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Narko

QLD 4352 • Queensland

16
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
36.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalDarling DownsAffordableRemote
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About Narko

Narko is a tiny rural locality in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland, within postcode 4352, located approximately 20 kilometres east of Toowoomba on the eastern edge of the Darling Downs. With a population of just 16 at the 2021 census across 36 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled area of undulating farmland and remnant bushland on the Great Dividing Range escarpment.

Narko is a quiet agricultural locality with properties engaged in mixed farming and grazing on the fertile eastern Darling Downs. There are no services within the locality — residents rely on Toowoomba for all shopping, schools, and amenities. The area offers affordable rural acreage with scenic views from the range escarpment, appealing to farming families and those seeking extreme rural privacy close to a major regional city.

Narko 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
36.08 km²
Population Density
0 /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

Commute to Toowoomba

Distance
20 km
By Train
N/A — no passenger rail
By Bus
N/A — no bus service
By Car (Peak)
20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Toowoomba is the nearest city. Brisbane is about 2 hours via the Warrego Highway.

Walkability Car Essential

No footpaths, shops, or services. Completely car-dependent.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
16
▲ 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 Narko. 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 Narko known for? +

Narko is a very small farming locality on the Darling Downs near Toowoomba, known for its quiet rural character and grain farming land. It forms part of the agricultural fringe north of Toowoomba.

How far is Narko from Toowoomba? +

Narko is approximately 20 kilometres north of Toowoomba CBD, about a 15–20 minute drive. Toowoomba provides the nearest full range of city services including hospitals, major retail, and education.

Does Narko have public transport? +

Narko has no public transport services. A car is essential for residents, with Toowoomba being the nearest city and Brisbane approximately 2 hours east via the Warrego Highway.

What is the population of Narko? +

According to the 2021 Census, Narko has a population of approximately 16 residents, one of the smallest rural localities in the Toowoomba Region.

Is Narko a good place to live? +

Narko is suited to farming families with agricultural operations on the Darling Downs, offering open country and proximity to Toowoomba's services. Its very small size and rural character make it appealing only to those with a direct connection to the land.

What is the postcode for Narko? +

The postcode for Narko, QLD is 4352.

Is Narko a safe area? +

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