie
Federal Division(s)	Wide Bay
Suburbs around Jones Hill: Pie Creek Southside Monkland Pie Creek Jones Hill The Dawn McIntosh Creek Long Flat Long Flat

Jones Hill is a small area or "locality" in the Gympie Region of Queensland, Australia. It's a place where people live, often with bigger yards than in a city. In 2021, about 1,135 people called Jones Hill home.

Where is Jones Hill?

Jones Hill is located about 5.6 kilometers (3.5 miles) south of Gympie's town center. It sits on the south-western side of the Mary River.

Land Use in Jones Hill

This area was once mostly farmland. Today, many people live here. In the north-west, there are smaller suburban homes. The rest of Jones Hill has larger "rural residential" blocks, which means homes with bigger properties. Some land is still used for farming, like raising animals or growing crops with irrigation.

A Look at History

Jones Hill State School first opened its doors on January 29, 1902. This was an important step for education in the area.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Jones Hill has grown over the years:

• In 2006, there were 550 people.
• By 2016, the population grew to 898 people.
• In 2021, the population reached 1,135 people.

Special Places in Jones Hill

Jones Hill has some places that are important to its history. These are called "heritage listings":

• Waterworks Road: Jones Hill Reservoir
• Waterworks Road: Waterworks Pump House
• 17 McIntosh Creek Road: Jones Hill School

Learning in Jones Hill

Jones Hill State School is a primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It is located at 21 McIntosh Creek Road. In 2017, the school had 399 students and 28 teachers. It also has a special program for students who need extra support.

There are no high schools directly in Jones Hill. Students who are ready for secondary school usually go to Gympie State High School in Gympie, which is to the north.