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Birnam (Toowoomba - Qld)

QLD 4285 • Queensland

63
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietSemi-Rural
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About Birnam (Toowoomba - Qld)

Birnam is a small rural locality in south-east Queensland, situated in the Scenic Rim and Toowoomba region approximately 75 kilometres south-west of Brisbane in the Scenic Rim Regional Council area. Covering around 4 square kilometres, the locality is set in the valley and range country of the Scenic Rim, characterised by pastoral and mixed farming land on the inland slopes of the Main Range. With a population of around 63 residents, Birnam is a quiet rural community in the scenic hinterland between Brisbane and Toowoomba.

The Scenic Rim is one of Queensland's most beautiful regions, encompassing the Main Range National Park, Lamington National Park, and the scenic valleys between the Great Dividing Range and the Brisbane Valley. Boonah, the nearest service centre, offers a supermarket, school, and community facilities, while the broader Scenic Rim is popular for ecotourism, hiking, and the agricultural shows that celebrate the region's farming heritage. Birnam suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the spectacular scenery of the Scenic Rim hinterland.

Birnam (Toowoomba - Qld) falls under postcode 4285 and is governed by the Scenic Rim Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4285
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Scenic Rim
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.06°, 152.98°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.97 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4285

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4285, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,780
Median 2023–24
$55,470
▲ 21.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,549

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4285; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited services via Boonah — Ipswich / Brisbane 1.5-2 hrs to Brisbane

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
Drive to Ipswich Station (~65 km), then Queensland Rail to Brisbane (~45 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Cunningham Highway (A15) provides main route via Boonah to Ipswich and Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Birnam is a rural locality with no local services; a car is essential, with Boonah as the nearest service town.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
63
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Scenic Rim Local Government Area, which contains Birnam (Toowoomba - Qld). Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
320.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.0% 10yr Down 48.3%
Motor vehicle theft
179.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 31.2%
Non-FV assault
523 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 168.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.4 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.5 / 100k
2yr Up 29.5% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Scenic Rim →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Birnam known for? +

Birnam is a quiet rural locality in the Scenic Rim near Boonah, known for its valley and range scenery near the Main Range National Park and the scenic Scenic Rim hinterland.

How far is Birnam from Brisbane? +

Birnam is approximately 75-80 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, a drive of around 1 hour 20-30 minutes via the Cunningham Highway.

Does Birnam have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Birnam. Limited bus services operate via Boonah, and the nearest Queensland Rail services to Brisbane are at Ipswich, approximately 65 kilometres north-east.

What is the population of Birnam? +

According to the 2021 Census, Birnam (Toowoomba region) has a population of approximately 63 residents.

Is Birnam a good place to live? +

Birnam suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the Queensland Scenic Rim, with Boonah's services close by and the scenic Main Range National Park easily accessible.

What is the postcode for Birnam? +

The postcode for Birnam (Toowoomba - Qld), QLD is 4285.

Is Birnam a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Birnam is part of the Scenic Rim 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.