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Kumbarilla

QLD 4405 • Queensland

223
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
248.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Kumbarilla

Kumbarilla is a small rural town and locality in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 36 kilometres west-south-west of Dalby and 243 kilometres west of Brisbane. With a population of around 223 people, the town sits on the Darling Downs at an elevation of 350 to 400 metres above sea level, in an agricultural landscape dominated by grain cropping and cattle grazing. The locality falls within the Western Downs Regional Council area and is connected to Dalby via the Moonie Highway, one of the key inland routes through southern Queensland. Kumbarilla's wide open plains and dry sub-tropical climate reflect the working rural character typical of Queensland's Darling Downs hinterland.

Life in Kumbarilla revolves around the agricultural calendar, with many residents engaged in farming, cropping, or associated industries. The community is small and close-knit, with basic amenities found in the nearby town of Dalby, which offers supermarkets, schools, medical services, and a hospital. The Kumbarilla State Forest, located nearby, provides recreational opportunities for four-wheel driving, camping, and wildlife observation in a quiet bushland setting. For those who appreciate wide skies, open country, and a genuine rural lifestyle away from city pressures, Kumbarilla represents authentic outback Queensland living.

Kumbarilla falls under postcode 4405 and is governed by Western Downs Regional Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4405
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs Regional Council
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.26°, 150.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
248.95 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / Queensland Coach (Moonie Highway corridor) — Dalby / Brisbane 40 min to Dalby; 3 hr 30 min to Brisbane

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
243 km
By Train
No train service; drive to Dalby then coach or private vehicle to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Primary access via Moonie Highway. Car essential; nearest rail at Dalby has no passenger service.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Kumbarilla is a rural locality with no footpaths or public transport. A private vehicle is required for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
223
▲ 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

Where is Kumbarilla in Queensland? +

Kumbarilla is a rural locality in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, located about 36 kilometres west of Dalby and 243 kilometres west of Brisbane, on the Darling Downs.

What is the population of Kumbarilla? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kumbarilla had a population of 223 people.

What is Kumbarilla known for? +

Kumbarilla is known for its agricultural surrounds — grain cropping and cattle grazing — and the nearby Kumbarilla State Forest, which offers bushwalking and four-wheel driving.

Is there public transport in Kumbarilla? +

There is no local public transport in Kumbarilla. The nearest coach services run through Dalby on the Moonie Highway corridor. A private vehicle is essential.