Mount Mee

QLD 4521 • Queensland

519
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
77.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandSemi-RuralPeacefulHinterland

About Mount Mee

Mount Mee is a scenic hinterland locality in South East Queensland, situated in the d'Aguilar Range approximately 60 kilometres north of Brisbane within the Moreton Bay Region. The area spans a large 77 square kilometres of elevated hinterland, and the 2021 Census recorded a population of 519 residents across around 204 dwellings. The locality sits at an elevated position in the ranges, giving it a cooler, greener character compared to the surrounding coastal lowlands, and it falls within the federal electorate of Longman.

Mount Mee is best known for its proximity to d'Aguilar National Park, which borders the locality and offers walking trails, waterfalls, and abundant native wildlife, making it a popular destination for bushwalkers and nature enthusiasts from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. The area is strongly rural and semi-rural in character, with hobby farms, acreage properties, and rural residential blocks typical of the landscape. There is a primary school serving the community, and residents make the drive to nearby Dayboro, Woodford, or Caboolture for shopping and services. It attracts those seeking a quiet, nature-immersed lifestyle within reach of South East Queensland's urban centres.

Mount Mee falls under postcode 4521 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pine Rivers electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4521
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.17°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
77.54 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited school bus services — Dayboro and surrounding areas Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
60 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Caboolture then train (~1 hr to Brisbane)
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min via Bruce Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
60-75 min via Bruce Highway or Mount Mee Road

🛣️ Car is essential; winding mountain roads add travel time. Dayboro (25 km) is the nearest town with services.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; Mount Mee is a dispersed rural locality with no commercial centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
519
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Mee known for? +

Mount Mee is known for its stunning hinterland setting in the d'Aguilar Range and proximity to d'Aguilar National Park, offering bushwalking trails, waterfalls, and wildlife encounters. It is popular with those seeking an acreage lifestyle or a scenic day trip from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

How far is Mount Mee from Brisbane? +

Mount Mee is approximately 60 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD, typically a 60–90 minute drive depending on traffic and the route taken via winding mountain roads.

Does Mount Mee have public transport? +

Mount Mee has no train service or regular bus routes. The nearest rail connection is Caboolture, approximately 35 kilometres away. A car is essential for living in the area.

What is the population of Mount Mee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Mee has a population of 519 residents across approximately 204 dwellings, spread across a large rural area of 77 square kilometres.

Is Mount Mee a good place to live? +

Mount Mee suits those who value a quiet, nature-immersed rural lifestyle in the Queensland hinterland. It offers beautiful scenery, acreage properties, and proximity to national park bushland, but requires a car for all daily needs and a willingness to commute to nearby towns for services.

What is the postcode for Mount Mee? +

The postcode for Mount Mee, QLD is 4521.