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Pine Mountain

QLD 4306 • Greater Brisbane

1,695
Population (2021)
$51,220
Median Income
38.66 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyAcreageGrowth Suburb

About Pine Mountain

Pine Mountain is a leafy semi-rural suburb in the City of Ipswich, Queensland, located approximately 40 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD. With a population of around 1,700 spread across nearly 39 square kilometres, it offers a spacious acreage lifestyle at an elevation of about 97 metres. The suburb is characterised by large blocks, bushland, and a family-oriented community that values privacy and space while being just minutes from Ipswich CBD.

Residents enjoy a peaceful acreage lifestyle with the convenience of nearby Ipswich for shopping, dining, and services. Pine Mountain has a well-regarded local primary school and easy access to Brisbane Airport in around 45 minutes. The suburb attracts families seeking hobby farm properties, horse owners, and professionals who prefer a semi-rural retreat with a manageable commute. Nearby bushwalking trails and the natural landscape make it popular with outdoor enthusiasts.

Pine Mountain falls under postcode 4306 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ipswich West electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4306
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA / Council
Ipswich
Federal Electorate
Blair
State Electorate
Ipswich West
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.54°, 152.72°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
38.66 km²
Elevation
97m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Booval
8 km
Ipswich & Rosewood Line
Ipswich
10 km
Ipswich & Rosewood Line

Bus Services

  • 509 — Ipswich CBD 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
40 km
By Train
55min - 1h 10min
By Car (Peak)
50min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40min

🛣️ Drive to Booval or Ipswich station then train to Brisbane; most residents drive

Walkability Car-Dependent

No local shops or footpaths; car essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,100
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,667
Census 2021
1,695
▲ 1.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,028
Income 2021
$51,220
▲ 24.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,487
Born Overseas 168

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 54
  • 2. New Zealand 35
  • 3. South Africa 11
  • 4. Malaysia 8
  • 5. United States 8
  • 6. Scotland 7
  • 7. Netherlands 6
  • 8. Canada 4
  • 9. China 4
  • 10. India 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 803
Australian 739
Scottish 201
Irish 190
German 182
Dutch 48
Italian 31
Australian Aboriginal 27
Polish 18
South African 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,248
Both parents born in Australia
207
Both parents born overseas
197
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
57.0%
No Religion
38.4%
Buddhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
66 (3.9%)
5-14 years
263 (15.5%)
15-19 years
157 (9.3%)
20-24 years
89 (5.3%)
25-34 years
119 (7.0%)
35-44 years
229 (13.5%)
45-54 years
331 (19.5%)
55-64 years
240 (14.2%)
65-74 years
130 (7.7%)
75-84 years
55 (3.2%)
85+ years
8 (0.5%)

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