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Kings Siding

QLD 4401 • Queensland

15
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
5.47 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordable
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About Kings Siding

Kings Siding is a small rural locality in the Toowoomba Region of south-east Queensland, covering approximately 5.5 square kilometres of gently undulating farmland west of Toowoomba. The 2021 Census recorded a population of around 15 residents, making it one of the Condamine electorate's quietest corners. The locality's name reflects its historical connection to the Queensland rail network, as a former siding (a short section of additional track) used to service rural properties in the area.

The lifestyle in Kings Siding is decidedly rural, with residents primarily engaged in mixed farming and grazing. Everyday amenities, schools, and shopping are accessed in nearby Toowoomba, which is one of Queensland's largest inland cities and lies within easy driving distance. The Darling Downs setting means residents enjoy open paddocks, clean inland air, and a tight-knit farming community characteristic of the Condamine region.

Kings Siding falls under postcode 4401 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Groom, while state elections fall under the Condamine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4401
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Groom
State Electorate
Condamine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.30°, 151.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.47 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4401

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4401, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,949
Median 2023–24
$52,903
▲ 20.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,592

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4401; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No local rail; drive to Toowoomba then Toowoomba–Brisbane coaches available
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Drive via Warrego Highway through Toowoomba and Ipswich

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or local shops; private vehicle required

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
15
▲ 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 Kings Siding. 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

Where is Kings Siding in Queensland? +

Kings Siding is a rural locality in the Toowoomba Region of south-east Queensland, situated west of Toowoomba in the Condamine state electorate.

What is the population of Kings Siding? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 15 residents in Kings Siding, making it a very small rural locality.

Why is it called Kings Siding? +

Kings Siding takes its name from a historical railway siding, a short side track used to service rural properties and allow trains to pass along the Queensland rail network.

What is the nearest town to Kings Siding? +

Toowoomba is the nearest major centre to Kings Siding and provides access to shopping, schools, hospitals, and public transport connections.

Is Kings Siding a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kings Siding 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.