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Somme

QLD 4382 • Queensland

39
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Somme

Somme is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Southern Downs region, situated in the Granite Belt area near Stanthorpe, approximately 220 kilometres south-west of Brisbane. The locality spans around 29.5 square kilometres of gently undulating farming land, with a very small permanent population of around 39 residents as recorded in the 2021 Census. The surrounding district is known for its cooler climate, rich volcanic soils, and proximity to the New England Tableland.

The surrounding Granite Belt region is famous for its apple orchards, stone fruit farms, and Queensland's premier wine-producing district centred on Stanthorpe. Somme itself is a farming community where broad-acre cropping and grazing predominate, offering an exceptionally peaceful rural lifestyle well away from urban pressures. Residents rely on Stanthorpe township for schools, shopping, and services, a short drive from the locality. The area appeals to those seeking affordable rural land and a tight-knit country community.

Somme falls under postcode 4382 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
4382
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.77°, 151.80°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.52 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4382

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4382 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,640
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,178

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4382; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Warwick (~40 km)
By Car (Peak)
2.5 hrs to Brisbane
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hrs to Brisbane

🛣️ Rural locality; Stanthorpe township (~15 km) is the nearest service centre

Walkability Car Dependent

Fully rural locality with no footpaths; a private vehicle is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
39
▲ 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 Somme. 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

Where is Somme QLD located? +

Somme is a small rural locality in Queensland's Southern Downs region, near Stanthorpe in the Granite Belt area, approximately 220 km south-west of Brisbane.

What is the nearest town to Somme QLD? +

Stanthorpe is the nearest major town, located approximately 15 kilometres from Somme. Stanthorpe provides schools, shopping, medical services, and is the hub of Queensland's Granite Belt wine country.

Is Somme QLD suitable for farming? +

Yes. The Somme locality sits within the fertile Southern Downs agricultural district, with land used for broad-acre cropping, grazing, and mixed farming. The Granite Belt's cooler climate also supports fruit orchards and viticulture in nearby areas.

Is Somme a safe area? +

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

What is the population of Somme? +

Somme had a population of 39 at the 2021 Census.