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Greenswamp

QLD 4413 • Queensland

77
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
162.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalOutback
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About Greenswamp

Greenswamp is a remote rural locality in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, situated in the Maranoa electorate and the state electorate of Warrego. Covering approximately 162 square kilometres of open agricultural land, the locality is bounded to the south-east by the Condamine River and lies in the rolling downs country of the Darling Downs hinterland. With a 2021 Census population of 77 residents, Greenswamp is a very sparsely settled farming district, typical of Queensland's vast Western Downs pastoral interior.

The surrounding Western Downs region is one of Queensland's most significant agricultural areas, supporting broadacre cropping, beef cattle, and sheep farming across its fertile plains and river flats. The nearest service towns of Bell and Dalby provide access to essential retail, health, and community services. The Lallalindi Fossicking Site near Greenswamp attracts visitors interested in gemstone fossicking in the broader Bunya Mountains and Western Downs area. Life in Greenswamp revolves around farming and the land, with a strong rural community character connected to the wider Western Downs network.

Greenswamp falls under postcode 4413 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
4413
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.80°, 150.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
162.22 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4413

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4413, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,211
Median 2023–24
$58,205
▲ 28.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,289

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4413; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
210 km
By Train
No direct train service; car to Dalby then road to Brisbane (~3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car is essential; access via Warrego Highway through Dalby

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote farming locality with no local services; a private vehicle is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
77
▲ 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 Greenswamp. 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 Greenswamp known for? +

Greenswamp is known as a quiet farming locality in Queensland's Western Downs Region, characterised by broadacre cropping, beef cattle grazing, and the open Condamine River plains. The nearby Lallalindi Fossicking Site is a local point of interest for gem fossickers.

How far is Greenswamp from Brisbane? +

Greenswamp is approximately 210 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the Warrego Highway through Toowoomba and Dalby.

Does Greenswamp have public transport? +

Greenswamp has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus service to the locality, and the nearest town with any services is Bell or Dalby. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Greenswamp? +

According to the 2021 Census, Greenswamp has a population of approximately 77 residents spread across a large area of around 162 square kilometres, reflecting the sparsely settled nature of Western Downs farming country.

Is Greenswamp a good place to live? +

Greenswamp suits those deeply connected to rural and agricultural life, offering vast open space, a quiet farming community, and proximity to the Condamine River. It is best suited to farming families and those who value remote country living over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Greenswamp QLD? +

The postcode for Greenswamp, Queensland is 4413.

Is Greenswamp a safe area? +

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