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Hirstglen

QLD 4359 • Queensland

77
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
42.89 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Hirstglen

Hirstglen is a small rural locality in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland, situated on the Darling Downs approximately 40 to 50 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba in the state electorate of Lockyer. The locality covers around 43 square kilometres of typical Darling Downs farming land, with a 2021 Census population of just 77 residents. Hirstglen is an agricultural community surrounded by cropping properties and grazing country in this productive region of south-east Queensland.

The Darling Downs is celebrated as one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions, and the farmland around Hirstglen contributes to this legacy through cereal cropping, mixed farming, and beef cattle production. Residents access day-to-day services via Toowoomba — Queensland's second-largest inland city — which offers extensive retail, health, education, and cultural amenities within roughly 30 to 45 minutes by car. The quiet, open country character of Hirstglen appeals to farming families and those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle on the fertile slopes of the Great Dividing Range.

Hirstglen falls under postcode 4359 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4359
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.79°, 152.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
42.89 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4359

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4359 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,474
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,564

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4359; 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
145 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Toowoomba (~40 km) then Queensland Rail to Brisbane (~2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Car essential; access via Warrego Highway to Toowoomba, then Toowoomba Range or Toowoomba Second Range Crossing to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural farming locality with no local shops or footpaths; a car is essential for all daily 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 Toowoomba Local Government Area, which contains Hirstglen. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
826.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.3% 10yr Up 12.0%
Motor vehicle theft
288.8 / 100k
2yr Down 19.5% 10yr Up 68.7%
Non-FV assault
879.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 124.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
15 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Up 145.8%
Steal from vehicle
446 / 100k
2yr Down 14.1% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence categories for Toowoomba →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hirstglen known for? +

Hirstglen is a quiet farming locality on the Darling Downs, known for its productive agricultural land and peaceful rural character. The surrounding Toowoomba Region is one of Queensland's most significant food-producing areas, with mixed farming, cropping, and cattle grazing all common in the locality.

How far is Hirstglen from Toowoomba? +

Hirstglen is approximately 40 to 50 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba, a drive of around 30 to 45 minutes via local roads. Toowoomba is the primary service centre for residents of Hirstglen.

Does Hirstglen have public transport? +

Hirstglen has no public transport services. There are no bus or train services to the locality; residents rely entirely on private vehicles for all travel to town and services.

What is the population of Hirstglen? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hirstglen has a population of approximately 77 residents across a 43 square kilometre area, a reflection of the sparsely settled nature of the Darling Downs farming belt.

Is Hirstglen a good place to live? +

Hirstglen is well suited to farming families and those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on the Darling Downs, with ample open space and productive agricultural surroundings. Access to Toowoomba's extensive services within roughly 30 to 45 minutes makes it more practical than many remote localities.

What is the postcode for Hirstglen QLD? +

The postcode for Hirstglen, Queensland is 4359.

Is Hirstglen a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hirstglen is part of the Toowoomba 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.