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Felton

QLD 4358 • Queensland

267
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
172.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Felton

Felton is a quiet rural locality situated in the heart of the Darling Downs region of Queensland, approximately 50 kilometres south of Toowoomba and within the Toowoomba Regional Council area. Covering around 172 square kilometres of rich agricultural land, the locality had a population of around 267 people at the 2021 Census, reflecting its deeply rural character. The gently undulating landscape is dominated by broadacre cropping and grazing properties, with the fertile black soils of the Darling Downs making it one of Australia's most productive farming regions.

Life in Felton revolves around the land, with farming families forming the backbone of this close-knit community. Residents enjoy the peace and space of country living, with the nearby township of Cambooya providing basic services, while Toowoomba — the Darling Downs' regional hub — offers full shopping, hospitals, schools, and entertainment within an easy drive. The locality suits those seeking wide-open spaces, agricultural opportunities, and a strong sense of rural community away from city pressures.

Felton falls under postcode 4358 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Condamine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4358
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Condamine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.73°, 151.86°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
172.56 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4358

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4358, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,984
Median 2023–24
$58,781
▲ 27.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,997

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4358; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
205 km
By Train
N/A — no direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hrs

🛣️ Closest city is Toowoomba (~50 km). Brisbane is accessible via the Warrego Hwy.

Walkability Car-Dependent

No footpaths or public transport; a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
267
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
826.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.3% 10yr Up 12.0%
Motor vehicle theft
288.8 / 100k
2yr Down 19.5% 10yr Up 68.7%
Non-FV assault
879.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 124.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
15 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Up 145.8%
Steal from vehicle
446 / 100k
2yr Down 14.1% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence categories for Toowoomba →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Felton QLD? +

Felton is a rural locality in the Darling Downs region of Queensland, about 50 kilometres south of Toowoomba in the Toowoomba Regional Council area.

What is Felton known for? +

Felton is known for its fertile agricultural land, broadacre cropping, and grazing properties on the rich black soils of the Darling Downs — one of Australia's premier farming regions.

How far is Felton from Toowoomba? +

Felton is approximately 50 kilometres south of Toowoomba, around a 40–45 minute drive via local roads.

What services are available near Felton? +

The nearby township of Cambooya provides basic services, while Toowoomba offers full shopping, medical facilities, schools, and entertainment.

Is Felton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Felton is part of the Toowoomba 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.

What is the population of Felton? +

Felton had a population of 267 at the 2021 Census.