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Biarra

QLD 4313 • Queensland

270
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
234.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemotePeacefulAgricultural
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About Biarra

Biarra is a remote rural locality in Queensland's Somerset Region, situated approximately 119 kilometres north-west of Brisbane and 10.9 kilometres south-west of the nearby township of Toogoolawah. Covering a substantial 234 square kilometres, the locality has a population of just 270 people, giving it one of the lowest population densities in the region. Biarra falls under Somerset Council and is characterised by sweeping pastoral grazing land and low-density rural holdings.

The Cressbrook Creek flows through Biarra from south-west to north-east, providing a natural waterway through the otherwise open agricultural landscape. Day-to-day services and shops are found in Esk (approximately 17.5 kilometres away) or Toogoolawah, making a private vehicle essential for residents. The draw of Biarra is its peaceful expansiveness — wide paddocks, clean air, and the unhurried rhythm of rural Queensland for those seeking space and a self-sufficient rural lifestyle.

Biarra falls under postcode 4313 and is governed by the Somerset Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Blair, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4313
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Somerset
Federal Electorate
Blair
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.09°, 152.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
234.83 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4313

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4313, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$34,588
Median 2023–24
$43,783
▲ 26.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,605

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4313; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled services — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
119 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1h 45min - 2h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 30min - 1h 50min

🛣️ Access via Esk, then D'Aguilar Highway or Warrego Highway to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services; all errands require driving to Toogoolawah or Esk

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
270
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
282.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.6% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
226.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 67.7%
Non-FV assault
973.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 163.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
267.5 / 100k
2yr Down 28.4% 10yr Up 31.9%
View all offence categories for Somerset →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Biarra known for? +

Biarra is known as a peaceful rural locality in the Somerset Region, featuring the Cressbrook Creek flowing through the area and surrounded by open grazing land typical of inland south-east Queensland.

How far is Biarra from Brisbane? +

Biarra is approximately 119 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, about a 1 hour 30 minute to 2 hour drive depending on route and traffic.

Does Biarra have public transport? +

There are no train or bus services serving Biarra. A private vehicle is essential for residents, with the nearest townships of Toogoolawah and Esk providing local services.

What is the population of Biarra? +

According to the 2021 Census, Biarra has a population of 270 people spread across approximately 235 square kilometres, making it one of the most sparsely settled localities in the Somerset Region.

Is Biarra a good place to live? +

Biarra suits those seeking a quiet, self-sufficient rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a genuine country feel. Services are limited, requiring regular trips to Toogoolawah or Esk, so it appeals most to graziers and rural property owners.

What is the postcode for Biarra? +

Biarra's postcode is 4313.

Is Biarra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Biarra is part of the Somerset 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.