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Morven

QLD 4468 • Queensland

184
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2076.48 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Morven

Morven is a small rural town and locality in Queensland's Shire of Murweh in South West Queensland, situated on the Warrego Highway approximately 90 kilometres east of Charleville and 655 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane. With a population of 184 recorded at the 2021 Census, the town serves as a modest service stop and community hub for the surrounding vast pastoral properties. The area covers over 2,000 square kilometres of semi-arid outback Queensland within the Maranoa federal electorate.

Morven is a welcome stop for travellers along the Warrego Highway, the main inland route connecting Brisbane and Sydney to outback Queensland. The town offers essential services including fuel, basic provisions, and rest facilities for long-distance drivers. The broader locality is dominated by sheep and cattle grazing across large station properties, with wool and beef production forming the backbone of the local economy. The landscape is typical of South West Queensland's mulga and Mitchell grass country.

Morven falls under postcode 4468 and is governed by the Murweh Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4468
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murweh
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.60°, 147.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2076.48 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound Australia — Brisbane CBD / Charleville 8–9 hr to Brisbane; ~1 hr 15 min to Charleville

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
655 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest train station is Charleville (90km west) with the Spirit of the Outback (overnight journey)
By Car (Peak)
6 hr 30 min – 7 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr 30 min

🛣️ Via Warrego Highway (A2). A car is the most practical mode of travel for day-to-day needs.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small outback town with very limited local amenities; essential services require travel to Charleville or Roma

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
597.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 53.2%
Motor vehicle theft
174.2 / 100k
2yr Down 23.2% 10yr Up 664.1%
Non-FV assault
2,538.5 / 100k
2yr Up 15.7% 10yr Up 185.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
49.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
174.2 / 100k
2yr Down 23.2% 10yr Down 55.1%
View all offence categories for Murweh →

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
184
▲ 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 Morven known for? +

Morven is known as a roadside service town on the Warrego Highway in outback Queensland, offering fuel, rest facilities, and basic provisions for travellers on the long haul between Brisbane and Charleville. The surrounding locality is known for extensive sheep and cattle grazing on large pastoral stations.

How far is Morven from Brisbane? +

Morven is approximately 655 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane, a drive of around 6.5 to 7.5 hours via the Warrego Highway (A2) through Toowoomba and Roma.

Does Morven have public transport? +

Greyhound Australia coach services pass through Morven on the Brisbane–Charleville route. The nearest passenger train station is Charleville, approximately 90 kilometres to the west, served by Queensland Rail's Spirit of the Outback. There is no local rail or bus service within the town.

What is the population of Morven? +

According to the 2021 Census, Morven had a population of 184 residents across a locality of over 2,000 square kilometres, reflecting its character as a sparse outback settlement surrounded by large pastoral properties.

Is Morven a good place to live? +

Morven suits those drawn to the vast open landscapes of outback Queensland and a close-knit rural community lifestyle. While services are limited — with Charleville and Roma providing the nearest towns for healthcare and shopping — the area offers space, quiet, and the distinct character of South West Queensland station country.

What is the postcode for Morven? +

The postcode for Morven, Queensland is 4468.

Is Morven a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Morven is part of the Murweh 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.