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West Haldon

QLD 4359 • Queensland

63
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
95.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About West Haldon

West Haldon is a rural locality on the Darling Downs in south-east Queensland, situated approximately 45 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba within the Southern Downs Region. The locality covers around 95 square kilometres of open farming and grazing land and recorded a population of 63 in the 2021 Census. Elevated on the Darling Downs escarpment, the area features gently undulating agricultural land typical of this productive farming district.

The surrounding district is known for cereal cropping, cattle grazing, and mixed farming, with Toowoomba providing the nearest comprehensive range of services including schools, hospitals, shopping centres, and transport links. West Haldon offers a quiet agricultural lifestyle on the Southern Downs, with rural landscapes and open skies characteristic of this part of the Queensland hinterland.

West Haldon falls under postcode 4359 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 Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4359
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.79°, 152.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
95.44 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4359

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4359 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,474
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,564

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4359; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Toowoomba N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
No direct train service; Toowoomba has limited rail connections
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2.5 to 3 hrs via Warrego Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2.25 hrs

🛣️ Toowoomba is the nearest major centre. Warrego Highway connects to Brisbane via the Lockyer Valley.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services exist; a private vehicle is essential for all errands in this rural locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
63
▲ 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 West Haldon. 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 West Haldon known for? +

West Haldon is known as a quiet rural locality on the Darling Downs, characterised by cereal cropping, cattle grazing, and agricultural properties in the hinterland south-west of Toowoomba.

How far is West Haldon from Toowoomba? +

West Haldon is approximately 45 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba, a drive of around 40 to 50 minutes on rural roads.

Does West Haldon have public transport? +

West Haldon has no public transport services. Toowoomba, approximately 45 kilometres away, is the nearest centre with bus and limited rail connections.

What is the population of West Haldon? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 63 in West Haldon, reflecting its character as a sparsely populated rural locality.

Is West Haldon a good place to live? +

West Haldon suits those involved in farming or who value the open landscapes and quiet lifestyle of the Darling Downs, with Toowoomba accessible for all services.

What is the postcode for West Haldon? +

The postcode for West Haldon, Queensland is 4359.

Is West Haldon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. West Haldon 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.