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Torrington
ToowoombaQueensland
Torrington is located in Queensland
Torrington
Torrington
Location in Queensland
Population 1,070 (2021 census)
 • Density 137.2/km2 (355/sq mi)
Postcode(s) 4350
Area 7.8 km2 (3.0 sq mi)
Time zone AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location
  • 6.4 km (4 mi) WNW of Toowoomba CBD
  • 138 km (86 mi) W of Brisbane
LGA(s) Toowoomba Region
State electorate(s) Condamine
Federal Division(s) Groom
Suburbs around Torrington:
Charlton Cotswold Hills Wilsonton
Wellcamp Torrington Wilsonton
Wellcamp Glenvale Glenvale

Torrington is a quiet area, also known as a locality, located in Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia. It's part of the wider Toowoomba Region. In 2021, about 1,070 people lived in Torrington.

Where is Torrington Located?

Torrington is found about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) west of the main part of Toowoomba city. You can reach it easily from the Warrego Highway.

What's Around Torrington?

On the eastern side of Torrington, along Boundary Road, there's a big area with many businesses and factories. This industrial zone helps serve the needs of the whole Toowoomba region.

A Quick Look at Torrington's History

Before 2008, Torrington was part of a different local government area called the Shire of Jondaryan. In 2008, many smaller areas joined together to form the larger Toowoomba Region, and Torrington became part of it.

Who Lives in Torrington?

The number of people living in Torrington has been growing.

  • In 2016, there were 879 people living there.
  • By 2021, the population had grown to 1,070 people.

Learning Opportunities Near Torrington

Torrington itself doesn't have any schools. However, there are several schools nearby for students.

Primary Schools Close By

  • Fairview Heights State School is in Wilsonton, to the north-west.
  • Glenvale State School is in Glenvale, to the south-east.
  • Wellcamp State School is in Wellcamp, to the south-west.

Secondary Schools Near Torrington

  • The closest high school is Wilsonton State High School, also located in Wilsonton.

Important Services in Torrington

You can find the Fairview Ambulance Station at 445 Bridge Street. This station helps provide emergency medical services to the area.

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