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Amiens

QLD 4352 • Queensland

343
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
51.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricQuiet

About Amiens

Amiens is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 17 kilometres north-west of Stanthorpe and around 224 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, governed by the Southern Downs Regional Council. With a population of 343 spread across roughly 52 square kilometres, the locality sits in the cool upland Granite Belt district, a region renowned for its apple and stone-fruit orchards, cattle grazing, and wine-producing vineyards. The name Amiens — shared with the nearby localities of Passchendaele and Bapaume — is a tribute to the First World War battles, reflecting the Pikedale soldier settlement history of the district.

The Amiens area has a strong agricultural character, with farming families working the cool climate country for generations. Stanthorpe, the nearest town, is famous for its Granite Belt wine region and the annual Apple and Grape Harvest Festival, and provides residents with access to supermarkets, schools, medical services, and community facilities. Amiens suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in one of Queensland's most distinctive cool-climate farming regions, with fresh country air, open paddocks, and a strong sense of community that is characteristic of the Southern Downs.

Amiens falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Toowoomba North electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Toowoomba North
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 151.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
51.90 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Stanthorpe / Brisbane Approx 20 min to Stanthorpe; 3.5 hr to Brisbane

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
224 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Warwick or Brisbane for rail connections
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hr

🛣️ New England Highway provides the main route to Toowoomba and Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dispersed rural locality with no village centre; 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
343
▲ 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

What is Amiens known for? +

Amiens is known for its cool-climate rural character in Queensland's Granite Belt region, close to Stanthorpe's apple orchards and wineries. The locality and its neighbours share names with World War I battle sites, reflecting the Pikedale soldier settlement heritage of the Southern Downs district.

How far is Amiens from Brisbane? +

Amiens is approximately 224 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, making it around a 2.5-hour drive via the New England Highway. The nearest town of Stanthorpe is around 17 kilometres to the south-east.

Does Amiens have public transport? +

There is no local bus or train service in Amiens. Limited regional coach services connect Stanthorpe to Brisbane, but a private vehicle is essential for accessing Amiens and moving around the locality.

What is the population of Amiens? +

According to the 2021 Census, Amiens has a population of 343 residents, making it a very small and sparsely settled rural locality with a density of around 6.6 people per square kilometre.

Is Amiens a good place to live? +

Amiens suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle in a cool-climate region, with the Granite Belt wine country and Stanthorpe's community nearby. It is best suited to farming families or those seeking a peaceful country retreat, but requires a car and comfort with rural living.

What is the postcode for Amiens? +

The postcode for Amiens, Queensland is 4352.