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Vale View

QLD 4352 • Queensland

454
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.49 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralDarling DownsQuietAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Vale View

Vale View is a rural locality in the Toowoomba Region, Queensland, located approximately 15 kilometres south-south-west of Toowoomba CBD and 141 kilometres west of Brisbane. Covering 14.5 square kilometres on the Darling Downs, the locality had a population of 454 at the 2021 Census with a moderate density of around 31 people per square kilometre. The median household income of approximately 9,480 reflects the working-rural character of the area, which is characterised by open paddocks, hobby farms, and small rural holdings.

Vale View lies within the broader Toowoomba peri-urban fringe, offering residents a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining within a short drive of Toowoomba's full range of services, schools, hospitals, and shopping. The Southern railway line passes through the broader region, though Toowoomba itself has limited passenger rail services. The locality suits families, rural lifestyle seekers, and those priced out of Toowoomba's inner suburbs who still want access to the city's amenities without the urban density.

Vale View falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Toowoomba North electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Toowoomba North
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 151.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.49 km²
Population Density
31 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4352

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4352, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,480
Median 2023–24
$60,113
▲ 21.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,934

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4352; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TransLink regional services — Toowoomba CBD 30-45 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
141 km
By Train
No direct service; Queensland Rail operates limited intercity trains from Toowoomba (~15km away) to Brisbane (~2.5 hr)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway and Toowoomba Second Range Crossing provide main road access; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Vale View is a rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
454
▲ 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 Vale View. 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 Vale View known for? +

Vale View is known for its open rural landscape on the Darling Downs, offering a peaceful country lifestyle on the outskirts of Toowoomba. The locality features paddocks and hobby farms typical of the Toowoomba Region's peri-urban fringe.

How far is Vale View from Toowoomba CBD? +

Vale View is approximately 15 kilometres south-south-west of Toowoomba CBD, typically a 20 to 30 minute drive.

Does Vale View have public transport? +

Public transport in Vale View is very limited. There are some regional bus services to Toowoomba, but no suburban rail service. Toowoomba has limited intercity rail connections to Brisbane, approximately 15 kilometres from Vale View. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Vale View? +

According to the 2021 Census, Vale View had a population of 454 residents across its 14.5 square kilometre area within the Toowoomba Region.

Is Vale View a good place to live? +

Vale View is well suited to those seeking a rural lifestyle with good proximity to Toowoomba's city services. It appeals to families, hobby farmers, and those who want open space and a quieter pace of life while remaining within a short drive of schools, shops, and hospitals in Toowoomba.

What is the postcode for Vale View? +

The postcode for Vale View is 4352, shared with other localities in the Toowoomba Region including Cambooya and surrounding rural areas.

Is Vale View a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Vale View 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.