Rush Creek
QLD 4521 • Queensland
About Rush Creek
Rush Creek is a small rural locality within the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, situated approximately 40 kilometres north-north-west of Brisbane CBD and 5 kilometres south-east of the township of Dayboro. Covering just under 14 square kilometres, the locality occupies a compact but scenic position on the fringes of the Pine Rivers hinterland, with the North Pine River and the western arm of Lake Samsonvale marking the southern boundary. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 152 residents, reflecting Rush Creek's quiet, semi-rural character on Brisbane's northern urban fringe.
Rush Creek offers a genuine rural escape within commuting distance of Brisbane's northern suburbs, appealing to acreage lifestyle seekers who value bushland, open space, and a slower pace. The North Pine River and Lake Samsonvale provide scenic surroundings with opportunities for fishing and enjoying the natural landscape. The nearby township of Dayboro, with its cafes, community services, and local shops, is just minutes away, while larger retail hubs and Queensland Rail stations are accessible via Strathpine and North Lakes to the south-east. Historic farmhouses such as Hay Cottage, dating to the 1870s, add to the locality's rural heritage character.
Rush Creek falls under postcode 4521 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pine Rivers electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Translink Route 665 — Dayboro to Strathpine interchange ~30 min to Strathpine
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Dayboro Road is the main arterial; Strathpine and North Lakes are nearby service hubs
A car is essential for almost all daily needs; Dayboro township is the nearest local service centre, a short drive away
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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58 McKenzie Street