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Mount St John

QLD 4818 • Queensland

103
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
IndustrialCommuter Belt
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About Mount St John

Mount St John is an industrial locality in Townsville, situated in the City of Townsville local government area approximately 10 kilometres north-west of the Townsville CBD. With a 2021 Census population of 103 people, the locality is predominantly industrial in character, with land use focused on warehousing, logistics, and commercial operations rather than residential development. The suburb was named after St John Robinson, who established zoological gardens in the area in the early colonial period.

The locality is home to several significant industrial and infrastructure assets, including a large warehouse and industrial precinct along Ingham Road, the Mount St John Wastewater Treatment Plant operated by Townsville City Council, and the North Trade Training Centre — a TAFE Queensland campus at 763–773 Ingham Road. The eastern corner of the suburb adjoins Townsville Airport (Townsville International Airport), which is predominantly situated in the neighbouring suburb of Garbutt. There are no residential subdivisions within Mount St John, with the Coral Coast Tourist Park at 547 Ingham Road being one of the few non-industrial uses in the locality.

Mount St John falls under postcode 4818 and is governed by the Townsville Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Townsville electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4818
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Townsville
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Townsville
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.25°, 146.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.00 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4818

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4818, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$57,479
Median 2023–24
$69,270
▲ 20.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,585

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4818; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Townsville City Council bus services — Townsville CBD 20-30 min

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
No urban rail service in Townsville
By Car (Peak)
15-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-18 min

🛣️ Ingham Road is the main arterial road connecting to Townsville CBD; Townsville Airport is adjacent to the eastern boundary

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mount St John is an industrial locality with no residential services; a vehicle is required for all personal errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
103
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
2,390.7 / 100k
2yr Down 40.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
639.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.0% 10yr Up 17.0%
Non-FV assault
2,598.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 250.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
32.7 / 100k
2yr Down 35.4% 10yr Up 52.8%
Steal from vehicle
724.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Townsville →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount St John known for? +

Mount St John is known as Townsville's primary industrial and logistics precinct, featuring large warehouse facilities along Ingham Road, the TAFE Queensland North Trade Training Centre, and proximity to Townsville International Airport. It is named after St John Robinson, an early settler who founded zoological gardens in the area.

How far is Mount St John from Townsville CBD? +

Mount St John is approximately 10 kilometres north-west of the Townsville CBD, a drive of around 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic along Ingham Road.

Does Mount St John have public transport? +

Mount St John is served by Townsville City Council bus services connecting to the CBD, though there is no urban rail network in Townsville. Given the industrial nature of the locality, most workers commute by car.

What is the population of Mount St John? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount St John has a population of 103 people. The locality has no residential subdivisions, so this figure largely reflects people at the Coral Coast Tourist Park and other non-residential facilities.

Is Mount St John a residential suburb? +

Mount St John is not a residential suburb. It is a predominantly industrial locality with warehousing, a TAFE campus, and infrastructure facilities. There are no residential subdivisions, and the area is primarily used for commercial and industrial purposes.

What is the postcode for Mount St John? +

The postcode for Mount St John, Queensland is 4818.

Is Mount St John a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount St John is part of the Townsville 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.