Laidley

QLD 4341 • Greater Brisbane

3,809
Population (2021)
$25,740
Median Income
17.49 km²
Area
138m
Elevation

About Laidley

Laidley is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Lockyer Valley (Regional Council) area. With a population of 3,809 and a median income of $25,740, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 17.49 km² at an elevation of 138m, 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 offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Laidley 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
-27.64°, 152.41°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
17.49 km²
Elevation
138m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,155
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
48 years

👥 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
  • 11. South Africa 7
  • 12. Indonesia 6
  • 13. Japan 5
  • 14. China 4
  • 15. France 3

🧬 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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