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Mount Abundance

QLD 4455 • Queensland

178
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1656.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Mount Abundance

Mount Abundance is a vast rural locality in Queensland's Maranoa Region, situated approximately 27 kilometres south-west of Roma in the state's outback south-west. Spanning over 1,656 square kilometres, the locality is sparsely settled with a population of 178 people recorded in the 2021 Census, spread across extensive sheep and cattle grazing properties. The area is administered by Maranoa Regional Council and sits along the Warrego Highway corridor, one of the key routes connecting south-east Queensland with outback communities.

Mount Abundance holds considerable historical significance — the heritage-listed Mount Abundance Homestead, built from around 1860, was one of the earliest pastoral stations in the region and played a central role in the founding of Roma. The locality is characterised by open brigalow and mulga country, typical of the south-west Queensland grazing belt. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, with Roma providing the nearest access to services, schools, and healthcare. The landscape suits those drawn to a quiet, self-sufficient pastoral lifestyle far from urban centres.

Mount Abundance falls under postcode 4455 and is governed by Maranoa Regional Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4455
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Maranoa Regional Council
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.73°, 148.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1656.34 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Roma (27km NE) is the nearest service hub N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
565 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
6–7 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5.5–6.5 hours

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway (A2). Roma (27km NE) is the nearest town for fuel, services, and healthcare.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; Roma provides the nearest shops, schools, and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Maranoa Regional Council Local Government Area, which contains Mount Abundance. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
385.5 / 100k
2yr Down 68.5% 10yr Down 17.0%
Motor vehicle theft
118.6 / 100k
2yr Down 80.4% 10yr Up 27.8%
Non-FV assault
985.9 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Up 99.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
170.5 / 100k
2yr Down 70.3% 10yr Down 48.7%
View all offence categories for Maranoa Regional Council →

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
178
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Abundance known for? +

Mount Abundance is known for its heritage-listed homestead, one of Queensland's earliest pastoral stations, which played a role in the founding of Roma in 1862. The locality is part of the vast sheep and cattle grazing country of south-west Queensland.

How far is Mount Abundance from Brisbane? +

Mount Abundance is approximately 565 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane, typically a 5.5 to 7 hour drive via the Warrego Highway.

Does Mount Abundance have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Mount Abundance. The nearest town with limited services is Roma, approximately 27 kilometres to the north-east. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Mount Abundance? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Abundance had a population of 178 people, spread across a vast area of over 1,656 square kilometres — one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland.

Is Mount Abundance a good place to live? +

Mount Abundance suits those who embrace a self-sufficient, remote pastoral lifestyle. It offers expansive open country and a strong connection to Queensland's pastoral heritage, though access to services, schools, and healthcare requires travel to Roma.

What is the postcode for Mount Abundance? +

The postcode for Mount Abundance, Queensland is 4455.

Is Mount Abundance a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Abundance is part of the Maranoa Regional Council 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.