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Mount Tully

QLD 4380 • Queensland

117
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralGranite BeltQuietAgricultural
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About Mount Tully

Mount Tully is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 11.6 kilometres south of Stanthorpe and 259 kilometres south-west of Brisbane. It lies within the famous Granite Belt wine and fruit-growing region at an elevation of around 966 metres above sea level, giving it a cool-climate character quite distinct from most of Queensland. The locality covers approximately 23.6 square kilometres and recorded a population of 117 in the 2021 Census. The median household income reflects the modest earnings typical of rural Granite Belt communities where orchard and viticulture work is prevalent.

The Granite Belt landscape surrounding Mount Tully is characterised by rocky outcrops, cool forests, and productive orchards and vineyards that define the region. Residents rely on Stanthorpe to the north for everyday services including shops, schools, and medical care, while the broader Southern Downs region offers additional amenities via Warwick. There is no public transport serving Mount Tully, making a private vehicle essential. The area attracts those drawn to the cool-climate lifestyle and natural beauty of the New England Tableland borderlands, with the New South Wales border just 53 kilometres to the south near Tenterfield.

Mount Tully falls under postcode 4380 and is governed by the Southern Downs Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Southern Downs electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4380
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Downs
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.74°, 151.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.63 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4380

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4380, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$33,661
Median 2023–24
$42,222
▲ 25.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,950

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4380; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all travel N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
259 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr

🛣️ Access via New England Highway; Stanthorpe is the nearest town at approx. 12 km north

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote rural Granite Belt locality with no local services; a car is essential for all errands, with Stanthorpe the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
117
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
392.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.7 / 100k
2yr Up 48.0% 10yr Up 228.7%
Non-FV assault
863.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 138.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Up 86.6%
Steal from vehicle
243.4 / 100k
2yr Up 44.7% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Southern Downs →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Tully known for? +

Mount Tully is a rural locality on Queensland's Granite Belt, known for its cool elevated climate at around 966 metres, rocky granite landscapes, and proximity to the wine and orchard country surrounding Stanthorpe.

How far is Mount Tully from Brisbane? +

Mount Tully is approximately 259 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, a drive of roughly 2.5 to 3 hours via the New England Highway.

Does Mount Tully have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Mount Tully. A private vehicle is essential; the nearest town is Stanthorpe, approximately 12 kilometres to the north.

What is the population of Mount Tully? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 117 residents in Mount Tully, reflecting its character as a small, sparsely settled rural locality in the Southern Downs Region.

Is Mount Tully a good place to live? +

Mount Tully appeals to those who love cool-climate rural living, natural landscapes, and the relaxed pace of the Granite Belt. It is well-suited to self-sufficient households or those connected to agriculture and the regional wine and orchard industry.

What is the postcode for Mount Tully? +

The postcode for Mount Tully is 4380.

Is Mount Tully a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Tully is part of the Southern Downs 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.