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Mount Whitestone

QLD 4347 • Queensland

129
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
50.53 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalLockyer ValleyQuietPeaceful

About Mount Whitestone

Mount Whitestone is a small rural locality in Queensland's Lockyer Valley region, situated approximately 90 kilometres west of Brisbane within the Lockyer state electorate and the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area. The 2021 Census counted 129 residents across 58 dwellings in the locality, which covers just over 50 square kilometres of agricultural land. Mount Whitestone is one of many quiet rural localities scattered through the Lockyer Valley, where farming and open space define the character of daily life.

The landscape surrounding Mount Whitestone is typical of the Lockyer Valley — flat to gently undulating plains used for broadacre cropping and horticulture, contributing to the region's reputation as Queensland's food bowl. The service town of Gatton, approximately 20 kilometres to the south-east, provides residents with access to shops, schools, and medical care, as well as the University of Queensland's Gatton campus. For those seeking a rural lifestyle within reach of both Toowoomba (around 60 kilometres west) and Brisbane, Mount Whitestone offers a peaceful semi-remote alternative.

Mount Whitestone falls under postcode 4347 and is governed by the Lockyer Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4347
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 152.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
50.53 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gatton and Toowoomba Approx. 25–40 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No direct train service; car to Ipswich for rail access
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway provides main route toward Brisbane and Toowoomba; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services; all daily needs require driving to Gatton or beyond

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.5 / 100k
2yr Up 15.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
254.9 / 100k
2yr Up 28.5% 10yr Up 32.5%
Non-FV assault
1,049.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 162.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 36.0%
Steal from vehicle
393.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Up 72.5%
View all offence categories for Lockyer Valley →

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
129
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Whitestone known for? +

Mount Whitestone is a small rural locality in the Lockyer Valley, known for its open agricultural landscapes and its position in one of Queensland's most productive food-growing regions.

How far is Mount Whitestone from Brisbane? +

Mount Whitestone is approximately 90 kilometres west of Brisbane, with a drive of around 1 to 1.5 hours via the Warrego Highway.

Does Mount Whitestone have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail service to Mount Whitestone. Public transport is very limited in the area, and a private vehicle is essential for reaching services in Gatton or further afield.

What is the population of Mount Whitestone? +

The 2021 Census recorded 129 residents across 58 dwellings in Mount Whitestone, spread over approximately 50 square kilometres of Lockyer Valley farmland.

Is Mount Whitestone a good place to live? +

Mount Whitestone appeals to those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle in the Lockyer Valley, with the service town of Gatton (including a university campus) nearby and both Brisbane and Toowoomba within driving range.

What is the postcode for Mount Whitestone? +

The postcode for Mount Whitestone is 4347, which covers Gatton and surrounding Lockyer Valley localities.

Is Mount Whitestone a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Whitestone is part of the Lockyer Valley 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.