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Obum Obum

QLD 4309 • Queensland

129
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.02 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralScenic RimQuietPeacefulAffordable
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About Obum Obum

Obum Obum is a small rural locality in Queensland's Scenic Rim region, located approximately 75 kilometres south-west of Brisbane within the Scenic Rim Regional Council area. The 2021 Census recorded 129 residents across 49 dwellings in the locality, which covers around 11 square kilometres — a compact footprint for a rural community. The area's median household income of approximately $41,819 reflects the modest rural economy of the broader Boonah district.

Set in the rolling countryside of the Scenic Rim foothills, Obum Obum is surrounded by farmland and rural properties that give the community its quiet, pastoral character. Residents access everyday services in the nearby township of Boonah, approximately 10 kilometres to the south-west, which offers supermarkets, schools, and community facilities. The Scenic Rim's renowned national parks — including Main Range and Lamington — are within an hour's drive, making the area popular with those who love the outdoors and want to combine rural living with access to some of south-east Queensland's most spectacular natural landscapes.

Obum Obum falls under postcode 4309 and is governed by the Scenic Rim Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4309
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Scenic Rim
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.99°, 152.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
11.02 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4309

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4309, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,819
Median 2023–24
$50,302
▲ 20.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,995

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4309; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Boonah township Approx. 15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Ipswich for rail access
By Car (Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Access via Mt Lindesay Highway or Cunningham Highway; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services in the locality; all errands require driving to Boonah

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
129
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
320.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.0% 10yr Down 48.3%
Motor vehicle theft
179.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 31.2%
Non-FV assault
523 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 168.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.4 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.5 / 100k
2yr Up 29.5% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Scenic Rim →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Obum Obum known for? +

Obum Obum is a small rural locality in the Scenic Rim, known for its peaceful pastoral setting and proximity to the national parks and natural scenery of south-east Queensland's hinterland.

How far is Obum Obum from Brisbane? +

Obum Obum is approximately 75 kilometres south-west of Brisbane, roughly a 1 to 1.5 hour drive via the Mt Lindesay or Cunningham Highway.

Does Obum Obum have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Obum Obum. Public transport is very limited in the area, and a private vehicle is essential for accessing services in nearby Boonah.

What is the population of Obum Obum? +

The 2021 Census recorded 129 residents across 49 dwellings in Obum Obum, covering approximately 11 square kilometres of the Scenic Rim foothills.

Is Obum Obum a good place to live? +

Obum Obum suits those seeking a rural lifestyle in the scenic Boonah district, offering peace and quiet, open countryside, and access to the Scenic Rim's outstanding national parks, with everyday services available in Boonah.

What is the postcode for Obum Obum? +

The postcode for Obum Obum is 4309, which also covers Boonah and surrounding Scenic Rim localities.

Is Obum Obum a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Obum Obum is part of the Scenic Rim 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.