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Bunya Mountains

QLD 4405 • Queensland

110
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
372.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteBushlandHinterlandPeaceful
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About Bunya Mountains

Bunya Mountains is a remote highland locality spanning approximately 371 square kilometres across the Western Downs and South Burnett regions of Queensland, situated around 234 kilometres north-west of Brisbane and 109 kilometres north-north-west of Toowoomba. With a population of just 110 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, it is one of Queensland's smallest and most sparsely settled localities, with a density of under one person per square kilometre. The locality takes its name from the Bunya Mountains range, famed for the largest remaining stands of ancient bunya pines in the world and recognised as one of the most significant cultural landscapes in eastern Australia.

The locality is dominated by the Bunya Mountains National Park, established in 1908, which protects a remarkable mosaic of subtropical rainforest, eucalypt woodland, and wildlife-rich bushland, along with permanent waterfalls and panoramic views across the surrounding plains. The park is a popular destination for bushwalkers, campers, and wildlife enthusiasts, and holds deep spiritual significance for the Wakka Wakka, Jarowair, and Barrumgum peoples. Access to the Bunya Mountains is via steep and winding mountain roads, and there are no urban amenities within the locality itself — the nearest services are in the towns of Dalby and Kingaroy.

Bunya Mountains falls under postcode 4405 and is governed by the Western Downs Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4405
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Western Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.32°, 150.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
372.56 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4405

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4405, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,766
Median 2023–24
$56,066
▲ 22.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,708

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4405; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all travel N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
234 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hrs

🛣️ Access via steep mountain roads; nearest towns are Dalby (63 km) and Kingaroy (58 km)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote national park locality with no shops or services; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
110
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
657.5 / 100k
2yr Down 30.7% 10yr Up 20.4%
Motor vehicle theft
401.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.7% 10yr Up 135.9%
Non-FV assault
1,093.1 / 100k
2yr Down 23.7% 10yr Up 96.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr Down 41.0% 10yr Down 42.6%
Steal from vehicle
663.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 35.2%
View all offence categories for Western Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bunya Mountains known for? +

Bunya Mountains is renowned for the Bunya Mountains National Park, which protects the world's largest remaining stands of bunya pines and vast subtropical rainforest. It is also one of Australia's most significant Indigenous cultural landscapes, historically used as a pan-tribal gathering place by Aboriginal peoples from across eastern Australia.

How far is Bunya Mountains from Brisbane? +

Bunya Mountains is approximately 234 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, making it roughly a 2.5–3 hour drive via Toowoomba or Dalby.

Does Bunya Mountains have public transport? +

There is no public transport servicing the Bunya Mountains locality. Access is entirely by car via steep and winding mountain roads, with the nearest towns of Dalby (about 63 km) and Kingaroy (about 58 km) providing the closest services.

What is the population of Bunya Mountains? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bunya Mountains has a population of approximately 110 residents, spread across a vast 371 square kilometre area, making it one of Queensland's least densely populated localities.

Is Bunya Mountains a good place to live? +

Bunya Mountains suits those seeking an extraordinary lifestyle deeply immersed in nature, with rainforest surroundings, abundant wildlife, and a strong sense of remoteness. It is not suited to those requiring urban conveniences, as all shopping and services require a significant drive.

What is the postcode for Bunya Mountains? +

The postcode for Bunya Mountains is 4405.

Is Bunya Mountains a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bunya Mountains is part of the Western 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.