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Preston (Lockyer Valley - Qld)

QLD 4352 • Queensland

644
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralDarling DownsAffordable
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About Preston (Lockyer Valley - Qld)

Preston is a rural locality straddling the Toowoomba Region and Lockyer Valley Region in South East Queensland, situated approximately 11.9 kilometres south-south-east of the Toowoomba CBD and around 135 kilometres west of Brisbane. The suburb has a population of 644 residents spread across nearly 19 square kilometres, with a median household income above the national average, reflecting the productive rural land use of the area. Preston sits on the southern slopes of the Great Dividing Range, with land that transitions between Toowoomba's urban fringe and the broader Lockyer Valley agricultural zone.

The locality is characterised by rural-residential properties, hobby farms, and a relaxed semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to Toowoomba's full range of services, schools, and employment. Toowoomba's Warrego Highway provides good connectivity to Brisbane and regional centres. Preston suits those seeking affordable rural living with a convenient commute to Queensland's second-largest city, enjoying open landscapes and the cooler elevated climate typical of the Darling Downs region.

Preston (Lockyer Valley - Qld) 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
18.83 km²
Population Density
34 /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

Bus Services

  • Limited Toowoomba regional services — Toowoomba CBD 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
135 km
By Train
No direct rail service; drive to Toowoomba and use regional bus or drive via Warrego Highway
By Car (Peak)
1h 45 min - 2h 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 30 min - 1h 50 min

🛣️ Toowoomba CBD is approx. 12 km north and is the main service hub; Warrego Highway connects to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands in this rural Darling Downs locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
644
▲ 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 Preston (Lockyer Valley - Qld). 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 Preston known for? +

Preston is a semi-rural locality on the southern outskirts of Toowoomba, known for its rural-residential character, hobby farms, and productive agricultural land spanning both the Toowoomba Region and Lockyer Valley Region.

How far is Preston from Toowoomba? +

Preston is approximately 11.9 kilometres south-south-east of the Toowoomba CBD, making it roughly a 15 to 25 minute drive to the city centre.

Does Preston have public transport? +

Public transport in Preston is very limited. There is no rail service; residents primarily rely on private vehicles, with some regional bus services connecting to Toowoomba.

What is the population of Preston? +

Preston has a population of 644 residents according to the 2021 Census, spread across approximately 18.8 square kilometres at the southern edge of the Toowoomba urban area.

Is Preston a good place to live? +

Preston offers an affordable semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to Toowoomba's full range of services and employment. It suits those who prefer open country living while remaining within a short commute of Queensland's second-largest city.

What is the postcode for Preston? +

The postcode for Preston (Lockyer Valley - Qld), Queensland is 4352, shared with the broader Toowoomba area.

Is Preston a safe area? +

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