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Mosman Park

QLD 4820 • Queensland

342
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.61 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
AffordableOutback TownGold Rush HeritageResidentialNorth Queensland
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About Mosman Park

Mosman Park is a small residential suburb of Charters Towers in North Queensland, located within the Charters Towers Regional Council area approximately 135 kilometres southwest of Townsville. With a population of 342 at the 2021 census across 2.6 square kilometres, it is a quiet residential neighbourhood on the outskirts of the historic gold mining town. The suburb features modest homes on generous blocks in a typically dry tropical setting.

Mosman Park offers affordable suburban living on the edge of Charters Towers, one of Queensland's best-preserved gold rush towns. Residents have easy access to the town's heritage buildings, Lissner Park, and local shopping. The area attracts families and retirees drawn to the extremely affordable housing, warm dry climate, and the relaxed pace of outback Queensland life, while Townsville provides major city services within a 90-minute drive.

Mosman Park falls under postcode 4820 and is governed by the Charters Towers Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4820
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Charters Towers
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.10°, 146.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.61 km²
Population Density
131 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4820

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4820, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,656
Median 2023–24
$56,547
▲ 16.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,894

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4820; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Charters Towers Station
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Charters Towers Transit — Charters Towers CBD 5 min

Commute to Charters Towers

Distance
2 km
By Train
N/A — limited Inlander service
By Bus
5 min
By Car (Peak)
5 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 min

🛣️ Townsville is 1.5 hours northeast by car. Limited public transport.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential suburb with some services walkable in town centre. Car needed for broader area.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
342
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
712.6 / 100k
2yr Down 38.9% 10yr Down 37.6%
Motor vehicle theft
265.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 14.5%
Non-FV assault
2,112.8 / 100k
2yr Down 13.4% 10yr Up 180.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
33.1 / 100k
2yr Up 298.1% 10yr Up 300.6%
Steal from vehicle
314.9 / 100k
2yr Up 22.0% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Charters Towers →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mosman Park known for? +

Mosman Park is a small residential suburb of Charters Towers in North Queensland, located within the Charters Towers Regional Council area approximately 135 kilometres southwest of Townsville. With a population of 342 at the 2021 census across 2.6 square kilometres, it is a quiet residential neighbourhood on the outskirts of the historic gold mining town.

How far is Mosman Park from Brisbane CBD? +

Mosman Park is approximately 2 km from Charters Towers. By car, the journey takes around 3 min off-peak and 5 min during peak hours.

Does Mosman Park have public transport? +

Mosman Park is served by Charters Towers Station (2 km away) on the Great Northern Railway (Inlander service, limited). Bus services also connect to Charters Towers CBD. The commute to Brisbane CBD takes approximately 3 min by car.

What is the population of Mosman Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mosman Park has a population of approximately 342 residents, making it a small suburb.

Is Mosman Park a good place to live? +

Mosman Park offers affordable housing options and practical suburban living, making it a good choice for first home buyers, families, and those on a budget who still want access to regional amenities.

What is the postcode for Mosman Park? +

The postcode for Mosman Park, QLD is 4820.

Is Mosman Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mosman Park is part of the Charters Towers 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.