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Lagoon Pocket

QLD 4570 • Queensland

170
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
7.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableHistoric

About Lagoon Pocket

Lagoon Pocket is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of Queensland, situated about 12.6 kilometres south of Gympie and 168 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality covers just 7.1 square kilometres along the Mary Valley Road (State Route 51), recording a population of 170 people in the 2021 Census. The historic Mary Valley Branch Railway (known as the Mary Valley Rattler) passes through the locality, adding a touch of heritage charm to the area. Its compact size and relatively higher density set it apart from the vast surrounding rural localities.

Lagoon Pocket benefits from its proximity to the regional centre of Gympie, which provides schools, hospitals, and shopping just a short drive north. The Mary Valley is celebrated for its lush farming land, dairy and cattle properties, and scenic countryside popular with weekend visitors. The nearby Mary Valley Rattler heritage railway adds tourism appeal to the broader district. Residents enjoy a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle with reasonable access to Gympie's urban amenities and the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast hinterland region.

Lagoon Pocket falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.06 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services — Gympie 15-20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
168 km
By Train
No direct service; train from Gympie North station
By Car (Peak)
approx. 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway (A1); Gympie North station ~15 km north

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with limited footpaths; car needed for most trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
170
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lagoon Pocket located? +

Lagoon Pocket is a rural locality in the Gympie Region, about 12.6 km south of Gympie and 168 km north of Brisbane, in the picturesque Mary Valley.

What is the population of Lagoon Pocket? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lagoon Pocket had a population of 170 people.

Does the Mary Valley Rattler pass through Lagoon Pocket? +

Yes, the historic Mary Valley Branch Railway (Mary Valley Rattler) passes through Lagoon Pocket, running from north-west to south through the locality.

What LGA is Lagoon Pocket in? +

Lagoon Pocket is in the Gympie Regional Council local government area.

How far is Lagoon Pocket from Gympie? +

Lagoon Pocket is approximately 12.6 km south of Gympie, accessible via Mary Valley Road (State Route 51).