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Mount Moffatt

QLD 4465 • Queensland

14
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2121.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Rural
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About Mount Moffatt

Mount Moffatt is a vast and remote rural locality in the Maranoa Region of outback Queensland, situated approximately 714 kilometres north-west of Brisbane and within the boundaries of the Carnarvon Gorge National Park system. With a recorded population of just 14 people in the 2021 census, it is one of the most sparsely settled localities in Queensland, covering an area of over 2,120 square kilometres. The locality is defined by dramatic sandstone landscapes, ancient gorges, and rich Aboriginal cultural heritage that has drawn visitors for generations.

Life in Mount Moffatt is deeply connected to the land, with the area encompassing a section of the Carnarvon National Park that is renowned for its walking trails, wildlife, and ancient rock art. The Mount Moffatt section of the park offers a more remote and less visited experience than the main gorge, attracting serious bushwalkers and nature enthusiasts seeking solitude. The nearest town is Injune, roughly 146 kilometres away, making self-sufficiency and a love of the outback essential for those who call this locality home.

Mount Moffatt falls under postcode 4465 and is governed by the Maranoa Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4465
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Maranoa
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.97°, 148.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2121.41 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4465

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4465 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,883
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,676

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4465; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
714 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
8-9 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
7-8 hrs

🛣️ Extremely remote; car essential; nearest town Injune approx 146 km away

Walkability Car-Dependent

No services or footpaths; vehicle essential for all travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
14
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
385.5 / 100k
2yr Down 68.5% 10yr Down 17.0%
Motor vehicle theft
118.6 / 100k
2yr Down 80.4% 10yr Up 27.8%
Non-FV assault
985.9 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Up 99.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
170.5 / 100k
2yr Down 70.3% 10yr Down 48.7%
View all offence categories for Maranoa →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Moffatt known for? +

Mount Moffatt is known for being part of the Carnarvon National Park system in outback Queensland, offering spectacular sandstone gorge landscapes, ancient Aboriginal rock art, and remote bushwalking experiences.

How far is Mount Moffatt from Brisbane? +

Mount Moffatt is approximately 714 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, making it a very remote locality best reached by car via Roma and Injune.

What is the population of Mount Moffatt? +

Mount Moffatt has a very small population of just 14 people as recorded in the 2021 Australian Census, making it one of the least populated localities in Queensland.

Is Mount Moffatt a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Moffatt is part of the Maranoa 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.