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Sladevale

QLD 4370 • Queensland

433
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalTree-ChangeSouthern DownsCommunity
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About Sladevale

Sladevale is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, located approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Warwick near the New South Wales border. With a population of 433 people at the 2021 census across 35.6 square kilometres, it is one of the more populated rural localities in the area. The landscape is characterised by rolling hills, fertile farmlands, and the scenic Darling Downs terrain that defines this part of south-east Queensland. The locality originally developed as an agricultural community, with historical roots dating back to a local school established in the late 19th century.

Sladevale residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle within comfortable reach of Warwick's services, including schools, supermarkets, medical facilities, and a vibrant country town centre. The Southern Downs Region is known for its apple and cherry orchards, rodeo culture, and cool-climate farming, giving Sladevale a distinct country character. Many residents commute to Warwick for work while enjoying the space and quiet of rural living. The combination of scenic surroundings, affordable land, and proximity to a regional service centre makes Sladevale attractive to farmers, retirees, and those seeking a tree-change lifestyle.

Sladevale falls under postcode 4370 and is governed by the Southern Downs 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
4370
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.17°, 152.09°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.62 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4370

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4370, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,482
Median 2023–24
$49,408
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,479

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4370; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • School bus — Warwick 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
145 km
By Train
No local station; drive to Warwick then coach services
By Bus
Greyhound/coach from Warwick to Brisbane (~2.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
Approx 1.75 hrs via New England Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 1.5 hrs via New England Hwy

🛣️ Warwick (15 km) is the main centre for all services; car essential for daily life

Walkability Car-Dependent

A rural locality where a car is essential; some local movement on property is on foot but all services require driving to Warwick.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
433
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
392.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.7 / 100k
2yr Up 48.0% 10yr Up 228.7%
Non-FV assault
863.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 138.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Up 86.6%
Steal from vehicle
243.4 / 100k
2yr Up 44.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Southern Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sladevale known for? +

Sladevale is a rural locality in the Southern Downs Region near Warwick, known for its farming properties and pastoral landscape on the western Darling Downs. The area is typical of the productive agricultural character of the Warwick district.

How far is Sladevale from Brisbane? +

Sladevale is approximately 145 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, about a 1.75-hour drive via the New England Highway. Warwick (approximately 15 km east) is the main service centre and nearest city.

Does Sladevale have public transport? +

Sladevale has no public transport. A car is essential; Warwick provides all local services and Greyhound coach services connect Warwick to Brisbane (approximately 2.5 hours).

What is the population of Sladevale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sladevale has a population of approximately 433 residents, a small farming community in the Southern Downs Region.

Is Sladevale a good place to live? +

Sladevale suits those seeking affordable rural acreage in the Southern Downs, with Warwick's services close by and Brisbane within a 1.75-hour drive. The open farming landscape and community character of the Warwick district are appealing to country lifestyle seekers.

What is the postcode for Sladevale? +

The postcode for Sladevale, QLD is 4370.

Is Sladevale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sladevale is part of the Southern Downs 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.