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Dargal Road

QLD 4455 • Queensland

198
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackAgriculturalQuiet
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About Dargal Road

Dargal Road is a rural locality in the Maranoa Region of outback Queensland, situated near the town of Roma approximately 480 kilometres west of Brisbane. Covering around 24.9 square kilometres of Mitchell Downs grazing country, the locality had a population of 198 at the 2021 Census spread across scattered pastoral properties. It falls within the Maranoa Regional Council local government area and is bounded to the south by the Warrego Highway and the Western railway line.

The area is characteristic of Queensland's inland pastoral country — flat to gently undulating terrain supporting sheep and cattle operations, with Bungeworgorai Creek forming the western boundary. Roma, just minutes away, serves as the regional hub offering supermarkets, schools, a hospital, Roma Airport, and essential services for the surrounding district. Dargal Road suits those connected to the agricultural and pastoral industries, offering wide open spaces and the unhurried rhythms of outback Queensland life.

Dargal Road falls under postcode 4455 and is governed by the Maranoa 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
4455
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Maranoa
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.73°, 148.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.90 km²
Population Density
8 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4455

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4455, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$51,107
Median 2023–24
$61,800
▲ 20.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,156

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4455; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / regional coach — Brisbane / Charleville 6–7 hours to Brisbane

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
480 km
By Train
No passenger train service; freight rail only on the Western line
By Car (Peak)
4h 30min–5h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4h 30min–5h

🛣️ Car essential; Roma Airport offers regional flights to Brisbane (approx. 1h flight)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; no local amenities in the locality itself — all services are in Roma

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
198
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
385.5 / 100k
2yr Down 68.5% 10yr Down 17.0%
Motor vehicle theft
118.6 / 100k
2yr Down 80.4% 10yr Up 27.8%
Non-FV assault
985.9 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Up 99.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
170.5 / 100k
2yr Down 70.3% 10yr Down 48.7%
View all offence categories for Maranoa →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dargal Road known for? +

Dargal Road is a rural pastoral locality near Roma in Queensland's Maranoa Region, known for its grazing properties and agricultural character on the Mitchell Downs.

How far is Dargal Road from Brisbane CBD? +

Dargal Road is approximately 480 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, typically a 4.5 to 5.5 hour drive along the Warrego Highway.

Does Dargal Road have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Dargal Road. The Western railway line runs nearby but carries freight only. Roma, just minutes away, has coach connections to Brisbane and a regional airport.

What is the population of Dargal Road? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dargal Road had a population of 198 people, up from 152 in 2016 — a growth of around 30% over five years.

Is Dargal Road a good place to live? +

Dargal Road suits those with ties to the pastoral and agricultural industries of outback Queensland. The proximity to Roma means essential services are readily accessible, while the locality offers a genuinely rural and wide-open lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Dargal Road? +

The postcode for Dargal Road is 4455, shared with Roma and surrounding localities in the Maranoa Region.

Is Dargal Road a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dargal Road is part of the Maranoa 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.