Laidley Heights

QLD 4341 • Greater Brisbane

1,429
Population (2021)
$30,992
Median Income
16.13 km²
Area
135m
Elevation

About Laidley Heights

Laidley Heights is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Lockyer Valley (Regional Council) area. With a population of 1,429 and a median income of $30,992, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 16.13 km² at an elevation of 135m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Brisbane.

Part of Greater Brisbane, the suburb enjoys a subtropical climate and relaxed Queensland lifestyle. Residents have access to local amenities, parks, and good transport connections to the CBD. Laidley Heights offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

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

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4341
Urban Area
Laidley
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 152.36°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
16.13 km²
Elevation
135m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$345
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,365
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,263
Census 2021
1,429
13.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,648
Income 2021
$30,992
25.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,147
Born Overseas 202

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 59
  • 2. New Zealand 41
  • 3. Netherlands 16
  • 4. Germany 8
  • 5. United States 8
  • 6. China 7
  • 7. Philippines 7
  • 8. Japan 5
  • 9. South Africa 5
  • 10. Croatia 4
  • 11. Ireland 4
  • 12. Fiji 3
  • 13. North Macedonia 3
  • 14. Samoa 3
  • 15. Scotland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 580
Australian 567
Irish 180
German 176
Scottish 160
Australian Aboriginal 36
Dutch 33
Italian 19
New Zealander 14
Chinese 12

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

938
Both parents born in Australia
238
Both parents born overseas
174
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.9%
No Religion
38.5%
Buddhism
1.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
65 (4.5%)
5-14 years
195 (13.6%)
15-19 years
90 (6.3%)
20-24 years
53 (3.7%)
25-34 years
113 (7.9%)
35-44 years
169 (11.8%)
45-54 years
187 (13.1%)
55-64 years
240 (16.8%)
65-74 years
189 (13.2%)
75-84 years
105 (7.3%)
85+ years
17 (1.2%)

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