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Jimbour East

QLD 4406 • Queensland

197
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
289.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricRemote
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About Jimbour East

Jimbour East is a rural locality on the fertile Darling Downs in south-east Queensland, situated approximately 45 kilometres north of Dalby and within the Toowoomba Regional Council area. Covering nearly 290 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled agricultural district where the land use is a mixture of broadacre cropping and grazing on native vegetation. With a 2021 Census population of 197 people across 64 dwellings, Jimbour East is one of the quieter corners of the Darling Downs region.

The locality shares its name and heritage with the historic Jimbour pastoral run, first established in the 1840s — the name believed to mean 'sheep' or 'good grass' in an unrecorded local Aboriginal language. The nearby Jimbour House, a heritage-listed homestead, reflects the deep pastoral history of the area. Life in Jimbour East revolves around the land; residents typically travel to Dalby or Chinchilla for shopping and services. The landscape is characterised by the broad, open plains and rich black soils that make the Darling Downs one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions.

Jimbour East falls under postcode 4406 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
4406
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.89°, 150.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
289.69 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4406

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4406 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,345
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$75,479

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4406; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Dalby / Toowoomba Approx. 45-60 min to Dalby

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No direct rail service; nearest rail at Toowoomba (approx. 120 km south-east)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hrs

🛣️ Car is essential; Warrego Highway via Dalby provides main route to Toowoomba and Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no shops or services; all daily needs require a car trip to Dalby or surrounding towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
197
▲ 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 Jimbour East. 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 Jimbour East known for? +

Jimbour East is known for its rich pastoral heritage on the Darling Downs, including the historic Jimbour pastoral run established in the 1840s. The area is characterised by broadacre cropping and grazing on the fertile black soils that make the Darling Downs one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions.

How far is Jimbour East from Brisbane? +

Jimbour East is approximately 200 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Warrego Highway through Toowoomba and Dalby.

Does Jimbour East have public transport? +

Jimbour East has no regular public transport. There is no passenger rail in the area, and bus services are very limited. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Jimbour East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jimbour East has a population of 197 people across 64 dwellings, making it one of the smaller rural localities on the Darling Downs.

Is Jimbour East a good place to live? +

Jimbour East suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle surrounded by the open plains of the Darling Downs. It appeals to farming families and those connected to the agricultural industry, though residents need to travel to Dalby or Toowoomba for most goods and services.

What is the postcode for Jimbour East? +

The postcode for Jimbour East, QLD is 4406.

Is Jimbour East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Jimbour East 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.