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Lower Tenthill

QLD 4343 • Queensland

236
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
26.07 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent
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About Lower Tenthill

Lower Tenthill is a rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Region of South East Queensland, situated within the fertile agricultural valley that lies between Ipswich and Toowoomba. With a population of 236 at the 2021 Census, the locality is a small farming community covering approximately 26 square kilometres. Agriculture has historically developed along Tenthill Creek, which forms part of the locality's boundaries, giving the area its name and shaping its rural character.

The Lockyer Valley is renowned across Queensland as one of the state's most productive agricultural regions, and Lower Tenthill reflects this heritage with its mix of cropping properties, pastoral land, and small rural holdings. The nearest township of Gatton, the regional centre of the Lockyer Valley, provides access to supermarkets, schools, medical services, and the University of Queensland Gatton campus. Residents value the open rural landscape and close-knit farming community, though private vehicles are essential for day-to-day living.

Lower Tenthill falls under postcode 4343 and is governed by the Lockyer Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4343
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 152.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
26.07 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4343

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4343, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,799
Median 2023–24
$44,522
▲ 21.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,114

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4343; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gatton Station
12 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gatton Approx. 15-20 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No direct train service from locality; nearest station at Gatton has limited services
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway and Ipswich Motorway; a private vehicle is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services in the locality; all daily needs require driving to Gatton or surrounding towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
236
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Lockyer Valley Local Government Area, which contains Lower Tenthill. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.5 / 100k
2yr Up 15.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
254.9 / 100k
2yr Up 28.5% 10yr Up 32.5%
Non-FV assault
1,049.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 162.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 36.0%
Steal from vehicle
393.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Up 72.5%
View all offence categories for Lockyer Valley →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lower Tenthill known for? +

Lower Tenthill is known as part of the Lockyer Valley's highly productive agricultural belt, with farming along Tenthill Creek forming the backbone of the local economy and landscape.

How far is Lower Tenthill from Brisbane? +

Lower Tenthill is approximately 90 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, making it roughly a 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minute drive via the Warrego Highway and Ipswich Motorway.

Does Lower Tenthill have public transport? +

Lower Tenthill has no direct public transport services. Residents rely on private vehicles, with the regional centre of Gatton accessible about 12 kilometres away.

What is the population of Lower Tenthill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lower Tenthill has a population of 236 residents, reflecting its character as a small rural farming locality within the Lockyer Valley Region.

Is Lower Tenthill a good place to live? +

Lower Tenthill suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle in a productive agricultural valley, with the amenities of Gatton within easy driving distance and the open Lockyer Valley landscape on the doorstep.

What is the postcode for Lower Tenthill? +

The postcode for Lower Tenthill is 4343, shared with the township of Gatton and surrounding Lockyer Valley localities.

Is Lower Tenthill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lower Tenthill is part of the Lockyer Valley 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.