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The Falls

QLD 4373 • Queensland

51
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
55.46 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About The Falls

The Falls is a small rural locality in south-east Queensland, situated in the Southern Downs region approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Warwick within the Southern Downs Regional Council area. Covering around 55 square kilometres of undulating granite country and mixed farming land, it had a 2021 Census population of approximately 51 residents. The locality sits within the scenic border ranges country near the Queensland-New South Wales boundary, featuring pastoral properties and remnant granite vegetation.

Warwick is the nearest service town, providing shops, schools, healthcare, and the cultural amenities of the Southern Downs' largest regional centre, including its famous rodeo and heritage character. The nearby Girraween National Park in Queensland and Sundown National Park straddle the border ranges, offering spectacular boulder landscapes, wildflowers, and bushwalking just a short drive away. The Falls suits those who appreciate the scenic granite country and cool-climate character of the Queensland-NSW border ranges.

The Falls falls under postcode 4373 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
4373
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.32°, 152.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
55.46 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4373

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4373 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,303
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,558

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4373; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
No direct rail; coach services from Warwick to Brisbane (approx. 2 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ New England Highway provides access to Brisbane; Warwick is the nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

The Falls is a rural locality with no local services; a private vehicle is essential for all daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
51
▲ 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 The Falls. 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 The Falls known for? +

The Falls is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Southern Downs near Warwick, known for its scenic granite border ranges country and proximity to Girraween National Park's spectacular boulder landscapes.

How far is The Falls from Warwick? +

The Falls is approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Warwick, typically a 20 to 30 minute drive on Southern Downs rural roads.

Does The Falls have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving The Falls. Coach services to Brisbane are available from Warwick (approximately 20 km), but a private vehicle is essential for local travel.

What is the population of The Falls? +

According to the 2021 Census, The Falls has a population of approximately 51 residents across its 55 square kilometre area in the Southern Downs region.

Is The Falls a good place to live? +

The Falls suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the scenic border ranges country near Warwick, with the spectacular Girraween National Park and Southern Downs' cool-climate vineyards and orchards nearby.

What is the postcode for The Falls? +

The postcode for The Falls, QLD is 4373.

Is The Falls a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. The Falls 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.