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Blenheim

QLD 4341 • Queensland

264
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural

About Blenheim

Blenheim is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Lockyer Valley Region, situated approximately 7 kilometres south-west of Laidley and 40 kilometres west of Ipswich. Nestled in a small valley that drains into Lockyer Creek, the locality covers around 36 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 264 residents according to the 2021 Census. The area has agricultural roots dating to the mid-19th century, when it received significant German immigration alongside neighbouring Laidley and Tarampa districts. Median household incomes reflect the modest rural character typical of the Lockyer Valley.

Blenheim is primarily a farming locality, with land used for cropping and grazing in the fertile soils of the Lockyer Valley. Day-to-day services are accessed in nearby Laidley, which offers supermarkets, schools, medical services, and a railway station. The locality is well-positioned for those seeking a rural lifestyle within commuting distance of the Ipswich and Greater Brisbane regions. Peaceful and unhurried, Blenheim appeals to farming families and rural-lifestyle seekers who value open space and a genuine country character.

Blenheim falls under postcode 4341 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
4341
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.69°, 152.40°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.86 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Laidley Railway Station
7 km
Not walkable — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — Laidley is the nearest service town (approx. 7 km north-east) N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
65 km
By Train
Drive to Laidley (7 km), then limited Queensland Rail service to Brisbane (approx. 2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min via Warrego and Ipswich Motorways
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-65 min

🛣️ Car is the primary transport mode; Ipswich is 40 km east and provides additional regional services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local shops or services — a car is required for all daily errands

🛒 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 Blenheim. 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
264
▲ 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 Blenheim known for? +

Blenheim is known as a quiet agricultural locality in Queensland's Lockyer Valley, historically significant for German settlement in the 19th century. The area is characterised by farming land set in a small valley draining into Lockyer Creek.

How far is Blenheim from Brisbane? +

Blenheim is approximately 65 kilometres west of Brisbane, typically a 50–80 minute drive via the Warrego and Ipswich Motorways depending on traffic. The nearby town of Laidley (7 km north-east) provides the closest rail access to the city.

Does Blenheim have public transport? +

There is no local bus service in Blenheim. The nearest public transport is at Laidley (approximately 7 km away), which has a Queensland Rail station with limited services to Ipswich and Brisbane. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Blenheim? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blenheim has a population of approximately 264 residents, making it a small rural locality within the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland.

Is Blenheim a good place to live? +

Blenheim suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle within reasonable reach of Ipswich and Brisbane. With no local shops or services, residents rely on nearby Laidley for daily needs. It appeals to farming families and those wanting open space and country quiet.

What is the postcode for Blenheim? +

The postcode for Blenheim, QLD is 4341, shared with Laidley and surrounding Lockyer Valley localities.

Is Blenheim a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Blenheim 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.