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Formartin

QLD 4404 • Queensland

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
133.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalDarling DownsPeaceful
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About Formartin

Formartin is a small agricultural locality on the Darling Downs in south-east Queensland, situated within the Toowoomba Regional Council area. The locality lies approximately 40 kilometres north of Dalby, 62 kilometres north-west of Toowoomba, and is bounded to the north and north-east by Oakey Creek, a tributary of the Condamine River. Covering around 133 square kilometres, Formartin recorded a 2021 Census population of 89 residents, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled cropping and farming district.

Formartin's fertile Darling Downs soils — ranging from dark self-mulching clay to brown loam — support intensive cropping including grain and irrigated agriculture, particularly along the creek frontages in the north of the locality. The surrounding landscape is the quintessential open plains of the Darling Downs, with broad paddocks and a flat to gently undulating terrain. Nearby centres including Jondaryan (approximately 18 kilometres east) and Oakey provide essential services, while Dalby and Toowoomba offer a full range of retail, schooling, and healthcare facilities. The locality falls within the productive heart of Queensland's agricultural belt.

Formartin falls under postcode 4404 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 Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4404
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.33°, 151.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
133.22 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4404

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4404 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$57,628
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,352

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4404; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Jondaryan / Dalby / Toowoomba Approx. 20 min to Jondaryan, 40 min to Dalby, 1 hour to Toowoomba by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
No direct rail service. Toowoomba has Queensland Rail services to Brisbane; Brisbane is approx. 2.5 hours by road
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2.5-3 hours to Brisbane CBD via Toowoomba
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2.5 hours to Brisbane CBD

🛣️ Car is essential. Warrego Highway and New England Highway provide the main road connections. No public transport in Formartin.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Formartin is a rural cropping locality with no town centre or services; all errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 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 Formartin. 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

What is Formartin known for? +

Formartin is known for its productive cropping land on the Darling Downs, with some of Queensland's most fertile dark self-mulching clay soils supporting grain and mixed farming. The locality sits along Oakey Creek and forms part of the highly productive agricultural belt between Jondaryan and Dalby.

How far is Formartin from Toowoomba? +

Formartin is approximately 62 kilometres north-west of Toowoomba, making it roughly a 55-65 minute drive. It is also approximately 40 kilometres north of Dalby, which is typically the more accessible service town for local residents.

Does Formartin have public transport? +

Formartin has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus service within the locality. Residents rely on private vehicles to access services in nearby towns such as Jondaryan, Oakey, or Dalby.

What is the population of Formartin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Formartin has a population of 89 residents across approximately 133 square kilometres of agricultural land on the Darling Downs.

Is Formartin a good place to live? +

Formartin is suited to those with farming or agricultural interests, offering productive land and the open, unhurried lifestyle of the Darling Downs. Services and schools are available in nearby Jondaryan and Dalby, with Toowoomba providing a full regional centre within about an hour's drive.

What is the postcode for Formartin? +

The postcode for Formartin, QLD is 4404, which is shared with Jondaryan and several other localities in the Darling Downs district of the Toowoomba Region.

Is Formartin a safe area? +

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