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Blue Mountain Heights

QLD 4350 • Queensland

988
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyHillsideToowoomba FringeLeafy Suburb
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About Blue Mountain Heights

Blue Mountain Heights is an elevated residential locality on Toowoomba's northern fringe in Queensland, around 7 km from the CBD. It has a modest suburban population and a leafy, low-to-medium density built form. The area is known for escarpment outlooks and cooler hilltop conditions compared with lower parts of the region. Its character is quiet and family-oriented with good road access to Toowoomba services.

Lifestyle in Blue Mountain Heights offers a blend of suburban comfort and nearby natural landscapes, with parks and lookout areas close by. Residents typically access major shopping, schools and health facilities in Toowoomba and neighbouring northern suburbs. Public transport is available but less frequent than inner-city corridors, so many households rely on private cars. The suburb suits families and professionals seeking space and views near an established regional city.

Blue Mountain Heights falls under postcode 4350 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Groom, while state elections fall under the Toowoomba South electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4350
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Groom
State Electorate
Toowoomba South
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.58°, 151.85°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.85 km²
Population Density
257 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4350

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4350, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,311
Median 2023–24
$57,299
▲ 21.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,246

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4350; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TransLink/Toowoomba local bus services — Toowoomba CBD and northern suburban centres 20-35 min depending on route

Commute to Toowoomba CBD

Distance
7 km
By Train
No suburban passenger rail network for local commuting
By Bus
~20-35 min on local services
By Car (Peak)
12-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Car travel is common; buses provide useful but lower-frequency suburban coverage.

Walkability Low-Moderate

Residential streets are walkable locally, but many daily destinations are best reached by car or bus.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
988
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Toowoomba Local Government Area, which contains Blue Mountain Heights. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
826.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.3% 10yr Up 12.0%
Motor vehicle theft
288.8 / 100k
2yr Down 19.5% 10yr Up 68.7%
Non-FV assault
879.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 124.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
15 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Up 145.8%
Steal from vehicle
446 / 100k
2yr Down 14.1% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence categories for Toowoomba →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blue Mountain Heights known for? +

Blue Mountain Heights is an elevated residential locality on Toowoomba's northern fringe in Queensland, around 7 km from the CBD. It has a modest suburban population and a leafy, low-to-medium density built form.

How far is Blue Mountain Heights from Brisbane CBD? +

Blue Mountain Heights is approximately 7 km from Toowoomba CBD. By car, the journey takes around 10-15 min off-peak and 12-20 min during peak hours.

Does Blue Mountain Heights have public transport? +

Blue Mountain Heights is served by bus routes connecting to Toowoomba CBD and northern suburban centres, though there is no direct rail service. A car is recommended for most journeys.

What is the population of Blue Mountain Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blue Mountain Heights has a population of approximately 988 residents, making it a small suburb.

Is Blue Mountain Heights a good place to live? +

Blue Mountain Heights offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with access to local amenities and services. It suits a range of residents from families to retirees, depending on personal preferences for pace of life and proximity to urban centres.

What is the postcode for Blue Mountain Heights? +

The postcode for Blue Mountain Heights, QLD is 4350.

Is Blue Mountain Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Blue Mountain Heights is part of the Toowoomba LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.