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Mount Berryman

QLD 4341 • Queensland

96
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
26.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Mount Berryman

Mount Berryman is a small rural locality in Queensland's Lockyer Valley, approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane within the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area. With a population of just 96 residents across 26.9 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled farming community characterised by large rural properties and grazing land on native vegetation. The locality sits between Blenheim to the north and Thornton to the south, with Sandy Creek running through the area as its main natural feature.

Residents rely on nearby Laidley and Gatton for schools, shopping, and essential services, both within a short drive along well-connected local roads. The broader Lockyer Valley is renowned as Queensland's 'salad bowl' for its intensive horticulture and fertile farmland. Mount Berryman appeals to those seeking acreage living and a quiet rural lifestyle, while still being within reasonable commuting distance of Ipswich and Brisbane via the Warrego Highway.

Mount Berryman falls under postcode 4341 and is governed by the Lockyer Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4341
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.69°, 152.40°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
26.85 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4341

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4341, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,479
Median 2023–24
$55,814
▲ 22.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,330

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4341; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Laidley / Gatton 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Laidley or Gatton station then QR Western line to Brisbane (~2 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min - 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway; Laidley and Gatton are nearest service towns

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops, services, or footpaths within the locality; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
96
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.5 / 100k
2yr Up 15.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
254.9 / 100k
2yr Up 28.5% 10yr Up 32.5%
Non-FV assault
1,049.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 162.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 36.0%
Steal from vehicle
393.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Up 72.5%
View all offence categories for Lockyer Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Berryman known for? +

Mount Berryman is a small rural locality in the Lockyer Valley known for its grazing land and quiet, pastoral character. The broader Lockyer Valley region is famous as Queensland's 'salad bowl' for intensive horticulture and farming.

How far is Mount Berryman from Brisbane CBD? +

Mount Berryman is approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, roughly a 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minute drive via the Warrego Highway.

Does Mount Berryman have public transport? +

Mount Berryman has no direct public transport services. The nearest rail services are at Laidley and Gatton on the Queensland Rail Western line. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Mount Berryman? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Berryman has a population of 96 residents spread across 26.9 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Mount Berryman a good place to live? +

Mount Berryman suits those seeking a quiet, rural acreage lifestyle away from urban centres. It offers peace and open space, though residents need to travel to Laidley or Gatton for schools, shops, and services.

What is the postcode for Mount Berryman? +

The postcode for Mount Berryman, Queensland is 4341.

Is Mount Berryman a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Berryman is part of the Lockyer Valley 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.