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Mount Kelly

QLD 4807 • Queensland

291
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
46.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuietAffordable
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About Mount Kelly

Mount Kelly is a rural locality in the Shire of Burdekin in North Queensland, situated approximately 50 kilometres south of Ayr and 70 kilometres south of Townsville. The locality covers around 47 square kilometres and is bounded to the south and south-east by the Burdekin River, with Kelly Mountain forming a prominent natural landmark at its centre. With a 2021 population of 291, it is a sparsely settled agricultural area within Queensland's premier sugar cane and cattle farming region.

The Burdekin district surrounding Mount Kelly is famous for producing a significant share of Australia's raw sugar, and the agricultural identity of the area strongly shapes local life. Residents enjoy a quiet, rural lifestyle with the Burdekin River offering fishing and recreational opportunities. Ayr, the Burdekin Shire's main service centre, provides schools, shopping, and health services, while Townsville — with its major airport, hospitals, and university — is roughly an hour's drive north.

Mount Kelly falls under postcode 4807 and is governed by the Burdekin Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Burdekin electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4807
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Burdekin
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Burdekin
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.91°, 147.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
46.78 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4807

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4807, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,760
Median 2023–24
$56,502
▲ 23.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,872

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4807; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / limited regional services — Townsville / Ayr Approx. 1 hour to Townsville

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
1370 km
By Train
No practical train service; Townsville (70 km north) has regional rail connections
By Car (Peak)
14–15 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
13–14 hours

🛣️ Ayr (approx. 50 km north) is the nearest service centre; Townsville is the nearest major city at 70 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Completely car-dependent rural locality; all services require a drive to Ayr or Townsville

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
291
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
540.5 / 100k
2yr Down 48.6% 10yr Down 13.3%
Motor vehicle theft
270.3 / 100k
2yr Down 22.0% 10yr Up 46.3%
Non-FV assault
1,161.5 / 100k
2yr Down 15.9% 10yr Up 145.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
172.5 / 100k
2yr Down 47.6% 10yr Down 62.2%
View all offence categories for Burdekin →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Kelly known for? +

Mount Kelly is known for its rural, agricultural character in North Queensland's Burdekin Shire, an area renowned for sugar cane farming and cattle grazing. The locality is also notable for Kelly Mountain and the scenic stretch of the Burdekin River along its southern boundary.

How far is Mount Kelly from Townsville? +

Mount Kelly is approximately 70 kilometres south of Townsville, typically around a 55–70 minute drive north via the Bruce Highway.

Does Mount Kelly have public transport? +

Mount Kelly has no local public transport services. There is no rail access, and bus services are extremely limited in this rural locality. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Mount Kelly? +

The 2021 Census recorded 291 residents in Mount Kelly, reflecting its character as a sparsely populated North Queensland rural locality.

Is Mount Kelly a good place to live? +

Mount Kelly suits those seeking a remote, peaceful rural lifestyle in North Queensland. It offers wide open spaces, access to the Burdekin River, and the agricultural lifestyle of one of Australia's most productive farming regions, with Ayr and Townsville providing essential services.

What is the postcode for Mount Kelly? +

Mount Kelly's postcode is 4807, covering the Burdekin and lower Bowen area of North Queensland.

Is Mount Kelly a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Kelly is part of the Burdekin 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.