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Laidley

QLD 4341 • Greater Brisbane

3,809
Population (2021)
$25,740
Median Income
17.49 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordableAgriculturalTree-Change

About Laidley

Laidley is a rural town in the Lockyer Valley Region of south-east Queensland, situated about 84 km west of Brisbane and 58 km east of Toowoomba. Established in 1858, the town has a population of approximately 3,809 (2021 census) spread across 17.8 km². Set at an elevation of 138 metres in the fertile Lockyer Valley, the area is known for its rich agricultural heritage and country town charm.

The town serves as a service centre for the surrounding farming community, with a main street featuring local shops, cafés, and heritage buildings. Laidley is well-known for its annual Spring Festival and Pioneer Village museum. The area attracts tree-changers seeking affordable rural properties within commuting distance of Ipswich and Brisbane, with a relaxed lifestyle surrounded by market gardens and pastoral land.

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

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4341
Urban Area
Laidley
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.64°, 152.41°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
17.49 km²
Elevation
138m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Laidley
0.5 km
6 min
Gatton
18 km
Westlander long-distance service

Bus Services

  • Lockyer Valley Bus — Gatton 25 min
  • School services — Laidley State High School 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
84 km
By Train
100-120 min (limited services via Rosewood)
By Car (Peak)
75-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
60-70 min

🛣️ Most residents drive to Ipswich or Rosewood for regular rail services; Warrego Highway provides road access

Walkability Car-Dependent

Town centre is walkable for basic errands but car needed for most trips beyond main street

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,155
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
48 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.2%

29 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,808
Census 2021
3,809
▲ 0.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,284
Income 2021
$25,740
▲ 6.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,057
Born Overseas 453

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 144
  • 2. New Zealand 81
  • 3. Germany 24
  • 4. Netherlands 22
  • 5. Philippines 21
  • 6. Scotland 19
  • 7. India 18
  • 8. Ireland 13
  • 9. United States 9
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,566
English 1,530
Irish 416
German 398
Scottish 354
Australian Aboriginal 241
Dutch 54
New Zealander 49
Italian 43
Filipino 32

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,566
Both parents born in Australia
522
Both parents born overseas
400
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.9%
No Religion
39.9%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
212 (5.6%)
5-14 years
438 (11.5%)
15-19 years
193 (5.1%)
20-24 years
192 (5.0%)
25-34 years
378 (9.9%)
35-44 years
359 (9.4%)
45-54 years
430 (11.3%)
55-64 years
495 (13.0%)
65-74 years
560 (14.7%)
75-84 years
380 (10.0%)
85+ years
176 (4.6%)

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