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Cecil Plains

QLD 4407 • Queensland

380
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
363.31 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCommuter Belt
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About Cecil Plains

Cecil Plains is a rural town and locality in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland, situated on the fertile Darling Downs approximately 211 kilometres west of Brisbane and 81 kilometres west of Toowoomba. With a population of 380 recorded at the 2021 Census, the township serves as a service hub for surrounding agricultural properties across its expansive 363-square-kilometre area. The local economy is driven largely by broadacre cropping and grazing, with the flat, productive black soil plains of the Condamine River valley giving the area its strong farming character.

Cecil Plains offers the quiet lifestyle typical of small Queensland country towns, with a handful of local services including a hotel, community hall, and sporting facilities. The town is well connected by road and sits 43 kilometres south of Dalby, making that regional centre the closest point for major shopping, healthcare, and schooling. The surrounding countryside is popular for scenic drives and rural tourism, and the community maintains strong ties through local events and the primary school that anchors the town.

Cecil Plains falls under postcode 4407 and is governed by the Toowoomba 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
4407
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.56°, 150.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
363.31 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4407

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4407 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$50,958
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,246

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4407; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Toowoomba / Dalby 60–90 min to Toowoomba

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
211 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Via Warrego Highway and Toowoomba; nearest major centre is Toowoomba (~80 km)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential in Cecil Plains; limited services are within easy walking distance of each other but the town itself is small and isolated

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
380
▲ 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 Cecil Plains. 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 Cecil Plains known for? +

Cecil Plains is known for its rich agricultural heritage on the Darling Downs, with the surrounding black soil plains supporting extensive broadacre cropping and grazing operations. It is a quiet country town that has served the farming community of the Condamine Valley for well over a century.

How far is Cecil Plains from Brisbane? +

Cecil Plains is approximately 211 kilometres west of Brisbane, a drive of around 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes via the Warrego Highway and Toowoomba.

Does Cecil Plains have public transport? +

Public transport in Cecil Plains is very limited. There is no train service; limited regional coach services connect to Dalby and Toowoomba. A private vehicle is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Cecil Plains? +

Cecil Plains had a population of 380 at the 2021 Census, spread across a large locality of approximately 363 square kilometres. It is a small but stable rural community.

Is Cecil Plains a good place to live? +

Cecil Plains suits those who value a quiet, rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a close-knit farming community. Access to larger services requires travelling to Dalby or Toowoomba, so it best suits self-sufficient residents comfortable with country living.

What is the postcode for Cecil Plains? +

The postcode for Cecil Plains is 4407.

Is Cecil Plains a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cecil Plains 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.