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Upper Flagstone

QLD 4344 • Queensland

191
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAgriculturalCommuter Belt
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About Upper Flagstone

Upper Flagstone is a small rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Region of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Toowoomba CBD and 32 kilometres west of Gatton, lying just east of the Great Dividing Range. The locality covers nearly 30 square kilometres and had a population of 191 at the 2021 Census. Upper Flagstone falls within the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area, a region known for its intensive vegetable farming and position as one of Australia's most productive horticultural zones.

The area sits at the transition between the elevated Darling Downs and the Lockyer Valley floor, offering a rural landscape shaped by mixed farming, grazing, and some horticultural activity. Residents have ready access to Toowoomba's extensive services — Queensland's largest inland city — just 15 kilometres to the north-west, including major shopping, hospitals, schools, and the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing (Inland Rail corridor). The locality's position midway between Toowoomba and Gatton also provides reasonable access to the Warrego and Cunningham Highways for commuters travelling to either regional centre or the greater Brisbane area.

Upper Flagstone falls under postcode 4344 and is governed by the Lockyer Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4344
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.57°, 152.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.76 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4344

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4344, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,573
Median 2023–24
$55,462
▲ 24.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,911

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4344; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited Lockyer Valley services — Toowoomba / Gatton Toowoomba approx. 20-25 min by car (15 km)

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
124 km
By Train
No local rail; Toowoomba (15 km) has Queensland Rail long-distance coach connections
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min - 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min - 1 hr 25 min

🛣️ Access via Cunningham Highway through Gatton and Ipswich, or Warrego Highway via Toowoomba; Toowoomba Second Range Crossing improves freight links

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

All daily needs require a drive to Toowoomba or nearby towns; no local shops or services in the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
191
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.5 / 100k
2yr Up 15.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
254.9 / 100k
2yr Up 28.5% 10yr Up 32.5%
Non-FV assault
1,049.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 162.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 36.0%
Steal from vehicle
393.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Up 72.5%
View all offence categories for Lockyer Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Upper Flagstone known for? +

Upper Flagstone is a small rural locality on the eastern fringe of the Darling Downs, known for its agricultural character and proximity to Toowoomba. The Lockyer Valley region it sits within is one of Australia's most productive vegetable-growing areas, supplying fresh produce to south-east Queensland and beyond.

How far is Upper Flagstone from Brisbane? +

Upper Flagstone is approximately 124 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 10 to 1 hour 45 minutes via the Warrego or Cunningham Highways, passing through Toowoomba or Gatton.

Does Upper Flagstone have public transport? +

There is no rail or regular bus service in Upper Flagstone. Residents rely on private vehicles; Toowoomba (15 km north-west) is the nearest major centre with Queensland Rail connections and urban bus services.

What is the population of Upper Flagstone? +

According to the 2021 Census, Upper Flagstone had a population of 191 residents across its 29.8 square kilometre area, typical of the small, dispersed rural communities of the Lockyer Valley.

Is Upper Flagstone a good place to live? +

Upper Flagstone suits those who value rural space and quiet surroundings while maintaining access to Toowoomba's urban services just 15 kilometres away. The Lockyer Valley's agricultural landscapes and the Great Dividing Range backdrop offer a scenic rural lifestyle within reasonable commuting distance of a major regional city.

What is the postcode for Upper Flagstone? +

Upper Flagstone QLD has the postcode 4344, shared with other localities in the Lockyer Valley Region including Gatton and surrounding rural communities.

Is Upper Flagstone a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Upper Flagstone is part of the Lockyer Valley 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.