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Harlin

QLD 4306 • Queensland

211
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
255.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable
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About Harlin

Harlin is a rural town and locality in the Somerset Region of Queensland, situated within the Somerset Regional Council area. With a 2021 Census population of 211 residents spread across a substantial 255.6 square kilometres, Harlin is a sparsely populated community in the rolling countryside between Brisbane and Toowoomba. The median taxable income in the broader postcode area is in line with rural Queensland averages, reflecting a local economy based on farming, grazing, and small acreage properties.

The locality is characterised by open farmland, gentle hills, and a quiet rural pace of life that appeals to those seeking space and community in regional Queensland. Harlin has a small general store and is within reasonable driving distance of Esk, the main service town for the Somerset Region, which offers supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities. For those drawn to an authentic country lifestyle with access to the Wivenhoe Pocket area and surrounding Somerset landscape, Harlin offers a peaceful, affordable base well removed from urban pressures.

Harlin falls under postcode 4306 and is governed by the Somerset Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4306
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Somerset
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.48°, 152.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
255.57 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4306

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4306, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$54,209
Median 2023–24
$66,307
▲ 22.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$75,339

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4306; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Esk / Ipswich Approx. 1 hr 30 min to Ipswich

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Ipswich then Ipswich Line to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ D'Aguilar Highway connects Harlin to the Brisbane area; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Very limited local facilities; a car is essential for accessing services in Esk or beyond

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
211
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Somerset Local Government Area, which contains Harlin. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
282.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.6% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
226.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 67.7%
Non-FV assault
973.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 163.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
267.5 / 100k
2yr Down 28.4% 10yr Up 31.9%
View all offence categories for Somerset →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harlin known for? +

Harlin is known as a quiet rural locality in the Somerset Region, characterised by open farming land, rolling countryside, and a peaceful community atmosphere in the D'Aguilar ranges foothills.

How far is Harlin from Brisbane? +

Harlin is approximately 110 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, typically a 1 hour 30 minute to 2 hour drive via the D'Aguilar Highway.

Does Harlin have public transport? +

Harlin has very limited public transport options. There is no passenger rail service; the closest practical rail access is at Ipswich, around 80 kilometres east. A car is essential.

What is the population of Harlin? +

The 2021 Census recorded 211 residents in Harlin across a large area of 255.6 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Harlin a good place to live? +

Harlin suits those who value a genuine country lifestyle, affordable land, and wide open spaces, while accepting the need for a car to access services in Esk or the broader Brisbane region.

What is the postcode for Harlin? +

The postcode for Harlin, QLD is 4306.

Is Harlin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Harlin is part of the Somerset 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.