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Clear Mountain

QLD 4500 • Queensland

807
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
10.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralBushlandPeacefulFamily-FriendlyElevated
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About Clear Mountain

Clear Mountain is a scenic semi-rural locality in Queensland's Moreton Bay Region, approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Brisbane's CBD. Covering around 10.6 square kilometres of elevated bushland and acreage residential land, the locality has a population of 807 residents and is nestled in the D'Aguilar Range foothills, west of Petrie and north of Albany Creek. Clear Mountain falls under the Moreton Bay Regional Council and is part of the Dickson federal electorate, with its elevated terrain offering open views across the Brisbane Valley and surrounding bush.

Residents of Clear Mountain enjoy a peaceful bushland lifestyle with good access to Albany Creek's retail and community services, approximately 8 kilometres to the south. The area is predominantly acreage residential, with hobby farms, horse properties, and native bush corridors giving the locality a relaxed rural atmosphere within easy reach of suburban amenities. The nearby D'Aguilar National Park provides extensive opportunities for bushwalking, mountain biking, and wildlife encounters, while families are drawn by proximity to schools in the Samford Valley area and the appeal of space and quiet in the D'Aguilar foothills.

Clear Mountain falls under postcode 4500 and is governed by the Moreton Bay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dickson, while state elections fall under the Pine Rivers electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4500
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moreton Bay
Federal Electorate
Dickson
State Electorate
Pine Rivers
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.31°, 152.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.62 km²
Population Density
76 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4500

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4500, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,820
Median 2023–24
$62,984
▲ 23.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,280

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4500; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Petrie
13 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Very limited local services — Albany Creek and Petrie surrounds Variable

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
~35 min to Brisbane Central from Petrie Station (~13km away)
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway accessible via Petrie; Strathpine Road connects to suburban Brisbane; car essential within locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Elevated semi-rural locality with no walkable services — a car is essential for all shopping and daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
807
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Moreton Bay Local Government Area, which contains Clear 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clear Mountain known for? +

Clear Mountain is known for its elevated bushland setting, sweeping views over the Brisbane Valley, and proximity to the D'Aguilar National Park. The locality is popular with those seeking acreage living and a semi-rural lifestyle within reach of Brisbane's northern suburbs.

How far is Clear Mountain from Brisbane CBD? +

Clear Mountain is approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Brisbane's CBD, typically a 35–50 minute drive depending on traffic. Off-peak travel times are generally 25–35 minutes via Strathpine Road or the Bruce Highway through Petrie.

Does Clear Mountain have public transport? +

Public transport within Clear Mountain is very limited. The nearest train station is Petrie, approximately 13 kilometres to the east, which connects to Brisbane CBD via the Sunshine Coast and Caboolture lines in around 35 minutes.

What is the population of Clear Mountain? +

According to the 2021 Census, Clear Mountain has a population of approximately 807 residents across around 264 dwellings in an area of 10.6 square kilometres.

Is Clear Mountain a good place to live? +

Clear Mountain is well suited to families and those who value space, nature, and a quiet semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Brisbane. The D'Aguilar Range setting, bushland surroundings, and acreage properties make it an attractive option, though residents must be comfortable with car dependency and limited local services.

What is the postcode for Clear Mountain? +

The postcode for Clear Mountain is 4500, which is shared with Petrie and other northern Moreton Bay localities in South East Queensland.

Is Clear Mountain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Clear 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.