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Mount Hallen

QLD 4312 • Queensland

457
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
52.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalPeaceful
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About Mount Hallen

Mount Hallen is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Somerset Region of Queensland, located approximately 12 kilometres south-south-west of Esk and around 98 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane. The locality spans a substantial 52.5 square kilometres of hilly terrain in the Somerset hinterland, with elevations ranging between 80 and 390 metres above sea level. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 457 residents, reflecting the area's very low residential density of around 8.7 people per square kilometre.

Mount Hallen is quintessentially rural Queensland, characterised by grazing properties, timber country, and rugged bushland typical of the Lockyer-Somerset region. Residents rely on the nearby township of Esk for everyday services including schools, a small hospital, and basic retail, while Ipswich and Toowoomba provide larger regional centre facilities within about an hour's drive. With no public transport and limited sealed road access in parts, this locality suits those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle well removed from suburban conveniences.

Mount Hallen falls under postcode 4312 and is governed by the Somerset Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Blair, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4312
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Somerset
Federal Electorate
Blair
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.26°, 152.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
52.54 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4312

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4312, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,529
Median 2023–24
$45,572
▲ 15.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,404

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4312; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Esk (12 km) 15-20 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
98 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Ipswich (~60 km)
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
75-100 min

🛣️ Access via local roads to Esk and then Warrego Highway or Brisbane Valley Highway; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mount Hallen is a remote rural locality with no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
457
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
282.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.6% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
226.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 67.7%
Non-FV assault
973.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 163.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
267.5 / 100k
2yr Down 28.4% 10yr Up 31.9%
View all offence categories for Somerset →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Hallen known for? +

Mount Hallen is known for its rugged hinterland scenery, grazing properties, and timber country in the Somerset Region of Queensland. The locality's varied terrain, ranging from 80 to 390 metres elevation, gives it a distinctive landscape character within the greater Esk–Somerset area.

How far is Mount Hallen from Brisbane CBD? +

Mount Hallen is approximately 98 kilometres west-north-west of Brisbane CBD, typically a 75–120 minute drive via local roads connecting to the Brisbane Valley Highway or Warrego Highway.

Does Mount Hallen have public transport? +

Mount Hallen has no public transport services. There is no rail or scheduled bus service to the locality; the nearest town with services is Esk, around 12 kilometres away, and a private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Mount Hallen? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Hallen has a population of 457 residents across 52.5 square kilometres, giving it one of the lower population densities in the Somerset Region at around 8.7 people per square kilometre.

Is Mount Hallen a good place to live? +

Mount Hallen suits those who value wide open spaces, agricultural lifestyle, and true rural quiet well away from suburban life. Access to services requires a car trip to Esk or further afield, making it best suited to self-sufficient households comfortable with remote living.

What is the postcode for Mount Hallen? +

The postcode for Mount Hallen is 4312, which covers a number of rural localities in the Esk and Somerset hinterland area of Queensland.

Is Mount Hallen a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Hallen is part of the Somerset 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.