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Weranga

QLD 4405 • Queensland

208
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
221.10 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalOutback
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About Weranga

Weranga is a sparse rural locality in Queensland's Western Downs Region, situated approximately 276 kilometres west of Brisbane and 26 kilometres east of Tara. Covering an expansive 221 square kilometres with a population of just 208 at the 2021 Census, the locality has a density of less than one person per square kilometre. Weranga falls under the Western Downs Regional Council and is characterised by broad-acre cropping and cattle grazing on the flat open plains west of Dalby.

The locality is traversed by the Glenmorgan railway line, a freight corridor connecting the region's agricultural communities, with a railway siding at Weranga. The nearest service town is Tara, roughly 26 kilometres to the west, which provides essential amenities including a supermarket, fuel, schools, and a local hotel. Life in Weranga revolves around farming and the quiet rhythms of Queensland's western pastoral landscape, with a close-knit community feel typical of the Western Downs.

Weranga falls under postcode 4405 and is governed by the Western Downs Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4405
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.32°, 150.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
221.10 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4405

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4405, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,766
Median 2023–24
$56,066
▲ 22.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,708

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4405; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
276 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3–3.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway through Dalby and Toowoomba; Tara (26 km west) is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Weranga is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
208
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
657.5 / 100k
2yr Down 30.7% 10yr Up 20.4%
Motor vehicle theft
401.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.7% 10yr Up 135.9%
Non-FV assault
1,093.1 / 100k
2yr Down 23.7% 10yr Up 96.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr Down 41.0% 10yr Down 42.6%
Steal from vehicle
663.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 35.2%
View all offence categories for Western Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Weranga known for? +

Weranga is known for its broad-acre cropping and cattle grazing on the open plains of Queensland's Western Downs. The Glenmorgan freight railway line passes through the locality, reflecting its agricultural heritage.

How far is Weranga from Brisbane? +

Weranga is approximately 276 kilometres west of Brisbane, roughly a 3–3.5 hour drive via the Warrego Highway through Toowoomba and Dalby.

Does Weranga have public transport? +

Weranga has no public transport. The Glenmorgan railway line that passes through the locality is a freight-only service, and there are no regular bus routes. A private vehicle is necessary for all travel.

What is the population of Weranga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Weranga had a population of 208 people spread across approximately 221 square kilometres — one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland's Western Downs.

Is Weranga a good place to live? +

Weranga is suited to those with a genuine connection to farming and rural life. The locality has no local services, so residents travel to the nearby town of Tara (26 km west) for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Weranga? +

The postcode for Weranga, QLD is 4405.

Is Weranga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Weranga is part of the Western 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.