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Mount Tarampa

QLD 4311 • Queensland

501
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableSemi-Rural
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About Mount Tarampa

Mount Tarampa is a rural locality in the Somerset Region of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 81 kilometres west of Brisbane and 41 kilometres north-west of Ipswich CBD. Covering around 31 square kilometres, the locality had a 2021 Census population of 501 residents and is characterised by open farmland, gentle hills, and the natural setting of the Lockyer Creek catchment. The surrounding area is known as the Lockyer Valley, a productive agricultural corridor that supplies much of south-east Queensland's fresh produce.

Mount Tarampa offers a quiet, rural lifestyle popular with farming families and those seeking affordable acreage living within commuting distance of Ipswich and Brisbane. The nearby township of Lowood, approximately 12 kilometres to the east, provides everyday services including shops, schools, and health facilities. The Lockyer Creek corridor offers attractive pastoral scenery, and the broader Somerset Region has access to Lake Wivenhoe and Lake Somerset, popular spots for boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation.

Mount Tarampa falls under postcode 4311 and is governed by the Somerset Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4311
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Somerset
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.42°, 152.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.80 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4311

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4311, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,147
Median 2023–24
$53,662
▲ 24.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,791

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4311; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rosewood Station
35 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited TransLink regional services — Lowood / Ipswich Approx. 20-30 min to Lowood; 1 hr to Ipswich

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
81 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Rosewood then train to Brisbane (approx. 1 hr 45 min total)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min - 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min - 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway (A2) through Lowood and Ipswich; Ipswich CBD is approx. 41 km via local roads

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality where a car is essential for all daily needs; nearest services are in Lowood

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
501
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
282.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.6% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
226.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 67.7%
Non-FV assault
973.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 163.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
267.5 / 100k
2yr Down 28.4% 10yr Up 31.9%
View all offence categories for Somerset →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Tarampa known for? +

Mount Tarampa is known for its rural, agricultural character within the Lockyer Valley — one of Queensland's most productive farming regions. The locality sits within the Somerset Region and is surrounded by open farmland and gentle hills along the Lockyer Creek catchment.

How far is Mount Tarampa from Brisbane? +

Mount Tarampa is approximately 81 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, around a 55 minute to 1 hour 15 minute drive via the Warrego Highway through Ipswich.

Does Mount Tarampa have public transport? +

Public transport options in Mount Tarampa are very limited. There is no rail service in the locality; the nearest train station is Rosewood, approximately 35 km away. TransLink regional bus services connect to nearby Lowood, but a car is the most practical form of transport.

What is the population of Mount Tarampa? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Tarampa has a population of 501 residents across approximately 159 dwellings. The locality has a higher proportion of male residents, reflecting the agricultural workforce in the area.

Is Mount Tarampa a good place to live? +

Mount Tarampa suits those seeking affordable rural acreage living within a reasonable commute of Ipswich and Brisbane. It offers a peaceful, farming community atmosphere with access to natural attractions including Lake Wivenhoe, making it popular with families and people pursuing a semi-rural lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Mount Tarampa? +

The postcode for Mount Tarampa is 4311.

Is Mount Tarampa a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Tarampa is part of the Somerset 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.