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Scrubby Mountain

QLD 4356 • Queensland

203
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
50.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Scrubby Mountain

Scrubby Mountain is a rural locality in the Toowoomba Region on Queensland's Darling Downs, located approximately 50 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba and 183 kilometres west of Brisbane. The locality covers around 51 square kilometres of elevated agricultural land at about 444 metres above sea level, situated just 12 kilometres south-west of the service town of Pittsworth. With a population of 203 residents across 57 dwellings, it is a small, sparsely settled farming community typical of the Darling Downs interior.

Scrubby Mountain's landscape is characterised by broad pastoral and cropping land, consistent with the productive agricultural character of the Darling Downs region. The locality is associated with cattle grazing and mixed farming, and properties in the area are generally large rural holdings. Residents rely on Pittsworth for everyday services including a supermarket, school, and medical facilities, while Toowoomba — the regional centre — provides access to hospitals, universities, and a full range of commercial services.

Scrubby Mountain falls under postcode 4356 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Groom, while state elections fall under the Condamine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4356
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Groom
State Electorate
Condamine
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 151.55°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
50.78 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4356

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4356, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,773
Median 2023–24
$53,622
▲ 31.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,536

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4356; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Pittsworth / Toowoomba 15 min to Pittsworth; 50 min to Toowoomba by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
183 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Toowoomba (~51 km) for Queensland Rail services
By Car (Peak)
140-180 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
120-150 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway from Toowoomba provides main access to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all errands; the nearest town with shops and services is Pittsworth approximately 12 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
203
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
826.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.3% 10yr Up 12.0%
Motor vehicle theft
288.8 / 100k
2yr Down 19.5% 10yr Up 68.7%
Non-FV assault
879.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 124.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
15 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Up 145.8%
Steal from vehicle
446 / 100k
2yr Down 14.1% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence categories for Toowoomba →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scrubby Mountain known for? +

Scrubby Mountain is known as a quiet Darling Downs farming locality with elevated pastoral land used for cattle grazing and mixed cropping. It forms part of the productive agricultural heartland of the Toowoomba Region.

How far is Scrubby Mountain from Toowoomba? +

Scrubby Mountain is approximately 50 kilometres south-west of Toowoomba, a drive of about 45 to 55 minutes. The nearest town, Pittsworth, is just 12 kilometres away.

Does Scrubby Mountain have public transport? +

Scrubby Mountain has no public transport services. A car is the only practical means of transport; residents typically travel to Pittsworth or Toowoomba for services and connections.

What is the population of Scrubby Mountain? +

According to the 2021 Census, Scrubby Mountain has a population of 203 people across approximately 57 dwellings, reflecting its character as a small, scattered rural community on the Darling Downs.

Is Scrubby Mountain a good place to live? +

Scrubby Mountain suits those who value wide open spaces, rural privacy, and the agricultural lifestyle of the Darling Downs. It is best suited to farming families or those seeking a quiet country property away from urban centres.

What is the postcode for Scrubby Mountain? +

The postcode for Scrubby Mountain is 4356, shared with Pittsworth and surrounding localities in the Toowoomba Region.

Is Scrubby Mountain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Scrubby Mountain is part of the Toowoomba 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.