🔍

Peeramon

QLD 4885 • Queensland

778
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.98 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandAgriculturalQuietBushland
Advertisement

About Peeramon

Peeramon is a rural town and locality on Queensland's Atherton Tablelands, situated approximately 5 kilometres north-east of Malanda and 70 kilometres south-west of Cairns within the Tablelands Regional Council area. The locality covers around 30 square kilometres of lush tablelands country at altitude, with a population of 778 residents and a history rooted in dairy farming dating back to the early twentieth century. The median income of around $39,665 reflects the predominantly agricultural and small-holding character of the community.

The Atherton Tablelands setting gives Peeramon a distinctive green, fertile character, with cooler temperatures relative to coastal Queensland and a landscape of dairy farms, small holdings, and remnant rainforest. Natural attractions in the area include nearby Lake Eacham, the Malanda Falls, and the lush Wet Tropics environment of the wider Tablelands. Residents access everyday services in Malanda and the larger township of Atherton, while Cairns is within a comfortable 70-kilometre drive for a full range of city amenities.

Peeramon falls under postcode 4885 and is governed by the Tablelands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4885
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tablelands
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.38°, 145.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.98 km²
Population Density
26 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4885

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4885, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,665
Median 2023–24
$47,283
▲ 19.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,971

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4885; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Malanda / Atherton 10-25 min

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
70 km
By Train
No direct rail service; Cairns is the nearest intercity rail terminus
By Car (Peak)
1-1.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Mountain roads via Gillies Highway or Palmerston Highway connect to Cairns; Malanda (5km) and Atherton (17km) provide local services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; Malanda provides the nearest local services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
778
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,556.7 / 100k
2yr Up 40.5% 10yr Up 168.9%
Motor vehicle theft
414.2 / 100k
2yr Up 68.5% 10yr Up 154.7%
Non-FV assault
1,156.9 / 100k
2yr Down 12.2% 10yr Up 180.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
35.7 / 100k
2yr Up 62.2% 10yr Up 200.1%
Steal from vehicle
346.3 / 100k
2yr Up 38.8% 10yr Up 30.4%
View all offence categories for Tablelands →

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

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Peeramon known for? +

Peeramon is known for its history as a dairy farming community on the Atherton Tablelands, with a heritage dating back to the early 1900s. The locality is surrounded by lush tablelands country and is close to natural attractions such as Lake Eacham and the Malanda Falls.

How far is Peeramon from Cairns? +

Peeramon is approximately 70 kilometres south-west of Cairns, typically a 55 to 90 minute drive depending on the route taken via the Gillies Highway or Palmerston Highway.

Does Peeramon have public transport? +

Public transport options in Peeramon are very limited. There is no rail service; the nearest intercity rail terminus is Cairns. Limited rural bus services connect the area to Malanda and Atherton, but a car is the most practical mode of transport.

What is the population of Peeramon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Peeramon has a population of approximately 778 residents across a locality of around 30 square kilometres on the Atherton Tablelands.

Is Peeramon a good place to live? +

Peeramon suits those drawn to a quiet rural lifestyle on the Atherton Tablelands, with fertile farming land, a lush natural environment, and proximity to the attractions of the Wet Tropics. It is well-placed for those who enjoy a slower pace of life with Cairns's city amenities within a comfortable drive.

What is the postcode for Peeramon? +

The postcode for Peeramon is 4885.

Is Peeramon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Peeramon is part of the Tablelands 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.