Middlemount
QLD 4746 • Rest of QLD
About Middlemount
Middlemount is a small coal mining town in the Isaac Region of Central Queensland, located approximately halfway between Rockhampton and Mackay along the inland route. With a population of around 1,900, the town serves as an accommodation hub for both permanent residents and a significant transient mining workforce. The predominant age group is 30-39 years, reflecting the young families drawn by mining employment. The town sits at an elevation of 165 metres and covers an expansive 513 square kilometres of surrounding bushland.
Life in Middlemount centres around the mining industry, with several major coal operations nearby including Foxleigh, Grasstree, and German Creek mines. Despite its remote location, the town offers a relaxed lifestyle with local services, parks, a swimming pool, and community facilities managed by the Isaac Regional Council. The town particularly appeals to mining workers and their families seeking affordable housing and a tight-knit community atmosphere in regional Queensland.
Middlemount falls under postcode 4746 and is governed by Isaac Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Burdekin electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Mine shuttle services — Nearby coal mines (Foxleigh, Grasstree, German Creek) 15-30 min
Commute to Rockhampton
🛣️ Remote mining town; nearest major centre is Emerald (~130km). Most travel is by private vehicle or mine-operated transport.
A small, spread-out town where most errands require a car. Local amenities are accessible within the township but distances are significant.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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James Randell Drive
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. New Zealand 45
- 2. South Africa 34
- 3. Papua New Guinea 14
- 4. England 13
- 5. Philippines 10
- 6. Thailand 8
- 7. China 6
- 8. Fiji 5
- 9. India 4
- 10. United States 4
- 11. Zimbabwe 4
- 12. Canada 3
- 13. Indonesia 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)