Caffey
QLD 4343 • Queensland
About Caffey
Caffey is a small rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area of Queensland, situated south-west of Brisbane near the Gatton–Toowoomba corridor. Covering approximately 11.7 square kilometres of the Lockyer Valley's fertile agricultural land, Caffey had a recorded population of around 45 in the 2021 census. The area is characteristic of the broader Lockyer Valley — known as Queensland's 'salad bowl' for its intensive market gardening and mixed farming.
The locality is predominantly agricultural, with residents engaged in vegetable farming, cattle grazing, and small rural holdings. Everyday services are accessed in nearby Gatton or Laidley, both within 20 minutes by car. The Lockyer Valley offers a quiet country lifestyle with community events centred on the Gatton township, including markets, rodeos and agricultural shows that reflect the area's deep rural roots.
Caffey falls under postcode 4343 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Translink 655 — Gatton / Ipswich 25 min to Gatton
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Gatton township (~15 km) is the main service hub. Most residents commute by car.
A typical rural locality with no footpaths, shops, or public facilities within walking distance. A car is essential for all daily activities.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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26 William Street
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William Street
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20 Maitland Street
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36 East Street
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90 Lower Tent Hill Road
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35 Lake Clarendon Road
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6 Left Hand Branch Road
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4 Hoger Road