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Bergen

QLD 4353 • Darling Downs

85
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
19.61 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalDarling DownsSemi-Rural

About Bergen

Bergen is a small rural locality in the Toowoomba Region, situated on the Darling Downs of south-east Queensland, approximately 34 kilometres north of Toowoomba. The locality covers just under 20 square kilometres of gently undulating agricultural land on the western escarpment of the Great Dividing Range, and had a 2021 Census population of 85 residents. Bergen is part of postcode 4353, shared with the nearby settlement of Haden, which sits immediately to the north-west.

The surrounding district is characterised by broad-acre cropping and mixed farming typical of the Darling Downs, one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions. Toowoomba, Queensland's largest inland city, serves as the main regional centre providing shops, schools, hospitals, and services to residents of Bergen and surrounding localities. The area is accessed via the New England Highway, and the Darling Downs's fertile black soils and reliable rainfall make it well suited to grain, cotton, and livestock production.

Bergen falls under postcode 4353 and is governed by Toowoomba Regional Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4353
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba Regional Council
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.26°, 151.90°
Statistical Area
Darling Downs
Area
19.61 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Toowoomba CBD

Distance
34 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min to Toowoomba
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min to Toowoomba

🛣️ Car is essential; New England Highway provides main road access south to Toowoomba

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local services; all errands require a drive, typically to Toowoomba or the nearby settlement of Haden

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Haden State School
    1520 Haden-Crow's Nest Road
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
85
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bergen known for? +

Bergen is a quiet rural locality on the Darling Downs, known for broad-acre mixed farming on the fertile black soils typical of south-east Queensland's agricultural heartland. The neighbourhood of Neuve sits in the south-west of the locality.

How far is Bergen from Toowoomba? +

Bergen is approximately 34 kilometres north of Toowoomba, the main service centre for the region. The drive typically takes around 25-40 minutes depending on traffic and the exact destination within the locality.

Does Bergen have public transport? +

Bergen has no public transport services. There are no bus routes or passenger rail connections in the locality; a private vehicle is essential for getting around, with Toowoomba or the nearby settlement of Haden providing the nearest services.

What is the population of Bergen? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bergen had a population of 85 people in just under 20 square kilometres. The area has a small number of rural residential and farming properties.

Is Bergen a good place to live? +

Bergen suits those who enjoy rural living on the Darling Downs, with expansive farmland views and a quiet country lifestyle. Toowoomba is the nearest major centre for schools, shopping, and healthcare, making a car essential for everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Bergen? +

The postcode for Bergen is 4353, which is shared with neighbouring Haden and several other localities in the Toowoomba Region of south-east Queensland.