Mount Larcom
QLD 4695 • Queensland
About Mount Larcom
Mount Larcom is a small rural township in the Gladstone Region of central Queensland, located inland between Gladstone and Rockhampton. The 2021 Census population is 332, giving it a compact country-town profile. The locality is associated with the landmark Mount Larcom peak and has historic links to rail and highway transport routes. Its character is quiet and semi-rural, with broadacre landscapes and low-density residential pockets.
Residents access core local services in town and rely on Gladstone for major shopping, health and employment needs. The Bruce Highway and regional road network support commuting and freight, while local community identity remains strong. Public transport options are limited, with regional rail and coach connections more relevant than dense local transit. Mount Larcom suits households seeking a slower regional lifestyle within reach of larger industrial and service centres.
Mount Larcom falls under postcode 4695 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gladstone electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Regional coach services — Gladstone 35-55 min
- Intercity coach routes — Rockhampton 1 hr 15 min-1 hr 45 min
- School/community transport — Nearby district localities 20-50 min
Commute to Gladstone CBD
🛣️ Most regular commuting is car-based, with coach and rail options available on limited schedules.
Local streets are easy to walk, but limited services and wider travel distances make private vehicles important.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gentle Annie Road
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Raglan Street