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The Bluff (Toowoomba - Qld)

QLD 4340 • Queensland

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Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
32.54 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About The Bluff (Toowoomba - Qld)

The Bluff is a small rural locality situated in the Lockyer Valley region of South East Queensland, approximately 35 kilometres east of Toowoomba and 80 kilometres west of Brisbane. It lies within the broader Lockyer Valley Regional Council area and is characterised by flat to gently undulating agricultural land used for cropping and grazing. The locality is very sparsely populated with few permanent residents, functioning primarily as a farming area on the Darling Downs fringe.

The surrounding Lockyer Valley is known as the 'salad bowl' of Queensland, producing a significant proportion of the state's vegetables, and the land around The Bluff contributes to this agricultural identity. Residents rely on nearby towns such as Laidley and Gatton for schools, shopping, and services. The area's proximity to the Warrego Highway provides reasonable access to both Toowoomba and the Brisbane metropolitan area, making it attractive for those who prefer rural living without being completely isolated from urban amenities.

The Bluff (Toowoomba - Qld) falls under postcode 4340 and is governed by the Scenic Rim Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4340
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Scenic Rim
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.80°, 152.47°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
32.54 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4340

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4340, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,447
Median 2023–24
$56,136
▲ 29.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,244

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4340; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gatton Station
18 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Translink regional services — Gatton / Toowoomba 25-45 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
Drive to Gatton then approx. 75 min to Roma St
By Car (Peak)
80-100 min via Warrego Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
70 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway provides direct access; car essential

Walkability Car Dependent

Entirely car dependent rural locality; no footpaths or local public transport

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
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▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Scenic Rim Local Government Area, which contains The Bluff (Toowoomba - Qld). Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
320.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.0% 10yr Down 48.3%
Motor vehicle theft
179.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 31.2%
Non-FV assault
523 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 168.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.4 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.5 / 100k
2yr Up 29.5% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Scenic Rim →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Bluff QLD located? +

The Bluff is a rural locality in the Lockyer Valley region of South East Queensland, approximately 35 kilometres east of Toowoomba and 80 kilometres west of Brisbane.

What council does The Bluff (Toowoomba) fall under? +

The Bluff falls within the Lockyer Valley Regional Council local government area.

Is there public transport to The Bluff QLD? +

There is no local public transport within The Bluff. The nearest train station is Gatton, approximately 18 kilometres away, which connects to Brisbane via the Rosewood line.

What is the main land use around The Bluff QLD? +

The area is predominantly used for agriculture, including vegetable cropping and cattle grazing, as part of the broader Lockyer Valley — one of Queensland's most productive vegetable-growing regions.

Is The Bluff a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. The Bluff is part of the Scenic Rim 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.