Back Plains
QLD 4361 • Queensland
About Back Plains
Back Plains is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs region of Queensland, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Warwick. Covering nearly 40 square kilometres, the locality has a population of around 104 people and is characterised by flat to gently undulating agricultural land used primarily for cropping and grazing. It falls within the Southern Downs Regional Council area and is part of the federal electorate of Maranoa. The locality's name reflects its position on the open Darling Downs plains behind the ranges.
Life in Back Plains centres on agriculture, with grain farming and cattle grazing being the primary industries. Residents access everyday services, schools, and healthcare in Warwick, the regional centre some 15 kilometres to the north-west. The Southern Downs is known for its cool winters, distinct seasons, and strong rural community networks. Back Plains attracts farming families and those seeking an authentic Darling Downs lifestyle at affordable land prices, far from the congestion of Queensland's south-east corner.
Back Plains falls under postcode 4361 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Southern Downs electorate.
Location
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Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Warwick is the nearest service centre; Brisbane is ~160 km via the New England Highway
No local services; all amenities in Warwick; private vehicle essential
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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874 Clifton-Pittsworth Highway
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Clifton Highway
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Tooth Street
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24 Pilton Valley Road
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Clifton-Leyburn Road
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16 Meara Place
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Toowoomba Local Government Area, which contains Back Plains. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.