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Colinton

QLD 4306 • Queensland

60
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
139.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandAgriculturalLakeside
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About Colinton

Colinton is a small rural locality in South East Queensland, situated approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane near the town of Esk in the Somerset region. The locality covers around 140 square kilometres of farming and bushland country and recorded a population of approximately 60 residents at the 2021 Census. The area is part of the Somerset district, characterised by the upper Brisbane River valley, farming properties, and access to Lake Somerset and Lake Wivenhoe.

Esk, approximately 15 kilometres to the north, provides local services including shops, a school, a hospital, and community facilities. Lake Somerset and Lake Wivenhoe nearby are popular recreational destinations for fishing, camping, and water sports. A private vehicle is essential as no public transport serves the locality.

Colinton falls under postcode 4306 and is governed by the Somerset Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4306
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Somerset
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.48°, 152.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
139.70 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4306

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4306, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$54,209
Median 2023–24
$66,307
▲ 22.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$75,339

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4306; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours

🛣️ D'Aguilar Highway provides road access to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; all errands require a drive to Esk.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
60
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
282.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.6% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
226.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 67.7%
Non-FV assault
973.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 163.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
267.5 / 100k
2yr Down 28.4% 10yr Up 31.9%
View all offence categories for Somerset →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Colinton QLD known for? +

Colinton is a rural locality near Esk in Queensland's Somerset region, known for its farming and bushland country and proximity to Lake Somerset and Lake Wivenhoe — popular destinations for fishing and water recreation.

How far is Colinton QLD from Brisbane CBD? +

Colinton is approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, around 1.5 to 2.5 hours by road via the D'Aguilar Highway.

Does Colinton QLD have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Colinton. Esk (approximately 15 km north) provides the nearest services and a car is essential.

What is the population of Colinton QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Colinton has a population of approximately 60 residents, a small rural locality in the Somerset region.

Is Colinton QLD a good place to live? +

Colinton suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle near Brisbane's hinterland, with Lake Somerset and Lake Wivenhoe for recreation and the D'Aguilar Highway providing road access to the city.

What is the postcode for Colinton QLD? +

The postcode for Colinton, QLD is 4306.

Is Colinton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Colinton is part of the Somerset 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.

What is the population of Colinton? +

Colinton had a population of 60 at the 2021 Census.