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Clear Mountain

QLD 4500 • Queensland

807
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
10.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralBushlandPeacefulFamily-FriendlyElevated

About Clear Mountain

Clear Mountain is a scenic semi-rural locality in Queensland's Moreton Bay Region, approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Brisbane's CBD. Covering around 10.6 square kilometres of elevated bushland and acreage residential land, the locality has a population of 807 residents and is nestled in the D'Aguilar Range foothills, west of Petrie and north of Albany Creek. Clear Mountain falls under the Moreton Bay Regional Council and is part of the Dickson federal electorate, with its elevated terrain offering open views across the Brisbane Valley and surrounding bush.

Residents of Clear Mountain enjoy a peaceful bushland lifestyle with good access to Albany Creek's retail and community services, approximately 8 kilometres to the south. The area is predominantly acreage residential, with hobby farms, horse properties, and native bush corridors giving the locality a relaxed rural atmosphere within easy reach of suburban amenities. The nearby D'Aguilar National Park provides extensive opportunities for bushwalking, mountain biking, and wildlife encounters, while families are drawn by proximity to schools in the Samford Valley area and the appeal of space and quiet in the D'Aguilar foothills.

Clear Mountain falls under postcode 4500 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pine Rivers electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4500
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Dickson
State Electorate
Pine Rivers
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.31°, 152.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.62 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Petrie
13 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Very limited local services — Albany Creek and Petrie surrounds Variable

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
~35 min to Brisbane Central from Petrie Station (~13km away)
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway accessible via Petrie; Strathpine Road connects to suburban Brisbane; car essential within locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Elevated semi-rural locality with no walkable services — a car is essential for all shopping and daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
807
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clear Mountain known for? +

Clear Mountain is known for its elevated bushland setting, sweeping views over the Brisbane Valley, and proximity to the D'Aguilar National Park. The locality is popular with those seeking acreage living and a semi-rural lifestyle within reach of Brisbane's northern suburbs.

How far is Clear Mountain from Brisbane CBD? +

Clear Mountain is approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Brisbane's CBD, typically a 35–50 minute drive depending on traffic. Off-peak travel times are generally 25–35 minutes via Strathpine Road or the Bruce Highway through Petrie.

Does Clear Mountain have public transport? +

Public transport within Clear Mountain is very limited. The nearest train station is Petrie, approximately 13 kilometres to the east, which connects to Brisbane CBD via the Sunshine Coast and Caboolture lines in around 35 minutes.

What is the population of Clear Mountain? +

According to the 2021 Census, Clear Mountain has a population of approximately 807 residents across around 264 dwellings in an area of 10.6 square kilometres.

Is Clear Mountain a good place to live? +

Clear Mountain is well suited to families and those who value space, nature, and a quiet semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Brisbane. The D'Aguilar Range setting, bushland surroundings, and acreage properties make it an attractive option, though residents must be comfortable with car dependency and limited local services.

What is the postcode for Clear Mountain? +

The postcode for Clear Mountain is 4500, which is shared with Petrie and other northern Moreton Bay localities in South East Queensland.