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Grosmont

QLD 4419 • Queensland

135
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
839.39 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalOutbackQuiet
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About Grosmont

Grosmont is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, located approximately 427 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. Covering a vast 839 square kilometres of agricultural and pastoral land, the locality is situated 38 kilometres south-east of Taroom and 90 kilometres north-north-west of Miles. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 135, reflecting the extremely low-density character of this remote Queensland locality.

The Leichhardt Highway passes through the Grosmont area, connecting it to the wider Western Downs region. Land use is dominated by cattle grazing and cropping, with properties spread across the expansive terrain. Residents rely on Taroom or Miles for essential services, and the nearest larger centre of Dalby is approximately 217 kilometres to the south-east. Grosmont State School has historically served the scattered local community, and the area suits those with pastoral industry connections seeking a quiet, remote lifestyle.

Grosmont falls under postcode 4419 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 Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4419
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.07°, 149.78°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
839.39 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4419

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4419 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,762
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$36,411

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4419; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Miles / Taroom N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
427 km
By Train
No rail service; drive to Miles or Dalby for limited connections
By Car (Peak)
5 hr – 5 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 30 min – 5 hr

🛣️ Leichhardt Highway is the main road corridor. Dalby and Toowoomba are the nearest larger centres.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Grosmont is a remote rural locality with no local shops — all errands require driving to Taroom or Miles

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
135
▲ 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 Grosmont. 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 Grosmont known for? +

Grosmont is known as a remote pastoral locality in Queensland's Western Downs, characterised by cattle grazing and broad-acre farming across its vast 840 square kilometre area. Grosmont State School has long served the scattered local community.

How far is Grosmont from Brisbane? +

Grosmont is approximately 427 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, making it roughly a 4.5 to 5.5 hour drive via the Leichhardt Highway and connecting roads.

Does Grosmont have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Grosmont. The nearest rail access is near Miles, approximately 90 kilometres to the south. A car is essential for all travel in and around the area.

What is the population of Grosmont? +

According to the 2021 Census, Grosmont has a population of 135 people spread across approximately 840 square kilometres, making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland's Western Downs Region.

Is Grosmont a good place to live? +

Grosmont suits people with strong ties to the pastoral industry who value a very quiet, isolated lifestyle surrounded by open countryside. Taroom (38 km) and Miles (90 km) are the nearest service centres.

What is the postcode for Grosmont? +

The postcode for Grosmont is 4419, which covers the Taroom and surrounding Western Downs localities in central Queensland.

Is Grosmont a safe area? +

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