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Ma Ma Creek

QLD 4347 • Queensland

155
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
23.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable

About Ma Ma Creek

Ma Ma Creek is a small rural town and locality in the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland, situated approximately 14 kilometres south-west of Gatton and 103 kilometres west of Brisbane. Covering around 23.5 square kilometres, the locality recorded a population of 155 residents in the 2021 Census. The area sits within the fertile Lockyer Valley — often described as Queensland's "salad bowl" — and is characterised by agricultural land, small hobby farms, and a tight-knit rural community.

Ma Ma Creek has a small community centre that serves as a local gathering point, and residents access schools, shops, medical services, and other amenities in nearby Gatton, the Lockyer Valley Region's main service hub. The broader Lockyer Valley is known for its vegetable, dairy, and grain production, and the landscape around Ma Ma Creek reflects this agricultural heritage. The area appeals to those seeking a genuine small-town and farming lifestyle within a reasonable drive of Toowoomba (approximately 39 kilometres west) and the Ipswich–Brisbane corridor.

Ma Ma Creek falls under postcode 4347 and is governed by Lockyer Valley Region Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4347
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley Region
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 152.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.52 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to locality — Gatton Car required (approx. 15 min)

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
103 km
By Train
No direct train service; Gatton station (~14 km) has limited services to Ipswich and Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1–1.5 hr

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway through Gatton; Toowoomba is ~39 km west

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small rural town with a community centre; all shops and services are in Gatton

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
155
▲ 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 Ma Ma Creek known for? +

Ma Ma Creek is a small rural town in Queensland's Lockyer Valley, set in one of the most productive agricultural regions in the state. The locality is known for its farming character, with the wider Lockyer Valley celebrated as Queensland's "salad bowl" for its vegetable, dairy, and grain production.

How far is Ma Ma Creek from Brisbane? +

Ma Ma Creek is approximately 103 kilometres west of Brisbane, about a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Warrego Highway. Gatton, the nearest service town, is around 14 kilometres to the north-east.

Does Ma Ma Creek have public transport? +

Ma Ma Creek does not have local bus services. The nearest train access is Gatton station, approximately 14 kilometres away, with limited services toward Ipswich and Brisbane. A car is essential for all travel needs.

What is the population of Ma Ma Creek? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 155 people in Ma Ma Creek across 23.5 square kilometres, reflecting its character as a small, low-density rural town in the Lockyer Valley Region.

Is Ma Ma Creek a good place to live? +

Ma Ma Creek suits those who value a genuinely rural lifestyle in a productive agricultural region. The area offers peace, open space, and community connection, while Gatton provides everyday services and Toowoomba and Brisbane are accessible by car for larger needs.

What is the postcode for Ma Ma Creek? +

The postcode for Ma Ma Creek, Queensland is 4347.