Nevilton, Queensland
Nevilton is a rural locality in the Toowoomba Region, Queensland, Australia. In the, Nevilton had a population of 25 people.
Geography
Kings Creek forms the north-western boundary of the locality. There is one peak in the north of the locality also called Nevilton, rising to above sea level.The New England Highway enters the locality from the north-west and exits to the south.
The land use is predominantly crop growing with some grazing on native vegetation and on planted pastures.
History
The locality is believed to be named after the Neville family of Kenimore Farm in the district. William Neville operated the postal receiving office when it opened in 1901.Headington Hill Provisional School opened on 11 May 1903. On 1 January 1909, it became Headington Hill State School. In 1910, it was renamed Nevilton State School. It closed in 1921, but reopened circa 1936. It closed permanently in 1958. It was at 15785 New England Highway. There is sign by the roadside indicating the site.
Demographics
In the, Nevilton had a population of 33 people.In the, Nevilton had a population of 25 people.