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Bongeen

QLD 4356 • Queensland

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
111.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietDarling DownsCar-Dependent
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About Bongeen

Bongeen is a small rural locality in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland, set in the southern Darling Downs approximately 28 kilometres south-west of Pittsworth and around 55 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba. Covering over 111 square kilometres of productive agricultural land, the locality falls within the federal electorate of Groom and the state electorate of Condamine. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 71 people across just 13 dwellings, reflecting the locality's character as a sparsely settled farming area. The broader Darling Downs region in which Bongeen sits is renowned for some of Australia's most fertile grain and livestock country.

Bongeen's landscape is defined by the sweeping open paddocks and gently rolling terrain typical of the southern Darling Downs, with cropping, grazing, and mixed farming forming the backbone of the local economy. The locality is served by local rural roads, and the nearest significant town is Pittsworth, around 28 kilometres to the north-east, which offers supermarkets, medical services, and schools. Oakey, a slightly larger service town, is accessible within approximately 30 kilometres. There is no public transport serving Bongeen, and a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs. The Bongeen Recreation Reserve provides a small local outdoor space for community gatherings and picnics.

Bongeen falls under postcode 4356 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Groom, while state elections fall under the Condamine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4356
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Groom
State Electorate
Condamine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 151.55°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
111.87 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4356

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4356, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,773
Median 2023–24
$53,622
▲ 31.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,536

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4356; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest station is Oakey (~30 km by car)
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5–3 hr

🛣️ Via Gore Highway and Warrego Highway. Toowoomba is the nearest major centre (~55 km). Car is essential.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bongeen is a remote farming locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
71
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
826.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.3% 10yr Up 12.0%
Motor vehicle theft
288.8 / 100k
2yr Down 19.5% 10yr Up 68.7%
Non-FV assault
879.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 124.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
15 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Up 145.8%
Steal from vehicle
446 / 100k
2yr Down 14.1% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence categories for Toowoomba →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bongeen known for? +

Bongeen is a quiet rural farming locality in the southern Darling Downs, known for its broad-acre cropping and grazing properties. The locality is part of one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions, with grain and livestock farming central to the local economy.

How far is Bongeen from Toowoomba? +

Bongeen is approximately 55 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba, making it roughly a 45 to 55 minute drive via local rural roads. The nearest service town, Pittsworth, is around 28 kilometres to the north-east.

Does Bongeen have public transport? +

Bongeen has no public transport services. The nearest railway station is at Oakey, approximately 30 kilometres away. Residents must rely on private vehicles for all travel and errands.

What is the population of Bongeen? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bongeen has a population of 71 people across approximately 13 dwellings, making it one of the more sparsely settled localities in the Toowoomba Region.

Is Bongeen a good place to live? +

Bongeen suits those who value a quiet, remote rural lifestyle in the heart of the Darling Downs. There are no local shops, schools, or services, so residents depend on nearby towns such as Pittsworth and Oakey. It is ideal for farming families and those who appreciate wide open spaces and a close-knit country community.

What is the postcode for Bongeen? +

The postcode for Bongeen, Queensland, is 4356, shared with a number of surrounding Darling Downs localities including Kincora.

Is Bongeen a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bongeen is part of the Toowoomba 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.