Balonne Shire Council
Balonne Shire Council ranks 23rd of 77 in QLD, performing best on lifestyle & amenity (70/100).
"St George and the Balonne River — cotton, fishing, and outback community"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 4,500
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
55 out of 100
#13 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#23 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 50/100 |
| Community Services | 49/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 70/100 |
| Core Operations | 53/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Balonne Shire performs strongest in lifestyle affordability (better than 70% of peers). Performance in community services is moderate at the 49th percentile among peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
St George and the Balonne River — cotton, fishing, and outback community
Cotton and pastoral country along the Balonne River.
Known For
- St George cotton farming
- Balonne River fishing
- Irrigation farming
- Outback community
Living Here
Small, remote, agricultural.
Hidden Gem
Beardmore Dam — excellent barramundi fishing.