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Glen Niven

QLD 4377 • Queensland

99
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
8.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAffordableSemi-Rural
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About Glen Niven

Glen Niven is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, situated on the Granite Belt near the New South Wales border, approximately 15 kilometres east of Stanthorpe. With a population of 99 at the 2021 Census, the locality covers 8.5 square kilometres of elevated countryside in the Darling Downs region. The area was named after the now-abandoned Glen Niven railway station, which in turn was named after Laurence Niven, a manager at one of the local tin mines that once operated in the district.

Glen Niven's landscape is characterised by the granite outcrops and cool-climate terrain of the Granite Belt, an area renowned for its vineyards, orchards, and stone fruit production. While there are no schools or shops within the locality itself, the nearby towns of Stanthorpe and Applethorpe provide access to primary and secondary schools, supermarkets, and community services. The broader Granite Belt region is a popular destination for wine tasting and agritourism, and residents enjoy a temperate climate with distinct seasons — a rarity in Queensland.

Glen Niven falls under postcode 4377 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
4377
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.59°, 151.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
8.52 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4377

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4377 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$36,435
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$46,805

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4377; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Stanthorpe 15-20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest active station is Warwick (approximately 60 km away)
By Car (Peak)
3-3.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5-3 hrs

🛣️ Stanthorpe (15 km) is the nearest town for services. Access via the New England Highway. Toowoomba is approximately 160 km to the north.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small rural locality with no shops, schools, or services; residents drive to Stanthorpe or Applethorpe for all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
99
▲ 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 Glen Niven. 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 Glen Niven known for? +

Glen Niven is a quiet rural locality on Queensland's Granite Belt, historically linked to tin mining. The area is part of the broader Granite Belt wine and agricultural region, known for its cool climate, granite outcrops, and surrounding vineyards and orchards.

How far is Glen Niven from Stanthorpe? +

Glen Niven is approximately 15 kilometres east of Stanthorpe, the nearest town, which is around a 15 minute drive.

Does Glen Niven have public transport? +

Public transport in Glen Niven is very limited. There is no rail service — the former Glen Niven railway station is now abandoned. Limited bus services operate in the broader Southern Downs area, but a car is essential.

What is the population of Glen Niven? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glen Niven has a population of 99 people across 8.5 square kilometres, making it a small, close-knit rural community on the Granite Belt.

Is Glen Niven a good place to live? +

Glen Niven suits those who appreciate a quiet rural lifestyle in a cool-climate setting with distinct seasons. The Granite Belt's vineyards and agritourism scene are nearby, and Stanthorpe provides essential services, though a car is necessary for daily life.

What is the postcode for Glen Niven? +

The postcode for Glen Niven, Queensland is 4377.

Is Glen Niven a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glen Niven 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.