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Canningvale

QLD 4370 • Queensland

118
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableAgriculturalCar-DependentSouthern Downs
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About Canningvale

Canningvale is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 7 kilometres south-east of Warwick and around 163 kilometres south-west of Brisbane. The area covers some 13.6 square kilometres of farmland and countryside, with a 2021 Census population of 118 residents. Formerly known as Jews Retreat, the locality sits within a productive agricultural region known for its temperate climate and grazing country.

Day-to-day amenities and services are accessed in nearby Warwick, the commercial hub of the Southern Downs, which offers supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and public transport connections. The locality itself is characterised by open paddocks, rural properties, and the quiet pace of life typical of the Darling Downs fringe. Canningvale appeals to those seeking affordable rural living within easy reach of a regional centre.

Canningvale falls under postcode 4370 and is governed by the Southern Downs Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Southern Downs electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4370
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.25°, 152.07°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.57 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4370

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4370, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,482
Median 2023–24
$49,408
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,479

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4370; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Warwick 10–15 min by road

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
163 km
By Train
No direct train service; Warwick has limited coach connections to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min – 1 hr 55 min

🛣️ Access via the New England Highway; Warwick is the nearest regional centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is needed for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
118
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
392.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.7 / 100k
2yr Up 48.0% 10yr Up 228.7%
Non-FV assault
863.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 138.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Up 86.6%
Steal from vehicle
243.4 / 100k
2yr Up 44.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Southern Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Canningvale QLD known for? +

Canningvale is a quiet rural locality on the outskirts of Warwick in Queensland's Southern Downs, known for its farmland and peaceful countryside setting. It was formerly known as Jews Retreat.

How far is Canningvale from Brisbane? +

Canningvale is approximately 163 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, a drive of around 1 hour 50 minutes via the New England Highway.

Does Canningvale have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Canningvale directly. Residents rely on private vehicles, with services available in nearby Warwick approximately 7 kilometres to the north-west.

What is the population of Canningvale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Canningvale has a population of 118 residents, making it a very small rural locality within the Southern Downs Region.

Is Canningvale a good place to live? +

Canningvale suits those seeking affordable rural living close to a regional centre. Warwick provides schools, shops, and healthcare, while the locality itself offers quiet countryside and open space.

What is the postcode for Canningvale QLD? +

The postcode for Canningvale in Queensland is 4370, shared with Warwick and surrounding localities.

Is Canningvale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Canningvale is part of the Southern 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.