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Ducklo

QLD 4405 • Queensland

306
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
271.93 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteSemi-Rural
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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 Western Downs 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
4405
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs
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
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4405

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4405, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,766
Median 2023–24
$56,066
▲ 22.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,708

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4405; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 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)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
657.5 / 100k
2yr Down 30.7% 10yr Up 20.4%
Motor vehicle theft
401.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.7% 10yr Up 135.9%
Non-FV assault
1,093.1 / 100k
2yr Down 23.7% 10yr Up 96.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr Down 41.0% 10yr Down 42.6%
Steal from vehicle
663.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 35.2%
View all offence categories for Western Downs →

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

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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.

Is Ducklo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ducklo is part of the Western 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.