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Linthorpe

QLD 4356 • Queensland

416
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
108.07 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent
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About Linthorpe

Linthorpe is a rural locality in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland, situated approximately 34 kilometres west of Toowoomba CBD and 14.5 kilometres north of Pittsworth, on the productive Darling Downs agricultural plains. Covering an area of around 108 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 416 at the 2021 Census and is characterised by broad-acre cropping and grazing on the fertile black soil downs. The median household income reflects a typical agricultural working community, and the locality falls within the Toowoomba Region local government area.

Linthorpe is quintessential Darling Downs country — wide open skies, flat to gently undulating farmland, and the quiet rhythms of rural life. The locality is served primarily by the nearby towns of Pittsworth and Oakey, which provide schools, shops, and community services. Residents are within easy reach of Toowoomba's full range of urban amenities, and Brisbane is approximately 168 kilometres to the east. The area is valued for its agricultural productivity and the relaxed pace of rural Queensland life.

Linthorpe falls under postcode 4356 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
4356
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Groom
State Electorate
Condamine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 151.55°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
108.07 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4356

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4356, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,773
Median 2023–24
$53,622
▲ 31.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,536

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4356; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled public bus service — Toowoomba and Pittsworth are the nearest service towns N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
168 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Toowoomba for Queensland Rail connections
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 15 min – 2 hrs 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs – 2 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Access via Biddeston-Linthorpe Road and the Warrego Highway; Toowoomba is the regional centre 34 km east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Linthorpe has no village centre or shops; a car is required for every daily errand

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
416
▲ 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 Linthorpe. 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 Linthorpe known for? +

Linthorpe is known for its position on the productive Darling Downs, where broad-acre cropping and grazing operations dominate the flat to gently undulating black soil plains. Fields and windmills are characteristic features of the landscape.

How far is Linthorpe from Toowoomba? +

Linthorpe is approximately 34 kilometres west of Toowoomba CBD, a drive of around 30–40 minutes via local roads connecting to the Warrego Highway.

Does Linthorpe have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Linthorpe. The nearest service towns of Pittsworth (14.5 km south) and Oakey (24.5 km north-east) provide limited connections, but a private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Linthorpe? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 416 in Linthorpe, spread across approximately 108 square kilometres of farmland, giving it one of the lower population densities on the Darling Downs.

Is Linthorpe a good place to live? +

Linthorpe is a great fit for those who want to farm or live in a quiet rural setting on the Darling Downs, with Toowoomba's full range of schools, hospitals, and shopping just 34 kilometres away and Brisbane within commuting distance for those with flexible arrangements.

What is the postcode for Linthorpe? +

The postcode for Linthorpe is 4356, shared with Pittsworth and several other Darling Downs localities in the Toowoomba Region.

Is Linthorpe a safe area? +

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