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Hendon

QLD 4362 • Queensland

227
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
9.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulDarling Downs

About Hendon

Hendon is a small rural town and locality in Queensland's Southern Downs Region, situated approximately 25 kilometres north of Warwick and around 160 kilometres south-west of Brisbane within the Southern Downs Regional Council area. The locality had a population of 227 at the 2021 Census, with a median household income below the national average, reflecting its agricultural and farming community character. Hendon covers nearly 10 square kilometres of Darling Downs pastoral country.

The surrounding landscape is quintessential southern Queensland tableland country — open paddocks, grazing properties, and cropping land that define the productive Darling Downs agricultural belt. The nearby town of Warwick provides residents with essential services including schools, hospitals, shopping, and a regional centre atmosphere. Hendon suits those who prefer a quiet rural lifestyle with strong community ties, within a comfortable drive of Warwick's amenities and accessible to the broader Darling Downs and Granite Belt regions.

Hendon falls under postcode 4362 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Southern Downs electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4362
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.07°, 151.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.95 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Warwick Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Warwick (~25 km) then limited coach/rail options
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min - 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Car-dependent locality; access via New England Highway through Warwick

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local services; a car is required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
227
▲ 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 Hendon known for? +

Hendon is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Southern Downs Region, known for its pastoral grazing and cropping properties typical of the Darling Downs agricultural belt. It is a small, close-knit community within commuting distance of Warwick.

How far is Hendon from Brisbane CBD? +

Hendon is approximately 160 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD, making it roughly a 2 to 2.5-hour drive via the New England Highway through Warwick.

Does Hendon have public transport? +

Hendon has no local public transport services. The nearest rail options are at Warwick, approximately 25 kilometres away, though services are limited. Residents rely on private vehicles for all daily travel.

What is the population of Hendon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hendon had a population of 227 residents in the Southern Downs Regional Council area, covering an area of approximately 10 square kilometres.

Is Hendon a good place to live? +

Hendon suits those who enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle in Queensland's Southern Downs, with access to the regional services and community of nearby Warwick. It appeals to farming families and those seeking affordable rural land within reach of the Granite Belt wine region.

What is the postcode for Hendon? +

The postcode for Hendon, Queensland is 4362.