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Pampas

QLD 4352 • Queensland

78
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
80.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricDarling Downs

About Pampas

Pampas is a small rural locality in the Toowoomba Region on Queensland's Darling Downs, positioned roughly 64 kilometres southwest of Toowoomba and 196 kilometres west-southwest of Brisbane. The locality covers about 80 square kilometres of fertile Darling Downs farming country, sitting between the towns of Millmerran and Pittsworth. The 2021 census counted 78 residents, with a historic community hall — the Pampas Memorial Hall — standing as a symbol of the area's settlement heritage.

Agriculture is the backbone of Pampas, with broad-acre grain cropping and mixed farming operations dominating the landscape as they have since European settlement. The Toowoomba Region's rich black soil plains support highly productive farms, and the community maintains a strong rural identity. Toowoomba provides the main access to services, schools, healthcare, and shopping for local residents, reachable via sealed roads in under an hour.

Pampas falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Toowoomba North electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Toowoomba regional services — Toowoomba / Pittsworth 45–60 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
196 km
By Train
No direct rail; nearest station Toowoomba (~64 km away)
By Bus
No direct bus service to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
approx. 2 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 2 hrs 15 min

🛣️ Toowoomba is the main regional hub (~64 km). Pittsworth and Millmerran are the nearest small towns.

Walkability Car-dependent

Entirely car-dependent farming locality. No footpaths, public transport, or local commercial services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
78
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pampas known for? +

Pampas is a small farming locality on the Darling Downs known for its grain cropping and pastoral land. It lies in the Pittsworth district, one of Queensland's most productive agricultural zones on the western Darling Downs plains.

How far is Pampas from Toowoomba? +

Pampas is approximately 64 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba, about a 55-minute drive. Pittsworth (the nearest town) is approximately 20 km, and Brisbane is roughly 196 km east, a 2.25-hour drive.

Does Pampas have public transport? +

Pampas has no public transport. A car is essential; Pittsworth and Millmerran are the nearest towns for services, and Toowoomba is the main regional centre.

What is the population of Pampas? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pampas has a population of approximately 78 residents, a very small farming locality on the Darling Downs.

Is Pampas a good place to live? +

Pampas suits farming families with agricultural operations on the Darling Downs, offering open country and a tight-knit rural community. Everyday services are available in Pittsworth, with Toowoomba accessible for larger needs.

What is the postcode for Pampas? +

The postcode for Pampas, QLD is 4352.