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Vinegar Hill

QLD 4343 • Queensland

57
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
64.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Vinegar Hill

Vinegar Hill is a small rural locality in the Lockyer Valley in south-east Queensland, situated approximately 85 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 55 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community covering a significant area of land. The locality covers approximately 65 square kilometres of farming land in the Lockyer Valley, known as Queensland's salad bowl.

The nearest town of Gatton, approximately 15 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Lockyer Valley is famous for its intensive vegetable growing, particularly tomatoes, capsicums, and other produce for Brisbane markets. There is no public transport serving Vinegar Hill; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Vinegar Hill 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
64.59 km²
Population Density
1 /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

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Gatton is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops or services; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
57
▲ 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 Vinegar Hill. 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 Vinegar Hill known for? +

Vinegar Hill is a quiet rural locality in the Lockyer Valley in south-east Queensland, known for its farming character and peaceful landscape. The locality covers approximately 65 square kilometres of farming land in the Lockyer Valley, known as Queensland's salad bowl.

How far is Vinegar Hill from Brisbane CBD? +

Vinegar Hill is approximately 85 kilometres from Brisbane CBD, roughly a 1 to 2 hour drive.

Does Vinegar Hill have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Vinegar Hill. A private vehicle is essential; Gatton is the nearest town, approximately 15 kilometres away.

What is the population of Vinegar Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Vinegar Hill has a small rural population, typical of the sparsely settled the Lockyer Valley in south-east Queensland.

Is Vinegar Hill a good place to live? +

Vinegar Hill suits those involved in farming or seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Lockyer Valley in south-east Queensland, with Gatton providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Vinegar Hill? +

The postcode for Vinegar Hill is 4343, covering this rural locality in the Lockyer Valley in south-east Queensland.

Is Vinegar Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Vinegar Hill 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.