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Blaxland

QLD 4405 • Queensland

58
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
95.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalDarling DownsAffordableCropping
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About Blaxland

Blaxland is a small rural locality in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, within postcode 4405, located approximately 30 kilometres southwest of Dalby. With a population of 58 at the 2021 census across 95.6 square kilometres, it sits on the broad, flat black soil plains of the Darling Downs — one of Australia's premier agricultural regions. The landscape is dominated by broad-acre grain cropping, particularly sorghum, wheat, and cotton.

Life in Blaxland centres on dryland and irrigated cropping on the rich Darling Downs soils. The locality has no services; residents rely on Dalby for all shopping, schools, and amenities. The area has seen activity from the coal seam gas industry in the broader Surat Basin. It appeals to farming families and agricultural workers seeking affordable properties in one of Queensland's most productive farming regions, with Toowoomba accessible in about an hour.

Blaxland falls under postcode 4405 and is governed by the Western Downs Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4405
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.32°, 150.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
95.57 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4405

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4405, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,766
Median 2023–24
$56,066
▲ 22.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,708

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4405; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dalby Station (limited service)
30 km
N/A

Commute to Dalby

Distance
30 km
By Train
N/A — very limited Westlander service
By Bus
N/A — no bus service
By Car (Peak)
25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Dalby is the nearest town. Toowoomba is about 1 hour east. Brisbane is 3.5 hours.

Walkability Car Essential

No footpaths, shops, or services. A car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
58
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
657.5 / 100k
2yr Down 30.7% 10yr Up 20.4%
Motor vehicle theft
401.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.7% 10yr Up 135.9%
Non-FV assault
1,093.1 / 100k
2yr Down 23.7% 10yr Up 96.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr Down 41.0% 10yr Down 42.6%
Steal from vehicle
663.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 35.2%
View all offence categories for Western Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blaxland known for? +

Blaxland is known for its Darling Downs dryland cropping and cattle grazing on the rich black soils of South East Queensland's agricultural heartland. The locality sits near Dalby, one of Queensland's key grain-producing centres.

How far is Blaxland from Dalby? +

Blaxland is approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Dalby in Queensland's Western Downs Region, about a 25–30 minute drive.

Does Blaxland have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Blaxland. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Dalby providing the nearest range of services, shops, and schools.

What is the population of Blaxland? +

The 2021 Census recorded 58 residents in Blaxland, a very small farming locality on the Darling Downs in Queensland's Western Downs Region.

Is Blaxland a good place to live? +

Blaxland suits those involved in Darling Downs agriculture who are comfortable with rural, car-dependent living. It offers affordable broad-acre lifestyle properties within reach of Dalby's services.

What is the postcode for Blaxland? +

The postcode for Blaxland QLD is 4405, covering parts of the Western Downs Region near Dalby.

Is Blaxland a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Blaxland is part of the Western Downs 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.