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Mount Perry

QLD 4671 • Queensland

487
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
608.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Mount Perry

Mount Perry is a small rural township located in the North Burnett region of Queensland, approximately 80 kilometres north-west of Bundaberg. Set within a vast locality spanning over 600 square kilometres of farming and grazing land, the township serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural community. With a population of around 487 residents and a median taxable income of approximately $38,251 it is one of Queensland's quieter inland communities.

Life in Mount Perry revolves around the land — cattle grazing, farming, and the close-knit community that comes with rural Queensland. The town has a general store, a hotel, a school, and community facilities that bring residents together for local events and sports. The surrounding landscape features open bushland and rocky outcrops typical of the Burnett region, and the area is known for its relaxed pace of life and strong community spirit. It suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle away from the pressures of city living.

Mount Perry falls under postcode 4671 and is governed by the North Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
North Burnett
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.08°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
608.72 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4671

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4671, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$31,294
Median 2023–24
$38,251
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,509

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4671; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Bundaberg CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest station is Bundaberg (80km away)
By Car (Peak)
1h 10min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 5min

🛣️ Car essential; regional roads connect to Gayndah and Bundaberg; no public transport

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small rural township with limited footpaths; car required for all travel beyond the town centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
487
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.8 / 100k
2yr Down 32.5% 10yr Up 50.5%
Motor vehicle theft
216.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.6% 10yr Up 188.4%
Non-FV assault
942.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.8% 10yr Up 144.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
9.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
207.3 / 100k
2yr Down 23.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for North Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mount Perry QLD located? +

Mount Perry is a rural township in the North Burnett region of Queensland, approximately 80 kilometres north-west of Bundaberg.

What is the population of Mount Perry QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Perry has a population of approximately 487 residents across a large rural locality.

Is there a school in Mount Perry QLD? +

Yes, Mount Perry State School serves the township and surrounding rural community.

What is there to do in Mount Perry QLD? +

Mount Perry offers a quiet rural lifestyle with opportunities for cattle farming, bushwalking, and community events. The surrounding North Burnett region features scenic landscapes and historic gold mining heritage.

Is Mount Perry a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Perry is part of the North Burnett 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.

What is the population of Mount Perry? +

Mount Perry had a population of 487 at the 2021 Census.