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Wattle Grove

QLD 4610 • Queensland

100
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
69.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Wattle Grove

Wattle Grove is a small rural locality in the South Burnett Region of Queensland, located approximately 17 kilometres north-west of Kingaroy via the Kingaroy–Burrandowan Road. The locality covers around 69 square kilometres of productive red-soil farmland characteristic of the South Burnett, with a 2021 Census population of 100 residents spread across a handful of rural properties. The South Burnett Regional Council administers the area, which is part of the broader South Burnett hinterland known for peanuts, grain, and mixed farming.

The landscape is defined by low rolling hills, fertile red-soil cultivation blocks, and open grazing land, offering a peaceful rural setting typical of the South Burnett interior. The former Wattle Grove State School, which operated from 1915 to 1963, reflects the locality's historical agricultural community. Today, residents rely on Kingaroy for schooling — including Kingaroy State School and Kingaroy State High School — as well as shopping, health services, and other facilities, with the D'Aguilar Highway providing the main regional transport connection.

Wattle Grove falls under postcode 4610 and is governed by the South Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4610
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Burnett
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.58°, 151.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
69.35 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4610

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4610, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,179
Median 2023–24
$48,269
▲ 17.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,623

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4610; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Kingaroy Car required

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
230 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hours via D'Aguilar Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
2–2.5 hours via D'Aguilar Highway

🛣️ Kingaroy approx. 17km east; nearest major centre; South Burnett is a car-dependent region

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

All daily errands require a car; there are no walkable amenities within the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
100
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,039.6 / 100k
2yr Down 10.4% 10yr Up 78.5%
Motor vehicle theft
477.2 / 100k
2yr Up 12.8% 10yr Up 320.8%
Non-FV assault
985.6 / 100k
2yr Down 13.8% 10yr Up 133.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
17 / 100k
2yr Down 46.9% 10yr Up 456.0%
Steal from vehicle
383.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 86.7%
View all offence categories for South Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wattle Grove known for? +

Wattle Grove is known for its fertile red-soil farmland typical of the South Burnett Region, supporting mixed farming including grain and grazing. The locality has a modest community history anchored by the former Wattle Grove State School, which operated from 1915 to 1963.

How far is Wattle Grove from Kingaroy? +

Wattle Grove is approximately 17 kilometres north-west of Kingaroy, the main service town for the South Burnett Region. The drive via the Kingaroy–Burrandowan Road takes around 20 minutes.

Does Wattle Grove have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Wattle Grove. Residents depend on private vehicles, with Kingaroy providing the nearest shopping, schools, and services.

What is the population of Wattle Grove? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wattle Grove has a population of approximately 100 residents, reflecting its character as a small, sparsely settled farming locality in the South Burnett Region.

Is Wattle Grove a good place to live? +

Wattle Grove suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on agricultural land in the South Burnett Region, with the convenience of being within 20 minutes of Kingaroy's shops and schools. It is best suited to farming families and those who value open space and a relaxed country environment.

What is the postcode for Wattle Grove? +

The postcode for Wattle Grove (QLD) is 4610, shared with Kingaroy and several other localities in the South Burnett Region.

Is Wattle Grove a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wattle Grove is part of the South Burnett 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.