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Dalcouth

QLD 4380 • Queensland

220
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
20.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHinterlandQuietAffordable
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About Dalcouth

Dalcouth is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 5.9 kilometres west of Stanthorpe in the Granite Belt — Australia's highest wine-producing region. Perched at an elevation of around 907 metres above sea level near the New South Wales border, the locality covers 20 square kilometres of rugged granite country typical of the region. With a population of approximately 220 people, Dalcouth is a quiet, sparsely settled community surrounded by orchards, vineyards, and native bushland.

The Granite Belt's cool climate makes the Dalcouth area well-suited to cool-climate fruit growing and viticulture, with nearby Stanthorpe serving as the regional hub for wineries, restaurants, and services. The region is popular with visitors for its fruit picking, scenic drives, and Girraween National Park, which lies close to the area and features dramatic granite outcrops and abundant wildflowers. Dalcouth itself is an agricultural locality with limited services on-site, and residents rely on Stanthorpe for shopping, schooling, and healthcare.

Dalcouth falls under postcode 4380 and is governed by the Southern Downs 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
4380
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.66°, 151.99°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
20.11 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4380

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4380, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$33,661
Median 2023–24
$42,222
▲ 25.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,950

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4380; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Stanthorpe / Brisbane Stanthorpe ~10 min; Brisbane ~3h 30min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Warwick then limited service
By Car (Peak)
2h 30min–3h
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 15min–2h 45min

🛣️ Car essential; Stanthorpe is the nearest service centre just 6 km east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Fully car-dependent rural locality; all daily needs require a drive to Stanthorpe

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
220
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
392.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.7 / 100k
2yr Up 48.0% 10yr Up 228.7%
Non-FV assault
863.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 138.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Up 86.6%
Steal from vehicle
243.4 / 100k
2yr Up 44.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Southern Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dalcouth known for? +

Dalcouth is known as a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Granite Belt, located near Stanthorpe in one of Australia's premier cool-climate wine and fruit-growing regions, at an elevation of around 907 metres.

How far is Dalcouth from Brisbane? +

Dalcouth is approximately 220 kilometres south of Brisbane CBD, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the New England Highway.

Does Dalcouth have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Dalcouth directly. Limited regional coach services connect Stanthorpe (about 6 km east) to Brisbane, and a car is the most practical option for getting around.

What is the population of Dalcouth? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dalcouth has a population of approximately 220 people, reflecting its character as a small rural locality in the Granite Belt.

Is Dalcouth a good place to live? +

Dalcouth suits those who appreciate a cool-climate rural lifestyle surrounded by orchards and vineyards, with Stanthorpe's cafes, wineries, and services just minutes away. It is best suited to self-sufficient residents comfortable with a car-dependent, semi-isolated lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Dalcouth? +

The postcode for Dalcouth is 4380, shared with Stanthorpe and surrounding Granite Belt localities.

Is Dalcouth a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dalcouth is part of the Southern 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.