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Wooroolin

QLD 4608 • Queensland

319
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
112.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-RuralPeaceful
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About Wooroolin

Wooroolin is a small rural town and locality in Queensland's South Burnett Region, situated approximately 243 kilometres north-west of Brisbane on the Bunya Highway within the South Burnett Council area. With a 2021 Census population of 319 spread across around 112 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled agricultural community surrounded by the rolling farming country that characterises this inland part of south-east Queensland. The locality sits roughly 17 kilometres north of Kingaroy, the region's principal service centre, and its landscape is dominated by peanut farms, grain crops, and grazing properties.

Wooroolin offers the unhurried lifestyle typical of South Burnett's small farming communities, with the Wooroolin State School serving as an important community anchor. The locality is notable for its native vegetation restoration efforts, including a long-running tree-planting programme and habitat projects for local wildlife including sugar gliders and possums. Residents rely primarily on Kingaroy for retail, medical, and educational services, making a car essential for daily life. The broader South Burnett region is known for its wineries, the Bunya Mountains National Park, and the annual Kingaroy Peanut Festival, all within reasonable driving distance.

Wooroolin falls under postcode 4608 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
4608
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Burnett
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.35°, 151.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
112.00 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4608

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4608 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,927
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,973

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4608; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / regional coach services — Brisbane CBD Approx 3 hrs to Brisbane

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
243 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest passenger rail is at Dalby (approx 100 km west) or Toowoomba
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3.5 hrs via Bunya Highway and D'Aguilar Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5–3 hrs

🛣️ Car is essential; Kingaroy (~17 km south) provides the nearest full range of services including supermarkets and medical facilities

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wooroolin has minimal local services; residents drive to Kingaroy for all daily needs including shopping, healthcare, and schooling beyond primary level

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
319
▲ 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 Wooroolin. 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 Wooroolin known for? +

Wooroolin is a quiet agricultural locality in the South Burnett Region, known for the farming country typical of this part of inland Queensland. The locality's state school has been recognised for its native vegetation restoration and wildlife habitat programmes.

How far is Wooroolin from Brisbane CBD? +

Wooroolin is approximately 243 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, typically a 2.5 to 3.5 hour drive via the Bunya Highway and D'Aguilar Highway.

Does Wooroolin have public transport? +

Wooroolin has no rail service and very limited public transport. Some regional coach services operate through the broader South Burnett area. A private car is essential for all travel, with Kingaroy approximately 17 kilometres south providing the nearest hub for services.

What is the population of Wooroolin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wooroolin has a population of 319 people across a large rural locality of approximately 112 square kilometres, reflecting its low-density agricultural character.

Is Wooroolin a good place to live? +

Wooroolin suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the South Burnett, with Kingaroy close enough for essential services. It appeals to farming families and those drawn to affordable land and a genuine country atmosphere, though it is not suitable for those needing urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Wooroolin? +

The postcode for Wooroolin is 4608, shared with Kingaroy and surrounding South Burnett localities.

Is Wooroolin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wooroolin 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.