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Mowbray

QLD 4877 • Queensland

362
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
77.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
TropicalRuralDaintreeGreat Barrier ReefScenic
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About Mowbray

Mowbray is a rural locality in the Douglas Shire of Far North Queensland, located approximately 15 kilometres north of Port Douglas and 75 kilometres north of Cairns. With a population of 362 at the 2021 census across 77.5 square kilometres, it sits in the lush tropical lowlands between the Daintree Rainforest and the Coral Sea coast. The area features sugar cane fields, tropical fruit farms, and pockets of remnant rainforest.

Mowbray offers a tropical rural lifestyle in one of Australia's most spectacular natural settings, between the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree World Heritage rainforest. Residents enjoy proximity to Port Douglas's tourism amenities, Four Mile Beach, and the Mossman Gorge. The locality attracts those working in the tourism and agricultural industries, as well as lifestyle seekers drawn to the relaxed tropical pace and stunning natural beauty of Far North Queensland.

Mowbray falls under postcode 4877 and is governed by the Douglas Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Cook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4877
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Douglas
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Cook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.54°, 145.47°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
77.48 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4877

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4877, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,581
Median 2023–24
$45,580
▲ 15.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,275

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4877; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Trans North — Port Douglas to Cairns 1 hour to Cairns

Commute to Port Douglas

Distance
15 km
By Train
N/A — no rail in the area
By Bus
Limited service along Captain Cook Highway
By Car (Peak)
15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12 min

🛣️ Port Douglas is the nearest town. Cairns is about 1 hour south. Mossman is 10 min north.

Walkability Car Essential

No local shops or footpaths. Rural tropical locality requiring a car for all services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
362
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
991.2 / 100k
2yr Down 32.4% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
232.8 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 100.7%
Non-FV assault
1,652 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 165.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
285.3 / 100k
2yr Up 30.7% 10yr Down 43.5%
View all offence categories for Douglas →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mowbray known for? +

Mowbray is a rural locality in Far North Queensland's Douglas Shire, set between Port Douglas and Mossman along the Captain Cook Highway. The surrounding area features sugar cane farms and lush tropical vegetation, with the Daintree hinterland nearby.

How far is Mowbray from Cairns? +

Mowbray is approximately 75 kilometres north of Cairns, about a 1-hour drive via the Captain Cook Highway. Port Douglas (15 km south) is the nearest major tourist and service town, with Mossman (10 km north) providing local shops and services.

Does Mowbray have public transport? +

Mowbray has limited bus services along the Captain Cook Highway connecting Port Douglas and Mossman. There is no rail service in the area; a car is the most practical mode of transport for residents.

What is the population of Mowbray? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mowbray has a population of approximately 362 residents, a small rural community between two popular Far North Queensland towns.

Is Mowbray a good place to live? +

Mowbray offers an affordable tropical lifestyle close to Port Douglas's world-class tourism amenities and the Daintree Rainforest, making it attractive to those who want rural space without being far from Far North Queensland's premier coastal town.

What is the postcode for Mowbray? +

The postcode for Mowbray, QLD is 4877.

Is Mowbray a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mowbray is part of the Douglas 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.