🔍

Orange Hill

QLD 4455 • Queensland

179
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralQuiet
Advertisement

About Orange Hill

Orange Hill is a small rural locality in Queensland's Maranoa Region, situated approximately 8.7 kilometres north of Roma and around 547 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane. The locality covers just over 35 square kilometres and falls under the Maranoa Regional Council area. With a population of 179 as recorded in the 2021 Census, Orange Hill is a quiet farming community on the outskirts of Roma — the main commercial and service hub for the region.

The Carnarvon Highway bisects the locality from south to north, providing direct access to Roma and connecting the area to Queensland's broader highway network. Bungil Creek forms the eastern boundary, and the predominant land use is agricultural — primarily grazing and mixed farming typical of south-west Queensland. Residents rely on Roma for shopping, schools, and medical services, while the locality itself retains a rural character that appeals to those seeking a peaceful lifestyle close to a regional centre.

Orange Hill falls under postcode 4455 and is governed by the Maranoa Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4455
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Maranoa
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.73°, 148.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.06 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4455

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4455, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$51,107
Median 2023–24
$61,800
▲ 20.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,156

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4455; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
547 km
By Train
No direct train service; Roma station nearby for Spirit of the Outback service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 5.5-6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5.5 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Carnarvon Highway runs through the locality to Roma

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; Roma provides the nearest shops, schools, and services approximately 9 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
179
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
385.5 / 100k
2yr Down 68.5% 10yr Down 17.0%
Motor vehicle theft
118.6 / 100k
2yr Down 80.4% 10yr Up 27.8%
Non-FV assault
985.9 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Up 99.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
170.5 / 100k
2yr Down 70.3% 10yr Down 48.7%
View all offence categories for Maranoa →

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

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orange Hill known for? +

Orange Hill is a quiet rural locality on the northern outskirts of Roma, known for cattle grazing and mixed farming. The Carnarvon Highway passes through the area, linking it to Roma to the south and Charleville to the north.

How far is Orange Hill from Brisbane? +

Orange Hill is approximately 547 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane, about a 5.5 to 6 hour drive via the Warrego and Carnarvon highways.

Does Orange Hill have public transport? +

There is no local bus or rail service within Orange Hill. Roma, approximately 9 kilometres to the south, is the nearest town with access to train services and regional transport connections.

What is the population of Orange Hill? +

Orange Hill recorded a population of 179 people in the 2021 Census, spread across a locality of approximately 35 square kilometres near Roma.

Is Orange Hill a good place to live? +

Orange Hill suits those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle on the outskirts of a regional town. Its proximity to Roma provides reasonable access to schools, shops, and medical services, while the area itself offers space, quiet, and an agricultural community feel.

What is the postcode for Orange Hill? +

The postcode for Orange Hill, Queensland is 4455.

Is Orange Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Orange Hill is part of the Maranoa 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.