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Mount Surround

QLD 4809 • Queensland

130
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
36.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalTropicalQuiet
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About Mount Surround

Mount Surround is a rural locality in the Shire of Burdekin, Queensland, situated approximately 48 kilometres south-east of Townsville and 40 kilometres west-north-west of Ayr. With a population of 130 residents at the 2021 Census and an area of 36 square kilometres, it is a small, sparsely settled locality in the lower Burdekin region of tropical North Queensland. The Bruce Highway runs through the locality, linking it to Townsville to the north and Bowen to the south.

The land use in Mount Surround is dominated by sugarcane growing, a hallmark of the Burdekin district, alongside grazing on native vegetation and small-scale rural residential properties. The North Coast railway line forms the north-eastern boundary of the locality, though no stations serve the area. The neighbouring township of Giru (approximately 5.6 kilometres to the east) provides the nearest community services including the Giru State School, while Ayr and Townsville offer the full range of regional services, hospitals, and shopping. The Burdekin region’s warm tropical climate and agricultural heritage define the character of this quiet locality.

Mount Surround falls under postcode 4809 and is governed by the Burdekin Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Burdekin electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4809
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Burdekin
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Burdekin
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.53°, 147.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
36.29 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4809

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4809 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,062
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,950

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4809; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Ayr / Townsville 40-60 min to Townsville

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
48 km
By Train
No direct train service from locality; nearest station is Giru approx 6 km east
By Car (Peak)
45-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway is the main route north to Townsville; car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mount Surround has no local services; residents travel to Giru or Ayr for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
130
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
540.5 / 100k
2yr Down 48.6% 10yr Down 13.3%
Motor vehicle theft
270.3 / 100k
2yr Down 22.0% 10yr Up 46.3%
Non-FV assault
1,161.5 / 100k
2yr Down 15.9% 10yr Up 145.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
172.5 / 100k
2yr Down 47.6% 10yr Down 62.2%
View all offence categories for Burdekin →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Surround known for? +

Mount Surround is known for its sugarcane and grazing landscape typical of Queensland's Burdekin region. The Bruce Highway passes through the locality, connecting it to Townsville and the broader North Queensland coast.

How far is Mount Surround from Townsville? +

Mount Surround is approximately 48 kilometres south-east of Townsville, making it roughly a 45 to 60 minute drive via the Bruce Highway.

Does Mount Surround have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Mount Surround directly. The North Coast railway line runs along the locality's north-eastern boundary but has no stations there; the nearest rail connection is at Giru, approximately 6 kilometres to the east. Residents rely on private vehicles.

What is the population of Mount Surround? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Surround had a population of 130 people, slightly down from 145 in 2016, consistent with gradual rural decline across many small North Queensland localities.

Is Mount Surround a good place to live? +

Mount Surround suits those who enjoy tropical rural living with a close connection to the agricultural industry. Its location along the Bruce Highway means reasonable access to Townsville, but local services are minimal and residents travel to Giru, Ayr, or Townsville for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Mount Surround? +

The postcode for Mount Surround, QLD is 4809.

Is Mount Surround a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Surround is part of the Burdekin 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.