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Condamine

QLD 4416 • Queensland

294
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
786.88 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricRemote
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About Condamine

Condamine is a rural town and locality in Queensland's Western Downs Region, situated approximately 334 kilometres west of Brisbane and 33 kilometres south of Miles along the Leichhardt Highway. According to the 2021 Census, the locality had a population of 294 residents, reflecting its character as a small, tight-knit agricultural community set amid the flat, open plains of Queensland's Darling Downs and Western Downs country. The area spans a vast 787 square kilometres, encompassing extensive grazing and cropping land typical of this part of inland Queensland.

Condamine is steeped in pastoral history and is reputedly the birthplace of the Condamine Bell — a distinctive hand-forged sheet metal bell originally used by drovers to locate cattle herds on the open plains. The Condamine River flows through the region, supporting agricultural activity and providing a connection to the wider river system that drains much of inland Queensland. The town offers essential services for the surrounding farming community, and the broader Western Downs area is known for its strong agricultural production including cattle grazing and grain crops. The nearby town of Miles provides access to additional services, schools, and health facilities.

Condamine falls under postcode 4416 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
4416
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.00°, 149.80°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
786.88 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4416

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4416 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$59,718
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,058

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4416; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Dalby / Miles / Brisbane Varies; Brisbane approx 4 hrs

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
334 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3–3.5 hrs

🛣️ Access via Leichhardt Highway and Warrego Highway. Miles is the nearest service hub 33km north.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small rural town where a car is essential for all but the most basic local errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
294
▲ 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 Condamine. 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 Condamine known for? +

Condamine is historically famous as the reputed birthplace of the Condamine Bell, a hand-forged sheet metal bell used by drovers to locate cattle on the open plains. It is also known for its pastoral heritage, the Condamine River, and its role as a service community in Queensland's Western Downs agricultural region.

How far is Condamine from Brisbane? +

Condamine is approximately 334 kilometres west of Brisbane, accessible via the Warrego and Leichhardt Highways. The drive typically takes around 3.5–4 hours depending on conditions.

Does Condamine have public transport? +

Condamine has very limited public transport. There is no rail service; the nearest rail connections are at larger towns such as Dalby or Miles. A private vehicle is the primary and most practical means of transport for residents.

What is the population of Condamine? +

According to the 2021 Census, Condamine had a population of 294 residents. It is a small rural community serving the surrounding agricultural and grazing properties of the Western Downs Region.

Is Condamine a good place to live? +

Condamine suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with a strong agricultural community feel. It offers an affordable and spacious way of life far from city pressures, though residents must be comfortable with limited services and reliance on private transport.

What is the postcode for Condamine? +

The postcode for Condamine is 4416, shared with several surrounding rural localities in the Western Downs Region of Queensland.

Is Condamine a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Condamine 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.