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Croftby

QLD 4310 • Queensland

129
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
75.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietScenic RimAffordable
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About Croftby

Croftby is a small rural locality in Queensland's Scenic Rim region, situated approximately 90 kilometres south-west of Brisbane within the Scenic Rim Regional Council area. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 129 residents across 54 dwellings, spread over more than 75 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land. The area carries a modest median income of around $37,924, and its sparse settlement and rural character are typical of the Scenic Rim hinterland.

Surrounded by rolling green hills, grazing paddocks, and the broader natural beauty of the Scenic Rim, Croftby suits those seeking a quiet country lifestyle well away from the city. The nearby township of Boonah, roughly 15 kilometres to the south-east, provides residents with essential services including shops, schools, and medical facilities. The wider Scenic Rim region offers outstanding outdoor recreation, with national parks such as Main Range and the hinterland surrounding the Teviot Range within reasonable driving distance.

Croftby falls under postcode 4310 and is governed by the Scenic Rim 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
4310
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Scenic Rim
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.12°, 152.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
75.56 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4310

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4310, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,924
Median 2023–24
$47,969
▲ 26.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,459

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4310; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Boonah township Approx. 20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via Cunningham Highway or Mt Lindesay Highway; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services in the locality; all daily errands require a car to reach Boonah

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
129
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
320.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.0% 10yr Down 48.3%
Motor vehicle theft
179.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 31.2%
Non-FV assault
523 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 168.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.4 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.5 / 100k
2yr Up 29.5% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Scenic Rim →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Croftby known for? +

Croftby is a small rural locality known for its quiet farming landscape and its setting within Queensland's picturesque Scenic Rim region, surrounded by national parks and hinterland scenery.

How far is Croftby from Brisbane? +

Croftby is approximately 90 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, making it around a 1.5 to 2 hour drive depending on traffic and the route taken via the Cunningham or Mt Lindesay Highway.

Does Croftby have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Croftby. Public transport is very limited in the locality, and a private vehicle is essential for getting around and accessing services in nearby Boonah.

What is the population of Croftby? +

According to the 2021 Census, Croftby has a population of 129 residents across approximately 54 dwellings, spread over 75 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Croftby a good place to live? +

Croftby suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the Scenic Rim hinterland, with open paddocks, natural scenery, and a genuine country community feel, though all services require a drive to Boonah.

What is the postcode for Croftby? +

The postcode for Croftby is 4310, which also covers Boonah and surrounding Scenic Rim localities.

Is Croftby a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Croftby is part of the Scenic Rim 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.