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Deuchar

QLD 4362 • Queensland

327
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
39.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableHistoricAcreage
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About Deuchar

Deuchar is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 17 kilometres north-northwest of Warwick and 67 kilometres south of Toowoomba. At the 2021 census it had a population of 327 residents across 39.5 square kilometres. The area is part of the Darling Downs agricultural belt and features gently undulating farmland with a historic Catholic heritage, including the Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Deuchar offers a peaceful rural lifestyle centred on agriculture, with beef cattle and mixed farming dominating the local economy. Residents rely on Warwick for shopping, schools, and medical services. The locality appeals to those seeking affordable acreage properties on the Darling Downs, with easy access to the New England Highway connecting Toowoomba and the NSW border.

Deuchar falls under postcode 4362 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
4362
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.05°, 151.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.35 km²
Population Density
8 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4362

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4362, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$34,005
Median 2023–24
$44,738
▲ 31.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,447

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4362; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / NSW TrainLink coach — Warwick to Toowoomba 50 min to Toowoomba

Commute to Warwick

Distance
17 km
By Train
N/A — no passenger rail service
By Bus
N/A — no regular local bus service
By Car (Peak)
20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Warwick is the nearest service centre. Toowoomba is about 50 min by car.

Walkability Car Essential

No footpaths or local services. A car is required for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
327
▲ 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 Deuchar. 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 Deuchar known for? +

Deuchar is a peaceful farming locality on the Southern Downs north-west of Warwick, with beef cattle grazing and mixed cropping on rolling country. The locality has historic roots and offers affordable rural acreage.

How far is Deuchar from Warwick? +

Deuchar is approximately 17 kilometres north-west of Warwick in Queensland's Southern Downs Region, a drive of about 20 minutes via local rural roads.

Does Deuchar have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Deuchar. Warwick provides all essential services and is accessible by private vehicle.

What is the population of Deuchar? +

The 2021 Census recorded 327 residents in Deuchar, a small but established rural locality in Queensland's Southern Downs Region.

Is Deuchar a good place to live? +

Deuchar suits farming families and those seeking affordable rural acreage within easy reach of Warwick's schools, shops, and medical services. The Southern Downs scenery and agricultural character give the area a genuine country feel.

What is the postcode for Deuchar? +

The postcode for Deuchar is 4362, covering parts of the Warwick area in Queensland's Southern Downs Region.

Is Deuchar a safe area? +

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