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Talgai

QLD 4362 • Queensland

106
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
71.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricQuiet
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About Talgai

Talgai is a sparsely settled rural locality in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, covering approximately 71 square kilometres west of Warwick. The locality lies in the Condamine River catchment, with the Dalrymple Creek traversing Talgai Station, and is situated roughly 43 kilometres west of Warwick near the small township of Pratten. At the 2021 Census, Talgai recorded a population of 106 residents, consistent with its character as open grazing and farming country with very low residential density.

Talgai has a notable historical legacy — in 1864 the area supported alluvial and reef gold mining at the Talgai field (also known as Darkey's Flat), and the locality is internationally recognised for the discovery of an ancient Aboriginal fossil skull of significant paleoanthropological importance. Today the land is used predominantly for grazing, with the nearby Talgai Weir on the Condamine River offering a popular and secluded paddling trail for kayakers and canoeists. The nearest services are found at Allora to the east and Clifton to the north, while Warwick provides full regional amenities including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities within a 40-50 minute drive.

Talgai falls under postcode 4362 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
4362
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.04°, 151.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
71.00 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4362

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4362, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$34,005
Median 2023–24
$44,738
▲ 31.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,447

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4362; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
185 km
By Train
No direct train service. Crisps Coaches operates Warwick-Brisbane regional coaches
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min - 2 hr 50 min via Cunningham Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min - 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car is essential. Warwick (approx. 43 km east) is the nearest major service centre. Cunningham Highway connects the region to Brisbane.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A very large rural locality with no local services; a private vehicle is essential and all daily needs require travel to nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
106
▲ 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 Talgai. 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 Talgai known for? +

Talgai is known for its rich historical heritage, including 19th-century gold mining at the Talgai field and the internationally significant discovery of an ancient Aboriginal fossil skull at Talgai Station. The locality is also home to Talgai Weir, a secluded paddling destination on the Condamine River popular with kayakers.

How far is Talgai from Warwick? +

Talgai is approximately 43 kilometres west of Warwick, the Southern Downs' main regional centre. The drive takes around 40-50 minutes via local roads.

Does Talgai have public transport? +

There is no public bus or rail service in Talgai. Warwick, approximately 43 kilometres to the east, is the nearest town with regional coach connections via Crisps Coaches to Brisbane and Toowoomba. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Talgai? +

According to the 2021 Census, Talgai has a population of 106 residents, spread thinly across approximately 71 square kilometres of rural land in the Southern Downs Region.

Is Talgai a good place to live? +

Talgai suits people who value a deeply rural lifestyle with extensive open land and a quiet, unhurried pace of life. The Talgai Weir paddle trail provides recreational appeal, but residents must be self-sufficient as local services are absent and towns are a considerable drive away.

What is the postcode for Talgai? +

The postcode for Talgai is 4362.

Is Talgai a safe area? +

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