Queensland location profile
Highfields QLD 4352
Highfields is a leafy, family-friendly township just north of Toowoomba, blending modern conveniences with a semi-rural feel. It appeals to families and professionals seeking larger blocks, quality schools, and a strong community vibe.
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Why families consider Highfields
Predominantly family households and professionals in newer estates and semi-rural acreages; quiet streets, good schools, and community facilities; popular with Toowoomba commuters seeking space and a village atmosphere.
Amenities & services
- Highfields Village Shopping Centre (supermarket and specialty stores)
- Highfields Plaza (supermarket and specialty stores)
- Highfields Medical Centre
- Highfields Family Medicine
- Highfields Tavern
- The Chocolate Cottage & Cafe
- Highfields Aquatic & Fitness Centre
- Highfields Cultural Centre
- Highfields Library (Toowoomba Regional Libraries) – Highfields Cultural Centre, O'Brien Rd, Highfields
- Toowoomba City Library – Toowoomba CBD (nearby)
Transport & connectivity
- No local train station; nearest is Toowoomba station (~13km)
- Bus Queensland services between Highfields and Toowoomba CBD (e.g., route 950)
- New England Highway, Highfields Road, Kratzke Road, Meringandan Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Highfields Sport & Recreation Park (fields and courts)
- Highfields Aquatic & Fitness Centre (indoor/outdoor pools)
- Highfields Cultural Centre (events and community programs)
- Highfields Pioneer Village & Museum
- Peacehaven Botanic Park (walking tracks and picnic areas)
- Peacehaven Botanic Park
- Charles and Motee Rogers Bushland Reserve
- Highfields Sports Park
- Highfields Village Green
Education context
Multiple long day care centres and kindergartens plus OSHC at local schools; generally good availability with moderate waitlists for infants.
- University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) – Toowoomba (Darling Heights) campus
- TAFE Queensland – Toowoomba campus
- The University of Queensland – Gatton campus