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Upper Tenthill

QLD 4343 • Queensland

273
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalFamily-FriendlySemi-Rural
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About Upper Tenthill

Upper Tenthill is a rural locality in Queensland's Lockyer Valley Region, situated approximately 106 kilometres west-south-west of Brisbane and around 14.8 kilometres south-west of Gatton, the region's main service centre. The locality covers approximately 24.6 square kilometres of mixed farming land within the scenic Tenthill Creek valley, flanked by the foothills of the Main Range to the south. At the 2021 Census, Upper Tenthill had a population of 273, with a median individual income of around $36,799.

The Lockyer Valley is renowned as one of Queensland's most productive vegetable-growing regions, and the broader area around Upper Tenthill supports mixed agriculture including cropping, dairying, and small-scale farming. Gatton, a short drive to the north-east, provides schools — including the University of Queensland's Gatton campus — supermarkets, medical services, and transport links. Toowoomba, 37 kilometres to the west, offers the full range of a major regional city's amenities. The valley's green rural landscapes, proximity to the Main Range National Park, and relaxed country atmosphere make it a pleasant location for those drawn to agricultural or semi-rural living within reach of South East Queensland's major centres.

Upper Tenthill falls under postcode 4343 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
4343
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 152.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.63 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4343

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4343, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,799
Median 2023–24
$44,522
▲ 21.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,114

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4343; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited TransLink services — Gatton / Toowoomba ~20-30 min to Gatton

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
106 km
By Train
No direct service; Gatton station (~15 km) has infrequent Queensland Rail services to Brisbane (approx. 1 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway (A2) is the main route to Brisbane via Ipswich. Gatton is the nearest service centre.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops; all services require driving to Gatton or Toowoomba

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
273
▲ 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 Tenthill. 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 Tenthill known for? +

Upper Tenthill is a quiet rural locality in the Lockyer Valley, known for its mixed farming lands and scenic Tenthill Creek valley. The broader Lockyer Valley region is one of Queensland's premier vegetable-growing areas, and the locality sits within easy reach of Gatton and the University of Queensland's Gatton campus.

How far is Upper Tenthill from Brisbane? +

Upper Tenthill is approximately 106 kilometres west-south-west of Brisbane, roughly a 1 hour 15–30 minute drive via the Warrego Highway (A2) through Ipswich. Gatton, about 15 kilometres to the north-east, is the nearest service centre.

Does Upper Tenthill have public transport? +

There are limited TransLink bus services connecting Upper Tenthill to Gatton. The nearest Queensland Rail station is at Gatton (~15 km), with infrequent services to Brisbane. A private vehicle is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Upper Tenthill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Upper Tenthill had a population of 273 people across approximately 24.6 square kilometres of the Lockyer Valley, with a population density of about 11 people per square kilometre.

Is Upper Tenthill a good place to live? +

Upper Tenthill offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in the beautiful Lockyer Valley, with reasonable access to Gatton's services and the larger city of Toowoomba. It suits farming families and those wanting a semi-rural lifestyle within 1.5 hours of Brisbane, though daily errands require a car.

What is the postcode for Upper Tenthill? +

The postcode for Upper Tenthill, Queensland is 4343.

Is Upper Tenthill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Upper Tenthill 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.