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Mount Martin

QLD 4754 • Queensland

191
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
40.39 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMackay RegionAgriculturalSugarcane District
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About Mount Martin

Mount Martin is a rural locality in the Mackay Region of Queensland, north-west of Mackay and near Mirani. It has a small but established population with land use focused on sugarcane and grazing. The locality has a distinctly rural character, with scattered homes and agricultural infrastructure across a broad area. It remains closely linked to Mackay's regional economy and service base.

Lifestyle in Mount Martin is suited to households wanting rural space while keeping road access to Mackay and Mirani services. Residents commonly travel for major retail, secondary schooling and specialist health care, though local community links are strong in surrounding districts. Public transport is limited and mostly regional or school-focused, so private vehicles are central to daily mobility. The area appeals to farming families and workers in agriculture and regional industries.

Mount Martin falls under postcode 4754 and is governed by the Mackay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dawson, while state elections fall under the Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4754
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Mirani
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.19°, 148.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
40.39 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4754

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4754, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,951
Median 2023–24
$69,846
▲ 37.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$83,347

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4754; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mackay Railway Station (Paget)
46 km
Not practical

Bus Services

  • Mackay Transit/regional connectors via Mirani corridor — Mackay CBD and surrounding towns ~45-70 min depending on route and transfers

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
43 km
By Train
Rail not typically used for local commute
By Bus
~60-90 min (limited service coverage)
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Driving is the primary mode for work and services.

Walkability Low

Rural layout and long distances to key services reduce walkability.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
191
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
694.6 / 100k
2yr Down 16.1% 10yr Down 34.3%
Motor vehicle theft
316.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 42.1%
Non-FV assault
1,256 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 128.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.2 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Up 110.6%
Steal from vehicle
716.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mackay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Martin known for? +

Mount Martin is a rural locality in the Mackay Region, known for its pastoral and agricultural character north-west of Mackay. The area provides access to the Eungella hinterland, which is home to the famous Eungella National Park and its platypus-viewing opportunities.

How far is Mount Martin from Mackay? +

Mount Martin is approximately 43 kilometres north-west of Mackay CBD, about a 40–55 minute drive. Mackay is the main regional centre with hospitals, shopping, and Mackay Airport for flights to Brisbane.

Does Mount Martin have public transport? +

Mount Martin has very limited bus services. A car is the primary mode of transport; Mackay is the nearest major centre and provides all essential services including bus and long-distance rail connections.

What is the population of Mount Martin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Martin has a population of approximately 191 residents, a small rural community in the Mackay Region.

Is Mount Martin a good place to live? +

Mount Martin suits those working in the agricultural or pastoral industries in the Mackay Region, offering a quiet rural lifestyle with access to Eungella National Park and reasonable driving distance to Mackay's city services.

What is the postcode for Mount Martin? +

The postcode for Mount Martin, QLD is 4754.

Is Mount Martin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Martin is part of the Mackay 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.