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Kulpi

QLD 4352 • Queensland

77
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSmall CommunityAffordableFarming

About Kulpi

Kulpi is a small rural town and locality in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland, situated on the Darling Downs approximately 60 kilometres northwest of Toowoomba and 188 kilometres west of Brisbane. With a population of just 77 residents (2021 census), it is one of the Darling Downs' smallest communities, characterised by a tight-knit farming population and wide open agricultural landscapes. The area is predominantly freehold rural land with high owner-occupier rates, and households are a mix of families and single-person dwellings.

Kulpi's community revolves around the Kulpi State School, which anchors the local identity, and the broader Darling Downs farming lifestyle. Residents typically travel to Oakey (32 km south) or Toowoomba for shopping, medical services, and major amenities. The area is popular with those seeking affordable rural properties and a quiet lifestyle removed from urban centres, with fertile black soil plains supporting mixed cropping and grazing operations.

Kulpi falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Toowoomba North electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Toowoomba North
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 151.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.68 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited school services — Oakey / Toowoomba 45–60 min

Commute to Toowoomba

Distance
60 km
By Train
N/A – no passenger rail service
By Bus
N/A – no regular public bus service
By Car (Peak)
55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min

🛣️ Car is the only practical transport option. Toowoomba is the nearest significant centre; Brisbane is approximately 2 h 15 min by car.

Walkability Car Dependent

Virtually all errands require a car. No footpaths, shops, or public transport within the locality itself.

🛒 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)

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 Kulpi known for? +

Kulpi is a small Darling Downs town known for its grain farming community and agricultural heritage. The surrounding plains are used primarily for cereal cropping, and the town has a small hall and local community character typical of rural Queensland townships.

How far is Kulpi from Toowoomba? +

Kulpi is approximately 60 kilometres north of Toowoomba, about a 50-minute drive. Toowoomba is the major regional centre for services, shopping, hospitals, and education.

Does Kulpi have public transport? +

Kulpi has no public transport services. Toowoomba (approximately 60 km south) is the nearest city, and a car is the only practical means of transport for residents.

What is the population of Kulpi? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kulpi has a population of approximately 77 residents, reflecting its character as a very small farming community on the Darling Downs.

Is Kulpi a good place to live? +

Kulpi suits those with a connection to grain farming or those seeking extremely affordable rural living on the Darling Downs. The community spirit is typical of small outback Queensland towns, though residents rely on Toowoomba for most services and shopping.

What is the postcode for Kulpi? +

The postcode for Kulpi, QLD is 4352.