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Pilton

QLD 4361 • Queensland

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
41.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Pilton

Pilton is a small rural town and locality in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland, located approximately 47 kilometres south of Toowoomba CBD and 142 kilometres west of Brisbane. Covering an area of nearly 42 square kilometres, Pilton had a population of 71 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a tight-knit farming community on the Darling Downs. The locality is set in gently undulating agricultural land characteristic of the southern Darling Downs, an area long associated with grain cropping and mixed farming.

Pilton is home to Pilton State School, a small rural primary school serving the local farming community and surrounding localities. The nearest larger service centres are Clifton (18 km to the west) and Toowoomba, which provide retail, medical, and secondary education facilities. Life in Pilton centres on the agricultural calendar, and the community maintains a strong connection to the land. The peaceful rural setting, affordable acreage properties, and proximity to Toowoomba make it an appealing choice for families and retirees seeking a genuine country lifestyle.

Pilton falls under postcode 4361 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
4361
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.97°, 151.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
41.96 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4361

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4361, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$32,220
Median 2023–24
$43,409
▲ 34.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,788

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4361; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Toowoomba CBD

Distance
47 km
By Train
N/A – no train service to Pilton
By Car (Peak)
50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min

🛣️ Nearest service town is Clifton (18 km). Warrego Highway connects to Toowoomba. No public transport serves the locality.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural town with no public transport. A car is essential for accessing services in Clifton or Toowoomba.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
71
▲ 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 Pilton. 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

Where is Pilton located? +

Pilton is a rural town in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland, approximately 47 kilometres south of Toowoomba CBD and 142 kilometres west of Brisbane.

What is the population of Pilton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pilton has a population of 71 people.

What school is in Pilton? +

Pilton is served by Pilton State School, a small government primary school catering to local farming families and surrounding localities.

Is there public transport in Pilton? +

There is no public transport in Pilton. Residents need a car for daily needs, with Clifton (18 km) and Toowoomba (47 km) being the nearest service centres.

Is Pilton a safe area? +

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