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Laidley Creek West

QLD 4341 • Queensland

143
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
10.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural

About Laidley Creek West

Laidley Creek West is a rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland, situated west of the town of Laidley and approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane. With a population of 143 and an area of nearly 11 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by open grazing land on native vegetation, with Laidley Creek forming most of its eastern boundary. The median household income of approximately $45,479 is consistent with a farming and rural working community typical of the Lockyer Valley.

Life in Laidley Creek West revolves around the rural landscape and the farming community, with residents relying on the nearby town of Laidley for daily services, shopping, and schooling. The Lockyer Valley is well known as Queensland's 'Salad Bowl' for its intensive vegetable and crop production, and the broader region offers a close-knit rural community atmosphere. The locality suits those seeking a quiet, semi-isolated lifestyle with working farmland, open paddocks, and easy access to the conveniences of Laidley and the larger centre of Ipswich.

Laidley Creek West falls under postcode 4341 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4341
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.69°, 152.40°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.95 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Queensland country bus services — Laidley town centre 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Ipswich then Ipswich Line train (approx. 1h 45min total)
By Car (Peak)
1h 10min - 1h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55min - 1h 10min

🛣️ Warrego Highway provides main road access; car is essential for residents

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A sparsely populated rural locality where a car is required for all daily needs; Laidley township is the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
143
▲ 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

What is Laidley Creek West known for? +

Laidley Creek West is known as a quiet rural grazing locality in the Lockyer Valley, with open paddocks and farmland typical of the broader region. The Lockyer Valley is renowned as Queensland's 'Salad Bowl' for its vegetable and crop production, and Laidley Creek forms the eastern boundary of the locality.

How far is Laidley Creek West from Brisbane? +

Laidley Creek West is approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, typically a 55-minute to 1 hour 30 minute drive depending on traffic via the Warrego Highway.

Does Laidley Creek West have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Laidley Creek West. Residents rely on their own vehicles for transport, with the nearest town of Laidley providing access to some regional bus connections. A car is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Laidley Creek West? +

According to the 2021 Census, Laidley Creek West has a population of 143 people, making it a small, sparsely populated rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Region.

Is Laidley Creek West a good place to live? +

Laidley Creek West appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on grazing or farming land, with the services of Laidley town nearby and Brisbane accessible via the Warrego Highway. It suits farmers, rural lifestyle seekers, and those who value wide open spaces over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Laidley Creek West? +

The postcode for Laidley Creek West, Queensland is 4341.