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Captains Mountain

QLD 4357 • Queensland

74
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
173.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Captains Mountain

Captains Mountain is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland's Darling Downs, situated approximately 95 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba and 13 kilometres south-west of the nearest town of Millmerran. With a 2021 Census population of 74 residents spread across a large 173 square kilometres, it is a classic broad-acre farming locality on the western Darling Downs plains. The locality takes its name from Captains Mountain itself, a prominent feature of the local landscape, and is connected to the surrounding region via the Gore Highway.

Agriculture dominates the local economy, with properties in the area primarily devoted to cattle grazing and dryland cropping typical of the Darling Downs. The locality has no commercial services of its own; residents travel to Millmerran for schools, basic shopping, and community facilities, and to Toowoomba for more substantial needs. The Gore Highway provides the main transport link through the locality, and a school bus service operates for students attending Millmerran State School. The peaceful, open farming landscape appeals to those with a deep connection to rural Queensland life.

Captains Mountain falls under postcode 4357 and is governed by the Toowoomba 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
4357
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.96°, 151.10°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
173.33 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4357

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4357, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,322
Median 2023–24
$45,013
▲ 20.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,868

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4357; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • School bus services (term time only) — Millmerran State School Varies by route

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
230 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Toowoomba then Queensland Rail services (approx. 3.5 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hrs

🛣️ Gore Highway links south to Goondiwindi and north-east to Millmerran and Toowoomba; highly car-dependent

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Captains Mountain has no local services; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Millmerran the nearest town for shopping and schools

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
74
▲ 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 Captains Mountain. 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 Captains Mountain known for? +

Captains Mountain is known for its broad-acre farming landscape on the western Darling Downs, with properties dedicated to cattle grazing and dryland cropping. The locality takes its name from the local mountain feature and has a long history of dairy and agricultural activity dating back to the early 1900s.

How far is Captains Mountain from Toowoomba? +

Captains Mountain is approximately 95 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba, making it roughly a 1 hour drive via the Gore Highway.

Does Captains Mountain have public transport? +

Captains Mountain has no regular public transport services apart from school bus routes during term time. There is no passenger rail service in the area, and a car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Captains Mountain? +

According to the 2021 Census, Captains Mountain has a population of 74 residents across approximately 173 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled farming locality in the Toowoomba Region.

Is Captains Mountain a good place to live? +

Captains Mountain suits those with a strong affinity for rural Queensland life and broad-acre farming. With no local shops or services, it is best suited to established farming families or those seeking large rural properties away from urban areas.

What is the postcode for Captains Mountain? +

The postcode for Captains Mountain is 4357.

Is Captains Mountain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Captains Mountain 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.