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Mount Gipps

QLD 4285 • Queensland

12
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.56 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Mount Gipps

Mount Gipps is a remote rural locality in the Scenic Rim Region of Queensland, situated on the McPherson Range approximately 112 kilometres south of Brisbane and 42.8 kilometres south of Beaudesert, straddling the Queensland–New South Wales border ridge. Covering 15.6 square kilometres of rugged mountain terrain within the broader Lamington–Border Ranges wilderness corridor, the locality records negligible permanent population, as most of the land is protected national park or state forest. The McPherson Range forms part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia UNESCO World Heritage Area, protecting ancient subtropical and temperate rainforest, clear mountain streams and exceptional biodiversity. The locality's elevated ridgeline terrain encompasses peaks, escarpments and headwater catchments of both Queensland and NSW river systems.

Mount Gipps is essentially a wilderness locality with no residential services, valued entirely for its exceptional natural environment within the Scenic Rim's World Heritage landscape. The adjoining Lamington National Park and Border Ranges National Park on the NSW side contain some of Australia's most spectacular rainforest walking trails, including the renowned Scenic Rim Trail and tracks leading to waterfalls and volcanic rim lookouts. Beaudesert (42.8 km north) is the nearest service centre, and the Gold Coast (approximately 60 km north-east) provides the nearest urban services and airport. The locality is popular with serious bushwalkers, eco-tourists and wildlife photographers exploring the McPherson Range's extraordinary flora and fauna.

Mount Gipps falls under postcode 4285 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4285
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.06°, 152.98°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.56 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Robina
62 km
Gold Coast Line – trains to Brisbane Central ~60 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
112 km
By Train
Not practical – drive ~60 km to Gold Coast stations, then train to Brisbane
By Bus
Not available
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 40 min to Brisbane via Beaudesert and Logan Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 25 min

🛣️ There are no services or permanent residents in Mount Gipps locality. Access is via unsealed national park roads. Beaudesert (~43 km north) is the nearest town. 4WD recommended for mountain access tracks.

Walkability Car Dependent

Mount Gipps is entirely a wilderness locality. There are no roads, services or amenities. Access is on foot via national park walking trails only in many parts of the locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
12
▲ 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Gipps known for? +

Mount Gipps is a remote rural locality in the Scenic Rim Region of Queensland, situated on the McPherson Range approximately 112 kilometres south of Brisbane and 42.8 kilometres south of Beaudesert, straddling the Queensland–New South Wales border ridge. Covering 15.6 square kilometres of rugged mountain terrain within the broader Lamington–Border Ranges wilderness corridor, the locality records n

How far is Mount Gipps from Brisbane CBD? +

Mount Gipps is approximately 112 km from Brisbane. By car, the journey takes around ~1 hr 25 min off-peak and ~1 hr 40 min to Brisbane via Beaudesert and Logan Motorway during peak hours.

Does Mount Gipps have public transport? +

Mount Gipps is served by Robina (62 km away) on the Gold Coast Line – trains to Brisbane Central ~60 min. The commute to Brisbane CBD takes approximately ~1 hr 25 min by car.

What is the population of Mount Gipps? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Gipps has a population of approximately 12 residents, making it a small rural locality.

Is Mount Gipps a good place to live? +

Mount Gipps 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 Gipps? +

The postcode for Mount Gipps, QLD is 4285.