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St George

QLD 4487 • Rest of QLD

3,130
Population (2021)
$40,352
Median Income
11070.83 km²
Area
$210/wk
Median Rent
RuralOutbackAgriculturalRemoteMulticultural

About St George

St George is a rural town in far south-western Queensland, serving as the administrative centre of the Balonne Shire approximately 500 kilometres south-west of Brisbane. Situated on the banks of the Balonne River at an elevation of 204 metres, the town has a population of 3,130 spread across an enormous local government area of more than 11,000 square kilometres of agricultural and pastoral land. The community has a significant First Nations population — around 702 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents representing approximately 22% of the total population — and a median household income of $1,399 per week.

The local economy is anchored by cotton farming, grain cropping, and cattle grazing, with St George serving as the commercial and service hub for surrounding stations and rural properties across the Balonne. The town centre offers essential services including a hospital, primary and secondary schools, supermarkets, and a range of local businesses, with the Balonne River providing recreational opportunities including fishing, swimming, and boating. St George suits those who embrace wide-open spaces, a close-knit outback community, and the distinctive pastoral lifestyle of south-west Queensland.

St George falls under postcode 4487 and is governed by Balonne Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4487
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Balonne
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.06°, 148.57°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
11070.83 km²
Elevation
204m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Queensland Coach services — Roma / Brisbane 2-5 hours to Roma; Brisbane coach available

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
500 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest rail is Roma (~200km east)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 5-6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5 hours via Warrego and Gore Highways

🛣️ St George is a remote rural town; personal vehicle is essential for all travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

The town centre provides basic walkable amenities, but all travel beyond it requires a vehicle in this remote outback setting

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$210
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,224
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
38 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,048
Census 2021
3,130
▲ 2.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,308
Income 2021
$40,352
▲ 14.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,581
Born Overseas 207

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 34
  • 2. New Zealand 32
  • 3. England 30
  • 4. India 15
  • 5. South Africa 13
  • 6. Ireland 7
  • 7. Taiwan 7
  • 8. United States 7
  • 9. Germany 6
  • 10. Canada 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,343
English 1,016
Australian Aboriginal 633
Irish 289
Scottish 251
German 151
Filipino 37
Italian 27
Dutch 19
Chinese 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,397
Both parents born in Australia
238
Both parents born overseas
160
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.2%
No Religion
28.9%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
215 (6.9%)
5-14 years
433 (13.8%)
15-19 years
204 (6.5%)
20-24 years
197 (6.3%)
25-34 years
422 (13.5%)
35-44 years
325 (10.4%)
45-54 years
418 (13.4%)
55-64 years
419 (13.4%)
65-74 years
283 (9.0%)
75-84 years
147 (4.7%)
85+ years
52 (1.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St George known for? +

St George is known as the hub of the Balonne Shire's cotton and grain farming industry, and for its location on the Balonne River which provides excellent fishing and water recreation. It is the largest town in the Shire and the administrative and commercial centre for the surrounding pastoral region.

How far is St George from Brisbane? +

St George is approximately 500 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, a drive of roughly 5-6 hours via the Warrego and Gore Highways. It is a true outback town with no direct public transport link to the capital.

Does St George have public transport? +

St George has no rail service; the nearest railway is at Roma, approximately 200 kilometres to the east. Queensland coach services connect the town to Roma and Brisbane, though services are limited and a personal vehicle is essential for daily life.

What is the population of St George? +

According to the 2021 Census, St George has a population of 3,130 residents. The community includes a significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population of approximately 702 people, representing around 22% of the town.

Is St George a good place to live? +

St George suits people who thrive in a close-knit rural community and enjoy an outdoor, pastoral lifestyle. Services are solid for an outback town, including a hospital and schools, but those seeking urban amenities, nightlife, or frequent city access will find the location challenging.

What is the postcode for St George? +

The postcode for St George is 4487, in the Balonne Shire, far south-western Queensland.