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Moonford

QLD 4630 • Queensland

162
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
220.09 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietBushland
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About Moonford

Moonford is a small rural locality in Queensland's North Burnett Region, situated along the Burnett Highway in the Wide Bay–Burnett area of central Queensland. With a 2021 Census population of 162 and an area of approximately 220 square kilometres, it is a sparsely populated farming district administered by the North Burnett Regional Council. The locality sits in a pastoral and agricultural landscape between the regional towns of Monto to the north and Biloela to the west.

Moonford is notable for the Cania Road, which branches north from the Burnett Highway through the locality and provides access to the popular Cania Gorge National Park and Cania Dam — a significant natural attraction in the region offering walking trails, camping, and wildlife spotting. The wider North Burnett area is known for its productive farming land, including cattle grazing and grain cropping, and the community retains a quiet, close-knit rural character suited to those seeking an agricultural lifestyle well away from major urban centres.

Moonford falls under postcode 4630 and is governed by the North Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4630
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
North Burnett
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.86°, 150.98°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
220.09 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4630

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4630, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$34,390
Median 2023–24
$40,576
▲ 18.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$47,829

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4630; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Monto / Biloela / Rockhampton 1–3 hours

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
480 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx 5.5–6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 5–5.5 hours

🛣️ Rural locality on the Burnett Highway; car is essential; nearest major services in Monto (~30 km north)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no walkable services; residents rely entirely on private vehicles

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
162
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.8 / 100k
2yr Down 32.5% 10yr Up 50.5%
Motor vehicle theft
216.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.6% 10yr Up 188.4%
Non-FV assault
942.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.8% 10yr Up 144.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
9.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
207.3 / 100k
2yr Down 23.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for North Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moonford known for? +

Moonford is known for its rural farming character and its position as a gateway to Cania Gorge National Park and Cania Dam, popular destinations for bushwalking, camping, and wildlife experiences in central Queensland.

How far is Moonford from Brisbane? +

Moonford is approximately 480 kilometres north-west of Brisbane by road, roughly a 5.5–6 hour drive via the Bruce Highway and Burnett Highway.

Does Moonford have public transport? +

Public transport in Moonford is very limited, with occasional regional services connecting to Monto and Biloela. There is no rail service and a private vehicle is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Moonford? +

The 2021 Census recorded 162 people living in Moonford, spread across approximately 220 square kilometres of North Burnett farming country.

Is Moonford a good place to live? +

Moonford offers a peaceful, agricultural lifestyle with access to natural attractions like Cania Gorge. It suits those seeking rural property and quiet country living, with services available in nearby Monto.

What is the postcode for Moonford? +

The postcode for Moonford, Queensland is 4630.

Is Moonford a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Moonford is part of the North Burnett 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.