Gowrie Junction
QLD 4352 • Rest of QLD
About Gowrie Junction
Gowrie Junction is a rural locality in the Toowoomba Region, Queensland, situated approximately 10 kilometres north-west of Toowoomba CBD on the Darling Downs. With a population of 2,242, the area sits at an elevation of 469 metres and covers 25.6 square kilometres. The community has seen steady growth of 5.8% from 2016, with a predominantly family-oriented demographic and a median income of 9,260.
Life in Gowrie Junction centres on spacious rural and semi-rural properties, offering a peaceful country lifestyle within easy reach of Toowoomba's urban amenities. The locality features the small town of Gowrie with local community facilities, and residents enjoy proximity to the region's agricultural heritage and scenic hinterland. Key employment sectors include healthcare, manufacturing, and construction, reflecting the broader Toowoomba economic base.
Gowrie Junction falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by Toowoomba Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Condamine electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Toowoomba Bus Routes — Toowoomba CBD via Gowrie 15-20 min
Commute to Brisbane
🛣️ No rail service. Toowoomba CBD is 10 km away. Greyhound/bus coaches run to Brisbane via Warrego Highway.
Rural locality with no footpaths or local shops; car essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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9625 New England Highway
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Old Homebush Road
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10459 New England Highway
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Karara School Road
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Oakey Road
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75 Highfields Road
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Shirley Road
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49 Murphy's Creek School Road
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Pozieres School Road
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173 Ramsay School Road
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 31
- 2. New Zealand 30
- 3. South Africa 14
- 4. United States 8
- 5. Zimbabwe 8
- 6. Philippines 7
- 7. Scotland 5
- 8. Germany 4
- 9. Papua New Guinea 4
- 10. Singapore 4
- 11. Wales 4
- 12. Netherlands 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)