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Millwood

QLD 4357 • Queensland

22
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
36.98 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingRemoteAgriculturalDarling Downs
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About Millwood

Millwood is a small rural locality in Queensland's Southern Downs region, situated on the western Darling Downs approximately 180 kilometres west of Brisbane and around 30 kilometres from Toowoomba. Covering nearly 37 square kilometres, it recorded a population of just 22 people in the 2021 Census, making it one of Queensland's smallest localities. The area forms part of the broader Western Downs agricultural belt, characterised by rich black soil plains that support grain cropping and grazing.

The lifestyle in Millwood is quintessentially rural Queensland — wide plains, big skies, and a community built around farming. Residents rely on nearby centres such as Pittsworth (approximately 20 kilometres away) or Toowoomba for shopping, healthcare, and education. The Darling Downs landscape offers attractive countryside for those seeking a working-farm lifestyle with accessible regional connections. Millwood suits landowners and farming families who prioritise space, affordability, and proximity to Queensland's agricultural heartland.

Millwood falls under postcode 4357 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Southern Downs electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4357
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.96°, 151.10°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
36.98 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4357

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4357, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,322
Median 2023–24
$45,013
▲ 20.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,868

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4357; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Toowoomba Station
32 km
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Bus Services

  • Toowoomba regional coach services — Toowoomba / Brisbane 30 min to Toowoomba

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
180 km
By Train
Drive to Toowoomba then Queensland Rail to Brisbane (~2 hrs 45 min total)
By Bus
Greyhound/coach via Toowoomba (~3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
~2 hrs via Warrego Hwy (A2)
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 55 min

🛣️ Pittsworth (~20 km) is the nearest service town. Toowoomba (~32 km) provides full regional services.

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public amenities. A private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
22
▲ 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 Millwood. 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 Millwood known for? +

Millwood is a small farming locality in Queensland's Southern Downs region, known for its grain cropping landscape and quiet rural character on the western Darling Downs. It falls within the Pittsworth district, one of Queensland's most productive cereal growing areas.

How far is Millwood from Toowoomba? +

Millwood is approximately 32 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba, about a 30-minute drive. Pittsworth (approximately 20 km) is the nearest town, while Brisbane is roughly 180 km east, a 2-hour drive.

Does Millwood have public transport? +

Millwood has no public transport. Residents rely on private vehicles; Pittsworth is the nearest township and Toowoomba the main regional centre for services. Coach services connect Toowoomba to Brisbane.

What is the population of Millwood? +

According to the 2021 Census, Millwood has a population of approximately 22 residents, one of the smallest localities in Queensland's Toowoomba Region.

Is Millwood a good place to live? +

Millwood is primarily an agricultural locality suited to farmers and those with rural property in the Southern Downs. Its very small population, open cropping country, and proximity to Pittsworth and Toowoomba make it a good choice for those deeply connected to the Darling Downs farming community.

What is the postcode for Millwood? +

The postcode for Millwood, QLD is 4357.

Is Millwood a safe area? +

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