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Kilbirnie

QLD 4354 • Queensland

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
31.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietDarling Downs
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About Kilbirnie

Kilbirnie is a rural locality in the Toowoomba Region, Queensland, situated on the Darling Downs approximately 35 kilometres north-west of Toowoomba and around 121 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane. The locality covers around 32 square kilometres, sharing the 4354 postcode with nearby Goombungee and Douglas. With a 2021 Census population of 68 residents across approximately 27 dwellings, Kilbirnie is a sparsely settled farming district administered by Toowoomba Regional Council.

The area is characteristic of the broader Darling Downs agricultural landscape, with properties engaged in grazing and cropping on the fertile plains and gently undulating terrain surrounding the locality. The nearest township of Goombungee, approximately 8–10 kilometres away, provides a small general store and community facilities, while Toowoomba to the south-east is the major regional centre for healthcare, education, and retail services. Kilbirnie is suited to those who embrace a working farm lifestyle with wide open spaces, though daily life requires a vehicle as there are no local services or public transport within the locality.

Kilbirnie falls under postcode 4354 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Condamine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4354
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Condamine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.34°, 151.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
31.82 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4354

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4354, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,177
Median 2023–24
$50,652
▲ 29.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,018

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4354; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Goombungee / Toowoomba Car travel required; no scheduled public bus service

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
121 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
85-105 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
75-90 min

🛣️ Access via Toowoomba–Cecil Plains Road and Warrego Highway; Toowoomba is the key regional hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kilbirnie has no local services or amenities; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 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 Kilbirnie. 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 Kilbirnie known for? +

Kilbirnie is a quiet rural locality on the Darling Downs, known for its farming and grazing properties. The district has a long agricultural history, with early settler schools established in the area from the late 19th century.

How far is Kilbirnie from Toowoomba? +

Kilbirnie is approximately 35 kilometres north-west of Toowoomba, with the nearest township of Goombungee located around 8–10 kilometres away providing basic community services.

Does Kilbirnie have public transport? +

Kilbirnie has no public transport services. There is no bus or rail connection within the locality, and private vehicle ownership is essential for accessing services in Goombungee or Toowoomba.

What is the population of Kilbirnie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kilbirnie has a population of 68 residents across approximately 27 dwellings, making it a very small farming locality in the Toowoomba Region.

Is Kilbirnie a good place to live? +

Kilbirnie is well-suited to farming families or those seeking wide-open rural space on the Darling Downs. Its flat to gently rolling terrain and proximity to Goombungee and Toowoomba make it a practical rural base, though all services require a car trip to nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Kilbirnie? +

The postcode for Kilbirnie, Queensland is 4354.

Is Kilbirnie a safe area? +

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