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Mount Pelion

QLD 4741 • Queensland

90
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
61.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemote
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About Mount Pelion

Mount Pelion is a rural locality in the Mackay Region of Central Queensland, located approximately 45 kilometres south-west of Mackay and in the vicinity of the Pioneer Valley. The locality takes its name from the peak of Mount Pelion, which rises to 381 metres above sea level in the south-east of the locality — named by surveyor William Charles Borlase Wilson after the Greek mythological Mount Pelion. Covering around 61 square kilometres, the 2021 census recorded a population of 90 residents. The area falls within the Mackay Regional Council local government area.

The land in the north of the locality is predominantly used for growing sugarcane, with cane tramways historically transporting harvested cane to local sugar mills — a defining feature of the broader Mackay region economy. Mount Pelion has an abandoned railway station on the North Coast railway line in the east of the locality, reflecting its past connections to the Queensland rail network. The town of Mirani, approximately 27 kilometres away, serves as the nearest service centre for groceries and community facilities, while Mackay provides the full range of regional services including hospitals, schools, and retail. Residents require a private vehicle for all daily needs.

Mount Pelion falls under postcode 4741 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 Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4741
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.81°, 149.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
61.08 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4741

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4741 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$65,324
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,336

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4741; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
No active passenger train service from Mount Pelion
By Car (Peak)
45-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ Mirani (~27 km) is the nearest service town. Mackay provides full regional services approx. 45 km away.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mount Pelion is a remote rural locality with no local shops or services; 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
90
▲ 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 Pelion. 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 Pelion known for? +

Mount Pelion is known for its namesake peak rising 381 metres above sea level, named by surveyor William Charles Borlase Wilson after the Greek mythological Mount Pelion. The locality is also part of the Mackay Region's sugarcane belt, with cane cultivation in the northern parts of the area.

How far is Mount Pelion from Mackay? +

Mount Pelion is approximately 45 kilometres south-west of Mackay CBD, making it roughly a 45-60 minute drive. The nearest service town is Mirani, approximately 27 kilometres away.

Does Mount Pelion have public transport? +

Mount Pelion has no active public transport services. The North Coast railway line passes through the east of the locality, but the former station is abandoned. Residents need a private vehicle for all travel, with Mirani and Mackay as the nearest service centres.

What is the population of Mount Pelion? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Pelion has a population of 90 residents across approximately 29 dwellings, making it a small rural community within the Mackay Regional Council area.

Is Mount Pelion a good place to live? +

Mount Pelion appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Mackay hinterland, with the distinctive mountainous landscape and agricultural character providing a unique setting. While services are limited locally, Mirani and Mackay are within reasonable driving distance for everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Mount Pelion? +

The postcode for Mount Pelion, Queensland is 4741.

Is Mount Pelion a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Pelion 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.