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Moola

QLD 4406 • Queensland

218
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
206.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteAffordable

About Moola

Moola is a rural locality in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 33 kilometres north-east of Dalby and 218 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane. Covering a large area of around 206 square kilometres at an elevation of approximately 460 metres, the locality is sparsely populated with 218 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. Moola sits within the Darling Downs and South West Greater Region, characterised by open grazing land, mixed farming, and scattered rural properties.

The surrounding landscape is typical of the Darling Downs — broad, gently undulating plains used predominantly for cropping and cattle grazing. Moola is located approximately 20 kilometres north of the Warrego Highway, making Dalby the nearest service centre for groceries, schools, medical services, and fuel. Life here reflects the quiet rhythms of the Queensland bush, appealing to those who value wide open spaces, agricultural heritage, and a close-knit rural community.

Moola falls under postcode 4406 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4406
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.04°, 151.55°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
206.21 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Dalby / Toowoomba Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
218 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway via Dalby and Toowoomba is the main route to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the nearest shops and services are in Dalby, over 30 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
218
▲ 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 Moola known for? +

Moola is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Darling Downs region, known for its wide-open agricultural landscape of cropping paddocks and cattle grazing properties typical of the Western Downs.

How far is Moola from Brisbane? +

Moola is approximately 218 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the Warrego Highway through Toowoomba and Dalby.

Does Moola have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail service in or near Moola. Limited regional bus services connect to Dalby; a private vehicle is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Moola? +

According to the 2021 Census, Moola had a population of 218 people, spread across a large area of around 206 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Moola a good place to live? +

Moola suits those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle on the Darling Downs, with wide open spaces and a quiet community atmosphere. All daily services and schooling require travel to nearby Dalby, so it is best suited to those comfortable with rural independence.

What is the postcode for Moola? +

The postcode for Moola, Queensland is 4406.