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Ballard

QLD 4352 • Queensland

167
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Ballard

Ballard is a small rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland, situated approximately 11 kilometres east of the Toowoomba city centre on the western slopes of the Great Dividing Range. With a population of 167 at the 2021 Census, the locality spans nearly 17 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land. The median household income of around $49,000 reflects the area's farming and rural services economy, typical of the broader Darling Downs and Lockyer Valley region.

Murphys Creek Road passes through Ballard's north-western corner, connecting residents to Toowoomba to the west and the Lockyer Valley communities to the east. Toowoomba, Queensland's largest inland city, offers a full range of urban services including hospitals, shopping centres, universities, and public transport within a short drive. Ballard suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in a scenic landscape on the edge of the Toowoomba Range, with all the conveniences of a major regional city close at hand.

Ballard falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by the Lockyer Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Toowoomba North electorate.

📍 Location

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

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4352

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4352, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,480
Median 2023–24
$60,113
▲ 21.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,934

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4352; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Toowoomba Station (limited service)
12 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Toowoomba 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct train service; Toowoomba has limited passenger rail with no regular commuter service to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.25–1.5 hrs

🛣️ Warrego Highway (A2) and Toowoomba Range Road connect to Brisbane. Toowoomba CBD is approximately 15 minutes by car.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this rural locality; all services are in Toowoomba.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
167
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Lockyer Valley Local Government Area, which contains Ballard. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.5 / 100k
2yr Up 15.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
254.9 / 100k
2yr Up 28.5% 10yr Up 32.5%
Non-FV assault
1,049.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 162.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 36.0%
Steal from vehicle
393.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Up 72.5%
View all offence categories for Lockyer Valley →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ballard known for? +

Ballard is a quiet rural locality on the eastern slopes of the Toowoomba Range, known for its agricultural land and scenic position on the edge of the Great Dividing Range. Murphys Creek Road, which runs through the locality, connects the area to both Toowoomba and the Lockyer Valley.

How far is Ballard from Toowoomba? +

Ballard is approximately 11 kilometres east of the Toowoomba city centre, making it about a 15-minute drive. Brisbane is roughly 130 kilometres to the east, approximately 1.5 to 2 hours by car.

Does Ballard have public transport? +

Public transport options in Ballard are very limited. While Toowoomba has some bus services and limited intercity rail, Ballard itself has no local bus routes. A private vehicle is the primary means of transport for residents.

What is the population of Ballard? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ballard has a population of 167 residents across approximately 17 square kilometres of rural land in the Lockyer Valley Region.

Is Ballard a good place to live? +

Ballard offers a relaxed rural lifestyle on the scenic eastern edge of the Toowoomba Range, ideal for those who appreciate wide open spaces and agricultural surroundings. Toowoomba's full range of services, including hospitals, schools, and shopping, is only about 15 minutes away by car.

What is the postcode for Ballard? +

The postcode for Ballard is 4352, which is shared with Toowoomba and surrounding Darling Downs localities.

Is Ballard a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ballard is part of the Lockyer Valley LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.