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Wallangarra

QLD 4383 • Queensland

440
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.47 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Border TownRuralHeritageGranite BeltQuiet Lifestyle
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About Wallangarra

Wallangarra is a small border town in Queensland's Southern Downs, adjoining Jennings in New South Wales near the Granite Belt. The 2021 Census population is 440, giving it a low-density rural-town profile. Historically important as a rail break-of-gauge point, it retains strong heritage identity around its station precinct and border setting. The town has a cool-climate highland character compared with much of inland Queensland.

Daily life is quiet and community-oriented, with residents using Stanthorpe and Tenterfield for broader shopping, health and employment needs. The area supports agriculture, local services and tourism tied to rail history, national parks and Granite Belt attractions. Public transport is limited and most travel is road-based, with regional coach options varying by route and schedule. Wallangarra suits residents seeking a peaceful country lifestyle near the Queensland-NSW border.

Wallangarra falls under postcode 4383 and is governed by the Southern Downs 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
4383
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.90°, 151.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.47 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4383

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4383 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$36,764
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$42,366

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4383; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wallangarra station precinct
0.6 km
8 min

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services — Stanthorpe 30-45 min
  • Cross-border services — Tenterfield 25-40 min
  • Inter-regional coach links — Warwick / Toowoomba / Brisbane (service-dependent) 1.5-4.5 hr

Commute to Stanthorpe (regional centre)

Distance
37 km
By Bus
30-45 min
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ No active passenger rail; regular mobility is by private vehicle or limited coach services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

The township is small and walkable locally, but most services and jobs require driving to nearby regional centres.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
440
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
392.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.7 / 100k
2yr Up 48.0% 10yr Up 228.7%
Non-FV assault
863.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 138.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Up 86.6%
Steal from vehicle
243.4 / 100k
2yr Up 44.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Southern Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wallangarra known for? +

Wallangarra is known as a Queensland-New South Wales border town with a proud railway heritage. The town was historically a major rail junction where the different gauges of the Queensland and NSW rail networks met, requiring passengers to change trains.

How far is Wallangarra from Stanthorpe? +

Wallangarra is approximately 40 kilometres south of Stanthorpe, the main service centre for the Granite Belt. It is also about 225 kilometres south-west of Brisbane near the New South Wales town of Tenterfield.

Does Wallangarra have public transport? +

Wallangarra has very limited public transport. There is no active rail service. Coach connections linking the Granite Belt to Brisbane and Tenterfield pass through the area, but a private vehicle is strongly recommended for daily life.

What is the population of Wallangarra? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 440 residents in Wallangarra, reflecting its small town character near the Queensland-NSW border.

Is Wallangarra a good place to live? +

Wallangarra suits those seeking a very quiet, rural border-town lifestyle with character and history. The cool Granite Belt climate and proximity to both Queensland and NSW destinations are drawcards, but services are minimal and residents rely on Stanthorpe or Tenterfield.

What is the postcode for Wallangarra? +

The postcode for Wallangarra, Queensland is 4383.

Is Wallangarra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wallangarra is part of the Southern Downs 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.