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Dallarnil

QLD 4621 • Queensland

245
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
148.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Dallarnil

Dallarnil is a small rural town and locality in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, situated approximately 352 kilometres north-northwest of Brisbane and 31.5 kilometres south-west of Childers. The locality covers a substantial 148.6 square kilometres of predominantly pastoral and agricultural land, and had a population of 245 at the 2021 Census. Governed by the North Burnett Regional Council, Dallarnil sits in the Wide Bay-Burnett area of Queensland, a region historically shaped by farming and timber industries.

Dallarnil has a quiet, self-contained rural character, with the neighbouring hamlet of Stanton also falling within the locality boundary. The area supports grazing and mixed farming, and residents rely on nearby Childers — a charming heritage town famed for its avocado and citrus orchards — for most goods and services. Bundaberg, a regional hub approximately 78 kilometres to the south-west, provides broader retail, medical, and employment options. Dallarnil suits those who value wide open spaces, a tight-knit community, and the unhurried pace of rural Queensland life.

Dallarnil falls under postcode 4621 and is governed by the North Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4621
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
North Burnett
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.54°, 152.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
148.56 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4621

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4621 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$34,819
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,029

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4621; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Childers / Bundaberg Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

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

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway and regional roads; Bundaberg is the nearest significant service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dallarnil has minimal local infrastructure; all daily errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
245
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.8 / 100k
2yr Down 32.5% 10yr Up 50.5%
Motor vehicle theft
216.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.6% 10yr Up 188.4%
Non-FV assault
942.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.8% 10yr Up 144.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
9.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
207.3 / 100k
2yr Down 23.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for North Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dallarnil known for? +

Dallarnil is a small rural town in Queensland's North Burnett Region, historically associated with farming and grazing. It is located near the heritage town of Childers and serves as a quiet base for those working the surrounding agricultural land.

How far is Dallarnil from Brisbane? +

Dallarnil is approximately 352 kilometres north-northwest of Brisbane, making it a roughly 4-hour drive via the Bruce Highway and regional roads.

Does Dallarnil have public transport? +

Dallarnil has no rail service and very limited public transport connections. A private vehicle is essential for residents travelling to Childers, Bundaberg, or other regional centres.

What is the population of Dallarnil? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dallarnil had a population of 245 people, making it a small but established rural locality in the North Burnett Region.

Is Dallarnil a good place to live? +

Dallarnil suits people who enjoy a relaxed, rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a close-knit community. Services are limited locally, but the nearby town of Childers offers essentials, and Bundaberg is within reasonable driving distance for larger needs.

What is the postcode for Dallarnil? +

The postcode for Dallarnil, Queensland is 4621.

Is Dallarnil a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dallarnil is part of the North Burnett 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.