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Mount Garnet

QLD 4872 • Queensland

532
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
446.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteHistoricAgriculturalMining Heritage
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About Mount Garnet

Mount Garnet is a small rural town in Queensland's Tablelands Region, situated at an elevation of 660 m on the Atherton Tablelands, approximately 161 km south-west of Cairns. The town spans a large locality of around 503 km² and recorded a population of 532 residents in the 2021 Census. Named after the garnet minerals found in the area, Mount Garnet has a rich history in base metal mining — primarily zinc, lead, and silver — which shaped the town's early development.

Mount Garnet is a quiet outback tablelands community surrounded by cattle grazing country, remnant tropical rainforest, and geological formations. The nearby Millstream Falls — the widest waterfall in Australia — and Innot Hot Springs are popular local attractions drawing travellers along the Savannah Way. Residents enjoy an affordable rural lifestyle with the town supporting a general store, pub, primary school, and basic services, while larger facilities are available in Ravenshoe (~46 km east) or Atherton (~96 km east).

Mount Garnet falls under postcode 4872 and is governed by the Tablelands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4872
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tablelands
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.03°, 145.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
446.94 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4872

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4872 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,620
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,030

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4872; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Tablelands Bus & Coach — Atherton / Ravenshoe ~1 hr to Atherton (limited schedule)

Commute to Cairns

Distance
161 km
By Train
No rail service
By Bus
No direct bus service to Cairns; limited regional connections via Atherton
By Car (Peak)
~2 hr via Gillies Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 55 min

🛣️ Mount Garnet is a remote tablelands town with very limited public transport. Private vehicle is essential; the Kennedy Highway and Savannah Way are key access routes.

Walkability Car Dependent

Mount Garnet is a remote rural town where walking serves only local needs within the small township. A car is essential for access to services beyond the town centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
532
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,556.7 / 100k
2yr Up 40.5% 10yr Up 168.9%
Motor vehicle theft
414.2 / 100k
2yr Up 68.5% 10yr Up 154.7%
Non-FV assault
1,156.9 / 100k
2yr Down 12.2% 10yr Up 180.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
35.7 / 100k
2yr Up 62.2% 10yr Up 200.1%
Steal from vehicle
346.3 / 100k
2yr Up 38.8% 10yr Up 30.4%
View all offence categories for Tablelands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Garnet known for? +

Mount Garnet is a small rural town in Queensland's Tablelands Region, situated at an elevation of 660 m on the Atherton Tablelands, approximately 161 km south-west of Cairns. The town spans a large locality of around 503 km² and recorded a population of 532 residents in the 2021 Census.

How far is Mount Garnet from Brisbane CBD? +

Mount Garnet is approximately 161 km from Cairns. By car, the journey takes around ~1 hr 55 min off-peak and ~2 hr via Gillies Highway during peak hours.

Does Mount Garnet have public transport? +

Mount Garnet is served by bus routes connecting to Atherton / Ravenshoe, though there is no direct rail service. A car is recommended for most journeys.

What is the population of Mount Garnet? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Garnet has a population of approximately 532 residents, making it a small rural locality.

Is Mount Garnet a good place to live? +

Mount Garnet suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with open spaces and natural surroundings. It is ideal for people seeking acreage, farming, or a secluded country retreat, with urban amenities accessible from nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Mount Garnet? +

The postcode for Mount Garnet, QLD is 4872.

Is Mount Garnet a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Garnet is part of the Tablelands 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.