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Yelarbon

QLD 4388 • Queensland

313
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
443.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalOutbackQuiet

About Yelarbon

Yelarbon is a small rural town and locality in south-central Queensland, situated on the Dumaresq River near the border with New South Wales, approximately 51 kilometres east of Goondiwindi within the Goondiwindi Region. With a population of 313 spread across an expansive 443 square kilometres, Yelarbon is one of the most sparsely settled localities in southern Queensland, defined by vast open agricultural land used for cropping and grazing. The locality sits approximately 323 kilometres west-south-west of Brisbane, placing it firmly in the state's productive western agricultural belt.

Yelarbon has gained recognition in recent years for its vibrant silo art, with painted grain silos that have become a destination on Queensland's agricultural tourism trail. The town retains a tight-knit rural community character, and the nearby Goondiwindi region is one of Queensland's most significant agricultural areas, known for cotton, wheat, and cattle production. Day-to-day services are accessed in Goondiwindi, while Toowoomba — approximately 191 kilometres to the north-east — serves as the major regional hub for the area.

Yelarbon falls under postcode 4388 and is governed by the Goondiwindi Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Southern Downs electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4388
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Goondiwindi
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.51°, 150.65°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
443.23 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Goondiwindi for services Approx. 45 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
323 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Toowoomba then Queensland Rail to Brisbane — over 4 hours total
By Car (Peak)
3.5-4.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; New England Highway via Goondiwindi and Toowoomba is the main route to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Yelarbon is a remote agricultural locality with very limited local facilities; a car is required for all daily errands and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,404.1 / 100k
2yr Down 38.9% 10yr Up 171.1%
Motor vehicle theft
531.3 / 100k
2yr Down 34.7% 10yr Up 219.2%
Non-FV assault
1,404.1 / 100k
2yr Down 17.1% 10yr Up 299.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
417.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 41.1%
View all offence categories for Goondiwindi →

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
313
▲ 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 Yelarbon known for? +

Yelarbon is known for its striking silo art, with painted grain silos that have become a popular stop on Queensland's agricultural tourism trail. The town sits on the Dumaresq River near the Queensland-New South Wales border and is surrounded by the productive farming country of the Goondiwindi Region.

How far is Yelarbon from Brisbane? +

Yelarbon is approximately 323 kilometres west-south-west of Brisbane, typically a 3.5–4.5 hour drive via the New England Highway through Goondiwindi and Toowoomba.

Does Yelarbon have public transport? +

Yelarbon has no public transport services. There is no passenger rail service to the area; the nearest Queensland Rail passenger connection is in Toowoomba, approximately 191 kilometres north-east. A car is essential.

What is the population of Yelarbon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yelarbon has a population of 313 residents spread across approximately 443 square kilometres, making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in southern Queensland.

Is Yelarbon a good place to live? +

Yelarbon suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in Queensland's agricultural west, with affordable property and wide open spaces. It appeals to farming families and those connected to the region's cropping and grazing industries, though all urban services require a drive to Goondiwindi or further afield.

What is the postcode for Yelarbon? +

The postcode for Yelarbon, QLD is 4388.

Is Yelarbon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Yelarbon is part of the Goondiwindi 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.