Regency Downs

QLD 4341 • Greater Brisbane

2,623
Population (2021)
$34,320
Median Income
15.22 km²
Area
$368/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbSemi-RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordableAcreage

About Regency Downs

Regency Downs is a growing semi-rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland, situated approximately 77 kilometres west of Brisbane and 55 kilometres east of Toowoomba. With a population of 2,623 at the 2021 census and a median age of 37, the area has experienced significant residential growth in recent years. Located on the fertile Lockyer Valley floor at an elevation of around 111 metres, the suburb is part of a corridor of expanding residential communities between Ipswich and Toowoomba. The young median age reflects the influx of families seeking affordable acreage living.

Regency Downs appeals to families looking for space and a semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of both Ipswich and Toowoomba. Properties are typically larger blocks ranging from quarter-acre to multi-acre lots. The nearby Plainland Plaza provides essential shopping, while Gatton and Laidley offer more comprehensive services. The Lockyer Valley is renowned as Australia's salad bowl, and the area enjoys a pleasant climate suited to outdoor living. Local schools and community sporting facilities serve the growing population.

Regency Downs 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
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.53°, 152.44°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
15.22 km²
Elevation
111m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Laidley Station
15 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Lockyer Valley Community Transport — Gatton / Laidley 20-30 mins

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
77 km
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 mins - 1 hr 30 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 mins - 1 hr 5 mins

🛣️ Most residents commute by car via Warrego Highway. Ipswich is 40 mins; Toowoomba is 45 mins via the range

Walkability Car-Dependent

Semi-rural area with no footpaths or walkable shops; car essential for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$368
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
37 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,306
Census 2021
2,623
13.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,080
Income 2021
$34,320
22.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,205
Born Overseas 271

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 105
  • 2. New Zealand 74
  • 3. United States 12
  • 4. Germany 11
  • 5. Fiji 8
  • 6. India 6
  • 7. Japan 6
  • 8. Netherlands 6
  • 9. Thailand 6
  • 10. Malaysia 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,159
Australian 1,147
German 295
Scottish 275
Irish 248
Australian Aboriginal 142
Dutch 39
New Zealander 33
Italian 31
French 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,809
Both parents born in Australia
349
Both parents born overseas
315
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.4%
No Religion
44.0%
Buddhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
200 (7.6%)
5-14 years
440 (16.8%)
15-19 years
183 (7.0%)
20-24 years
108 (4.1%)
25-34 years
288 (11.0%)
35-44 years
338 (12.9%)
45-54 years
366 (14.0%)
55-64 years
350 (13.3%)
65-74 years
227 (8.7%)
75-84 years
98 (3.7%)
85+ years
17 (0.6%)

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