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Bony Mountain

QLD 4370 • Queensland

91
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
68.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Bony Mountain

Bony Mountain is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 20 kilometres north-west of Warwick and around 180 kilometres south-west of Brisbane. The locality falls within the Southern Downs Regional Council area and covers 68 square kilometres of undulating farming country on Queensland's Darling Downs. With a 2021 Census population of just 91 residents spread across 31 dwellings, it is an extremely sparsely settled farming locality. The median household income for the broader postcode area is modest, reflecting the agricultural character of the region.

The locality takes its name from a local mountain, itself named after horse bones discovered in the area — reportedly from horses that perished during a severe drought around 1900. The surrounding landscape is characterised by grazing properties and cropping farms typical of the Southern Downs. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearby towns of Allora (to the north-east) and Warwick (to the south-east) providing the closest access to shops, schools, and services. A rural fire brigade serves the Pratten–Bony Mountain area, reflecting the tight-knit emergency service network of these small farming communities.

Bony Mountain falls under postcode 4370 and is governed by the Southern Downs Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Southern Downs electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4370
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.09°, 151.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
68.17 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4370

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4370, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,482
Median 2023–24
$49,408
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,479

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4370; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Car travel required to Allora or Warwick for services N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
180 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Access via Cunningham Highway (A3). Warwick is the nearest service centre, approximately 20 km to the south-east.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote farming locality with no shops, footpaths, or public transport — a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
91
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
392.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.7 / 100k
2yr Up 48.0% 10yr Up 228.7%
Non-FV assault
863.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 138.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Up 86.6%
Steal from vehicle
243.4 / 100k
2yr Up 44.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Southern Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bony Mountain known for? +

Bony Mountain is a remote farming locality in the Southern Downs, named after a local mountain where horse bones were discovered — possibly from animals that perished in the 1900 drought. The area is characterised by grazing properties and cropping farms typical of the Darling Downs region.

How far is Bony Mountain from Brisbane? +

Bony Mountain is approximately 180 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD, a drive of around 2 to 2.5 hours via the Cunningham Highway. The nearest service town is Warwick, about 20 kilometres to the south-east.

Does Bony Mountain have public transport? +

There is no public bus or rail service to Bony Mountain. The locality is entirely car-dependent, and residents travel to Allora or Warwick for everyday needs.

What is the population of Bony Mountain? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bony Mountain has a population of 91 residents across approximately 31 dwellings, making it one of the smallest and most sparsely settled localities in Queensland's Southern Downs region.

Is Bony Mountain a good place to live? +

Bony Mountain suits people seeking a quiet, semi-isolated rural lifestyle on the Darling Downs, with wide open farming country and a small tight-knit community. It is not suited to those who rely on public transport or need ready access to urban amenities, as all services require a car trip to Allora or Warwick.

What is the postcode for Bony Mountain? +

The postcode for Bony Mountain is 4370, which it shares with Warwick and surrounding Southern Downs localities.

Is Bony Mountain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bony Mountain is part of the Southern Downs 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.