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Upper Pilton

QLD 4361 • Queensland

80
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
86.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordableRemote
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About Upper Pilton

Upper Pilton is a quiet rural locality on the Darling Downs of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 45 kilometres south of Toowoomba and around 170 kilometres west of Brisbane. The locality is split between the Toowoomba Region and the Southern Downs Region local government areas, reflecting its position on the southern Darling Downs fringe. With a 2021 Census population of just 80 residents spread across 86 square kilometres, Upper Pilton is sparsely settled, characterised almost entirely by grazing on native vegetation with some cropping, and draws its name from the historic Pilton pastoral run excised in the 1840s.

Kings Creek flows through Upper Pilton on its way to the Condamine River, a tributary of the Murray-Darling Basin, providing a natural focus for the surrounding agricultural land. The locality adjoins Manapouri, Hirstglen, Headington Hill, and Ascot, with the closest services and supplies found in the nearby towns of Clifton and Greenmount. Upper Pilton suits those seeking an authentic rural lifestyle on the southern Darling Downs, with Toowoomba's full range of services accessible within approximately an hour's drive.

Upper Pilton falls under postcode 4361 and is governed by the Toowoomba 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
4361
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.97°, 151.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
86.03 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4361

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4361, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$32,220
Median 2023–24
$43,409
▲ 34.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,788

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4361; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Toowoomba / Clifton Car required; approx. 45 min to Toowoomba

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Toowoomba (approx. 45 km) then Translink rail or bus to Brisbane (approx. 2 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs - 2 hrs 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hrs

🛣️ Car is essential; Warrego Highway and New England Highway accessible via Clifton and Greenmount

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Upper Pilton is a dispersed rural locality with no shops or services; a car is required for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
80
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
826.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.3% 10yr Up 12.0%
Motor vehicle theft
288.8 / 100k
2yr Down 19.5% 10yr Up 68.7%
Non-FV assault
879.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 124.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
15 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Up 145.8%
Steal from vehicle
446 / 100k
2yr Down 14.1% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence categories for Toowoomba →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Upper Pilton known for? +

Upper Pilton is known as a quiet pastoral locality on the southern Darling Downs, with a long agricultural heritage dating to the Pilton pastoral run of the 1840s. The locality is characterised by grazing properties and cropping land through which Kings Creek flows towards the Condamine River.

How far is Upper Pilton from Brisbane? +

Upper Pilton is approximately 170 kilometres west of Brisbane, making it roughly a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour drive via the Cunningham Highway or Warrego Highway through Toowoomba.

Does Upper Pilton have public transport? +

Upper Pilton has no regular public transport services. The nearest town with limited bus connections is Clifton or Greenmount, and the nearest train service is at Toowoomba approximately 45 kilometres to the north. A car is essential for all travel from this locality.

What is the population of Upper Pilton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Upper Pilton has a population of 80 residents, making it one of the smaller rural localities in Queensland's Darling Downs region.

Is Upper Pilton a good place to live? +

Upper Pilton suits those who genuinely value rural isolation, wide open spaces, and a quiet agricultural lifestyle on the Darling Downs. The locality's small community and lack of services mean it is best suited to residents who are fully car-dependent and self-sufficient, with Toowoomba available for major shopping and services.

What is the postcode for Upper Pilton? +

The postcode for Upper Pilton, QLD is 4361, which it shares with nearby Pilton and several other rural localities south of Toowoomba.

Is Upper Pilton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Upper Pilton is part of the Toowoomba 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.