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Ducklo

QLD 4405 • Queensland

306
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
271.93 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteSemi-Rural

About Ducklo

Ducklo is a quiet rural locality on Queensland's Darling Downs, situated within the Western Downs Regional Council area approximately 39 kilometres northwest of Dalby. The locality covers a large area of 271.9 square kilometres and recorded a population of 306 in the 2021 Census, spread across around 104 dwellings. The median household income sits around the national average, reflecting the agricultural character of the district where broad-acre farming — particularly grain, cotton, and mixed cropping — defines the landscape.

Life in Ducklo revolves around the land, with vast pastoral properties and cropping farms stretching across the black soil plains typical of the Darling Downs. Residents rely on the nearby town of Dalby for most services, including shopping, schools, healthcare, and community facilities. The area attracts those seeking a rural lifestyle on large acreage blocks, with timbered properties, open paddocks, and the quiet rhythms of a farming community that has shaped this corner of Queensland for generations.

Ducklo falls under postcode 4405 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4405
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.28°, 151.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
271.93 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Dalby (nearest town) Approx. 35 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
202 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway through Dalby; a car is essential for all daily needs

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Ducklo is a dispersed rural locality with no footpaths or local shops; a car is required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
306
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ducklo known for? +

Ducklo is known for its broad-acre farming on the fertile black soil plains of the Darling Downs, with properties dedicated to grain, cotton, and mixed cropping typical of the Western Downs region.

How far is Ducklo from Brisbane? +

Ducklo is approximately 202 kilometres west of Brisbane, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Warrego Highway through Dalby.

Does Ducklo have public transport? +

Ducklo has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus connection, and a private vehicle is essential for accessing services in the nearest town of Dalby, approximately 39 kilometres away.

What is the population of Ducklo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ducklo has a population of 306 residents across approximately 104 dwellings, spread over a large rural area of around 272 square kilometres.

Is Ducklo a good place to live? +

Ducklo suits those who value the space and quiet of rural Queensland — large acreage properties, open skies, and a close-knit farming community, though residents should be prepared for limited local services and long drives to larger towns.

What is the postcode for Ducklo? +

The postcode for Ducklo, Queensland is 4405.