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Highland Plains (Toowoomba - Qld)

QLD 4401 • Queensland

60
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
57.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemote

About Highland Plains (Toowoomba - Qld)

Highland Plains is a small rural locality on the Darling Downs in Queensland, situated approximately 150 kilometres west of Brisbane near Toowoomba and the town of Dalby. The locality covers around 58 square kilometres of productive Darling Downs cropping and grazing country and recorded a population of approximately 60 residents at the 2021 Census. The area is typical of the western Darling Downs, with broad black soil plains supporting wheat, sorghum, cotton, and beef cattle.

Dalby, approximately 30 kilometres to the west, and Toowoomba (roughly 70 kilometres to the east) provide the main services for the district including hospitals, schools, and supermarkets. The western Darling Downs is known as one of Australia's most productive agricultural zones with exceptional black soil fertility. A private vehicle is essential as no public transport serves the locality.

Highland Plains (Toowoomba - Qld) falls under postcode 4401 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Condamine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4401
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Groom
State Electorate
Condamine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.47°, 151.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
57.86 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dalby
30 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
No direct train service; Queensland Rail from Toowoomba (approx. 70 km east) to Brisbane; approx. 2.5 hours
By Car (Peak)
2–3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hours

🛣️ Warrego Highway provides road access to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; all errands require a drive to Dalby or Toowoomba.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
60
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Highland Plains QLD known for? +

Highland Plains is a farming locality on the western Darling Downs near Dalby, known for its productive black soil agricultural country used for wheat, sorghum, cotton, and beef cattle.

How far is Highland Plains QLD from Brisbane CBD? +

Highland Plains is approximately 150 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, around 2 to 3 hours by road via the Warrego Highway.

Does Highland Plains QLD have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Highland Plains. Queensland Rail services operate from Toowoomba (approximately 70 km east) to Brisbane, and a car is essential for local travel.

What is the population of Highland Plains QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Highland Plains has a population of approximately 60 residents, a small farming locality on the western Darling Downs.

Is Highland Plains QLD a good place to live? +

Highland Plains suits those engaged in broadacre farming on the Darling Downs, with both Dalby and Toowoomba providing regional services and Brisbane accessible within a couple of hours.

What is the postcode for Highland Plains QLD? +

The postcode for Highland Plains (Toowoomba), QLD is 4401.

What is the population of Highland Plains? +

Highland Plains had a population of 60 at the 2021 Census.