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Chances Plain

QLD 4413 • Queensland

158
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
129.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteDarling DownsCar-Dependent
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About Chances Plain

Chances Plain is a rural locality in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 6.9 kilometres east of Chinchilla and around 290 kilometres west of Brisbane via the Warrego Highway. The locality covers a large area of approximately 130 square kilometres of agricultural land on the Darling Downs, with a population of 158 recorded in the 2021 Census. It falls within the federal electorate of Maranoa and the state electorate of Warrego, typical of the sparsely settled farming country of south-west Queensland.

The surrounding landscape is dominated by cropping and grazing, with Chances Plain reflecting the productive agricultural character of the Western Downs. The nearby town of Chinchilla — known as the 'Melon Capital of Australia' — provides essential services including shops, schools, and medical facilities within a short drive. With minimal local infrastructure, Chances Plain suits farmers and rural landholders who value the open plains lifestyle and the tight-knit community culture of the Darling Downs region.

Chances Plain falls under postcode 4413 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
4413
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.74°, 150.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
129.83 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4413

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4413, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,211
Median 2023–24
$58,205
▲ 28.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,289

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4413; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Toowoomba / Brisbane 2.5–4 hrs to Toowoomba

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No practical direct train service; Chinchilla is on the Western line but passenger services are very limited
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3–3.5 hrs

🛣️ Warrego Highway connects to Brisbane via Toowoomba. Chinchilla is the nearest town with services, about 7 km west.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote agricultural locality with no local facilities; all services require driving to Chinchilla

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
158
▲ 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 Chances Plain. 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 Chances Plain known for? +

Chances Plain is a farming locality on Queensland's Darling Downs, known for its productive cropping and grazing land in the Western Downs Region, close to Chinchilla — the 'Melon Capital of Australia'.

How far is Chances Plain from Brisbane? +

Chances Plain is approximately 290 kilometres west of Brisbane, typically a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Warrego Highway through Toowoomba.

Does Chances Plain have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Chances Plain directly. A private vehicle is essential, with the nearest services and coach connections available in Chinchilla, about 7 kilometres to the west.

What is the population of Chances Plain? +

The 2021 Census recorded 158 residents in Chances Plain, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled agricultural locality spread across approximately 130 square kilometres.

Is Chances Plain a good place to live? +

Chances Plain suits those seeking a rural farming lifestyle on the Darling Downs, with easy access to Chinchilla's shops and services. It offers wide open spaces and a quiet country community, though urban amenities require driving to Toowoomba or Brisbane.

What is the postcode for Chances Plain? +

Chances Plain uses postcode 4413, shared with Chinchilla and surrounding localities in the Western Downs Region of Queensland.

Is Chances Plain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Chances Plain 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.