Yugar
QLD 4520 • Queensland
About Yugar
Yugar is a small rural locality in the City of Moreton Bay, situated approximately 25.9 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD and around 5.7 kilometres north-west of Samford Village. Covering nearly 5 square kilometres, the area is home to around 406 residents and sits on the rural fringe of Greater Brisbane, within the D'Aguilar Range foothills. The locality has a median household income above the Brisbane average, reflecting its appeal to higher-income households seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of the city.
Yugar has a quiet, semi-rural character with acreage properties, bushland, and a strong sense of seclusion despite its relative proximity to Brisbane. The locality is notable for the Yugar Train Tunnel Memorial, which commemorates the history of the now-disused railway that once traversed the range. Residents rely on Samford Village for everyday services, with Ferny Grove — approximately 12 kilometres to the south-east — providing access to Brisbane's train network. The area's bushland setting and close proximity to D'Aguilar National Park make it attractive to families and nature-lovers.
Yugar falls under postcode 4520 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pine Rivers electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Translink limited rural services — Samford Village / Ferny Grove 10 min to Samford; 20 min to Ferny Grove
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Car essential to reach train at Ferny Grove; access via Samford Road and D'Aguilar Highway
A rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require a drive to Samford Village or beyond
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Mount Nebo Road
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Winn Road
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School Road
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Narrawa Drive