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Jondaryan

QLD 4403 • Queensland

414
Population (2021)
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Median Personal Income
196.46 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Jondaryan

Jondaryan is a rural locality in Queensland's Darling Downs region, situated within the Toowoomba Regional Council area approximately 43 kilometres north-west of Toowoomba CBD and 171 kilometres west of Brisbane. Spanning nearly 197 square kilometres of flat, fertile agricultural land, it had a population of 414 residents at the 2021 Census. The locality sits at an elevation of around 385 metres on the Darling Downs plains, where dryland cropping and grazing have shaped the landscape for more than a century.

Jondaryan is best known for the Jondaryan Woolshed, a heritage-listed pastoral property dating to 1859 that now operates as a living history museum celebrating Queensland's pastoral heritage through farm demonstrations, heritage exhibits, and cultural events. The nearby Warrego Highway provides direct road access to Toowoomba to the south-east and Dalby to the north. Most everyday services — including shops, schools, and medical facilities — are available in the town of Oakey, approximately 17 kilometres away. The area appeals to those drawn to wide open spaces, agricultural community life, and Queensland's rural heritage.

Jondaryan falls under postcode 4403 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Groom, while state elections fall under the Condamine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4403
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Groom
State Electorate
Condamine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.32°, 151.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
196.46 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Toowoomba / Dalby ~45 min to Toowoomba

Commute to Toowoomba CBD

Distance
43 km
By Train
No direct rail service; nearest train access in Toowoomba (~43km)
By Car (Peak)
40-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Via Warrego Highway; also 171km west of Brisbane (~2 hr drive via Warrego Hwy and Toowoomba Bypass

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Scattered rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Toowoomba Local Government Area, which contains Jondaryan. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
826.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.3% 10yr Up 12.0%
Motor vehicle theft
288.8 / 100k
2yr Down 19.5% 10yr Up 68.7%
Non-FV assault
879.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 124.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
15 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Up 145.8%
Steal from vehicle
446 / 100k
2yr Down 14.1% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence categories for Toowoomba →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
414
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jondaryan known for? +

Jondaryan is best known for the Jondaryan Woolshed, a heritage-listed pastoral property dating to 1859 that operates as a living history museum. It celebrates Queensland's pastoral heritage through farm demonstrations, shearing displays, and cultural events, attracting visitors from across the Darling Downs region.

How far is Jondaryan from Toowoomba? +

Jondaryan is approximately 43 kilometres north-west of Toowoomba CBD, typically a 40–50 minute drive via the Warrego Highway. It is also around 171 kilometres west of Brisbane.

Does Jondaryan have public transport? +

Jondaryan has no rail service; the nearest train access is in Toowoomba, approximately 43km away. Limited regional coach services connect the Warrego Highway corridor to Toowoomba and Dalby. A car is essential for living in the area.

What is the population of Jondaryan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jondaryan has a population of 414 residents spread across a large rural area of nearly 197 square kilometres on Queensland's Darling Downs plains.

Is Jondaryan a good place to live? +

Jondaryan is ideal for those who love wide open spaces, agricultural community life, and Queensland's rural heritage. Most everyday services are available in nearby Oakey (~17km) or Toowoomba (~43km), and a car is essential for all daily tasks.

What is the postcode for Jondaryan? +

The postcode for Jondaryan is 4403.

Is Jondaryan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Jondaryan is part of the Toowoomba 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.