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Merritts Creek

QLD 4352 • Queensland

102
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyQuietAffordable
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About Merritts Creek

Merritts Creek is a small rural locality in the Toowoomba Region of south-east Queensland, approximately 24 kilometres north-east of Toowoomba and around 99 kilometres west of Brisbane. With a population of 102 at the 2021 Census across just 13.6 square kilometres, it is a low-density community of around 40 dwellings. The postcode area median taxable income of $60,113 reflects a mix of working families and rural landholders.

The locality takes its name from the creek that runs through the area and is predominantly made up of families in detached houses on acreage properties. Merritts Creek offers a peaceful, semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of Toowoomba's shops, schools, and services. The surrounding Darling Downs landscape provides a scenic backdrop of rolling farmland, and the area appeals to those who prefer space and privacy while staying connected to a major regional centre.

Merritts Creek falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Toowoomba North electorate.

📍 Location

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

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4352

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4352, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,480
Median 2023–24
$60,113
▲ 21.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,934

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4352; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular services to Merritts Creek — Toowoomba CBD N/A

Commute to Toowoomba CBD

Distance
24 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
25-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Easy drive to Toowoomba; Brisbane is approximately 99 km east via the Warrego Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; residents drive to Toowoomba for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
102
▲ 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 Merritts Creek. 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 Merritts Creek known for? +

Merritts Creek is a quiet, family-oriented rural locality on the Darling Downs, valued for its acreage properties and easy proximity to Toowoomba. The area is predominantly made up of families in detached homes on spacious rural lots.

How far is Merritts Creek from Toowoomba? +

Merritts Creek is approximately 24 kilometres north-east of Toowoomba, a 20–25 minute drive by car.

Does Merritts Creek have public transport? +

No public transport services extend to Merritts Creek. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Toowoomba's bus network the closest public transport option.

What is the population of Merritts Creek? +

Merritts Creek had a population of 102 people at the 2021 Census, with approximately 40 residential dwellings across 13.6 square kilometres.

Is Merritts Creek a good place to live? +

Merritts Creek is ideal for families and those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle with acreage, while remaining a short drive from Toowoomba's full range of shops, schools, and services.

What is the postcode for Merritts Creek? +

The postcode for Merritts Creek is 4352.

Is Merritts Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Merritts Creek 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.