Highfields, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Highfields is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 8,568. Elevation: 2,133 ft (650 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Highfields
Highfields is a town and locality in the Toowoomba Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Highfields had a population of 8,568 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,568 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,133 ft (650 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.4634°, 151.9539° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Highfields
Highfields is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 8,568. The city sits at an elevation of 2,133 feet (650 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Highfields
Highfields has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.3°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 667 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.3°F |
| 19% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,133 ft (650 m) |
| Area | 282.3 sq mi (731.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.4634°S, 151.9539°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in |
Highfields has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 53°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and August the driest (1.1").
Schools in Highfields
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields State School | - | - | - | - |
| Mary MacKillop Catholic College | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Highfields
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Army Flying Museum | ||||
| Carbethon Museum | ||||
| Cobb & Co Museum | ||||
| DownSteam Toowoomba | ||||
| Main Roads Heritage Centre | ||||
| Murphy's Creek Railway Museum | ||||
| School Museum and Archives |
Libraries in Highfields
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dent Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Goombungee Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Highfields Library | 0.0 | |||||
| K Block (Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toowoomba City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UniSQ Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Highfields
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabarlah Markets |
Restaurants in Highfields
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Highfields
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Highfields
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Highfields
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Highfields
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Highfields
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Highfields
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Highfields
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Highfields
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Brothers Brewing | ||||
| Bone Idol Brewery | ||||
| Mouse Proof brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Highfields
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Highfields
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport | WTB | Large Airport |
| Oakey Army Aviation Centre | OKY | Medium Airport |
| Aratula Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Argyle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blenheim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boonah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cambooya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Churchable Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clifton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | - | Small Airport |
| Coominya | - | Small Airport |
| Crowley Vale private airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dalby Airport | DBY | Small Airport |
| Driftn-in Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ellinthorp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Emu Gully (Toowoomba) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gatton Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| george lees airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Greenmount ALA | - | Small Airport |
| Jimbour Homestead airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lyndley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| McCaffrey Field | - | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Millmerran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| mount archer | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Walker airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pittsworth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toowoomba Airport | TWB | Small Airport |
| Warwick Airport | WAZ | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Highfields
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Way Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Highfields
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel | |
| Highfields Baptist Church | |
| Highfields Church of Christ | |
| St Anne's Anglican Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Highfields?
Highfields has a population of 8,568 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 282.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Highfields?
Highfields enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.
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