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Gowrie Little Plain

QLD 4352 • Queensland

79
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
11.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalDarling DownsQuiet

About Gowrie Little Plain

Gowrie Little Plain is a small rural locality on Queensland's Darling Downs, situated within the Toowoomba Regional Council area approximately 20 kilometres north of Toowoomba. Covering just under 12 square kilometres, the locality recorded a population of 79 residents in the 2021 Census, showing modest growth from 65 in 2016. Set on the fertile plains of the Darling Downs with a series of hills rising to around 600 metres in the south, the area has a classic mixed-farming character typical of inland south-east Queensland.

Land use in Gowrie Little Plain is a combination of grazing on native vegetation and broadacre cropping, with agriculture the backbone of the local economy. The community hall at 111 Gowrie Little Plain Road serves as a focal point for the small local community and hosts various events throughout the year. Residents rely on the nearby localities of Kingsthorpe to the south-west and Meringandan to the north-east, as well as Toowoomba itself, for schools, shops, and services. The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy driving distance of Toowoomba, the Darling Downs' major regional centre.

Gowrie Little Plain falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Toowoomba North electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Toowoomba North
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 151.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
11.69 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Toowoomba ~25 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Toowoomba and take coach services to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hrs

🛣️ Toowoomba is accessible via the New England Highway, approximately 20 km to the south.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Gowrie Little Plain has no local services — a car is required for all daily errands, with Toowoomba being the nearest major centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
79
▲ 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 Gowrie Little Plain known for? +

Gowrie Little Plain is known for its mixed farming landscape on the Darling Downs, combining grazing and broadacre cropping. The locality also has a community hall at Gowrie Little Plain Road that has served as a focal point for the small rural community for many years.

How far is Gowrie Little Plain from Toowoomba? +

Gowrie Little Plain is approximately 20 kilometres north of Toowoomba, which serves as the nearest major centre with schools, shops, hospitals, and services. The drive to Toowoomba takes around 20 to 25 minutes.

Does Gowrie Little Plain have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Gowrie Little Plain. A private vehicle is essential for residents, with Toowoomba being the main hub for connecting to regional bus and coach services.

What is the population of Gowrie Little Plain? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gowrie Little Plain had a population of 79 residents, up from 65 in 2016. It is a very small rural locality within the broader Toowoomba Region.

Is Gowrie Little Plain a good place to live? +

Gowrie Little Plain suits those seeking a quiet, agricultural lifestyle on the Darling Downs, with the convenience of Toowoomba only 20 kilometres away. It offers open farmland, a tight-knit community, and a peaceful rural setting, though it lacks local services.

What is the postcode for Gowrie Little Plain? +

The postcode for Gowrie Little Plain, Queensland is 4352, which it shares with the broader Toowoomba region and surrounding localities.