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Camp Mountain

QLD 4520 • Greater Brisbane

1,447
Population (2021)
$139,048
Median Household Income
16.23 km²
Area
$390/wk
Median Rent
RuralAcreageScenicFamily-FriendlyBushland

About Camp Mountain

Camp Mountain is a rural locality in the Moreton Bay Region, approximately 23 km northwest of Brisbane CBD. With a population of around 1,450, the area covers a generous 16 square kilometres of hilly, bushland terrain in the D'Aguilar Range foothills. The suburb is part of the Samford Valley corridor and offers panoramic views of Brisbane city. It has a distinctly semi-rural character with acreage properties and a strong sense of community.

Life in Camp Mountain centres around its natural beauty, with bushwalking trails, horse riding, and birdwatching popular among residents. The locality is close to the charming Samford Village, which provides cafes, shops, and a weekly farmers market. Residents are typically families and professionals seeking a tree-change lifestyle while maintaining proximity to Brisbane. The area features excellent local schools and a tight-knit community that values the peaceful, semi-rural environment.

Camp Mountain falls under postcode 4520 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pine Rivers electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4520
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moreton Bay
Federal Electorate
Dickson
State Electorate
Pine Rivers
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.40°, 152.88°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
16.23 km²
Elevation
85m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,557
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
44 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ferny Grove Station
8.5 km
Ferny Grove line (terminus)

Bus Services

  • 385 — Samford to Ferny Grove Station 15-20 mins to Ferny Grove

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
23 km
By Train
50-60 mins (drive to Ferny Grove then train)
By Car (Peak)
35-50 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 mins

🛣️ Car essential; most residents drive to Ferny Grove Station for park-and-ride train commute

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
402.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.9% 10yr Down 44.2%
Motor vehicle theft
187.2 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
687.9 / 100k
2yr Down 19.0% 10yr Up 104.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.3 / 100k
2yr Down 27.3% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Down 13.9% 10yr Down 18.0%
View all offence categories for Moreton Bay →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,416
Census 2021
1,447
▲ 2.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$40,820
Personal Income 2021
$47,476
▲ 16.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$47,476 / yr
$913/wk
Household
$139,048 / yr
$2674/wk
Family
$143,676 / yr
$2763/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,166
Born Overseas 243

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 85
  • 2. New Zealand 37
  • 3. South Africa 17
  • 4. Germany 14
  • 5. United States 11
  • 6. Scotland 8
  • 7. Netherlands 7
  • 8. Fiji 6
  • 9. Taiwan 6
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 685
Australian 532
Scottish 231
Irish 228
German 115
Italian 52
Dutch 34
New Zealander 24
Australian Aboriginal 22
Chinese 17

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

900
Both parents born in Australia
289
Both parents born overseas
219
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.8%
Christianity
45.5%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.6%
Judaism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
59 (4.1%)
5-14 years
239 (16.5%)
15-19 years
106 (7.3%)
20-24 years
76 (5.3%)
25-34 years
88 (6.1%)
35-44 years
172 (11.9%)
45-54 years
249 (17.2%)
55-64 years
223 (15.4%)
65-74 years
158 (10.9%)
75-84 years
75 (5.2%)
85+ years
16 (1.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Camp Mountain known for? +

Camp Mountain is known for its bushland acreage lifestyle adjacent to the charming Samford Village. Residents enjoy horse riding, bushwalking, and birdwatching in a green hilly setting just 23 kilometres north-west of Brisbane.

How far is Camp Mountain from Brisbane? +

Camp Mountain is approximately 23 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, a drive of about 30–35 minutes via Samford Road.

Does Camp Mountain have public transport? +

Camp Mountain has very limited public transport. Buses from Samford Village provide connections to Brisbane, but residents generally rely on private vehicles given the rural acreage character of the locality.

What is the population of Camp Mountain? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 1,447 residents in Camp Mountain, a rural residential locality in the Moreton Bay Regional Council area.

Is Camp Mountain a good place to live? +

Camp Mountain is popular with families seeking a green acreage lifestyle close to Brisbane. The proximity to Samford Village's cafes, schools, and community events, combined with natural bushland surroundings, makes it a desirable tree-change option.

What is the postcode for Camp Mountain? +

The postcode for Camp Mountain is 4520, which it shares with Samford Valley and surrounding localities in the Moreton Bay Region.

What is the average income in Camp Mountain? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Camp Mountain is about $913 per week (around $47,500 per year). The median household income is $2,674 per week and the median family income is $2,763 per week.

What is the age profile of Camp Mountain? +

The median age in Camp Mountain is 44. The largest age group is 45–54 (249 residents, around 17%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 17% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Camp Mountain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Camp Mountain is part of the Moreton Bay 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.

How much is rent in Camp Mountain? +

In Camp Mountain, the median weekly rent is $390, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,557 (2021 Census).