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Upper Lockyer

QLD 4352 • Queensland

542
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
15.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Upper Lockyer

Upper Lockyer is a rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area of Queensland, situated in the ranges above the Lockyer Valley floor at an elevation of approximately 350 metres. With a population of 542 at the 2021 Census, it covers a substantial area of 33 square kilometres of largely agricultural and bushland terrain. The locality sits between Gatton to the south-east and Toowoomba to the west, accessed via the Lockyer Valley hinterland roads.

Upper Lockyer has a strongly rural character, with most residents living on large-acreage properties used for grazing and horticulture. The locality was historically served by the Lockyer Upper State School, which operated from 1939 to 1968, reflecting its long agricultural settlement history. Today residents travel to Gatton or Toowoomba for services, schools, and employment. The area appeals to hobby farmers, equestrians, and those seeking a quiet lifestyle in the Lockyer Valley ranges, with the Great Dividing Range providing scenic bushland surroundings.

Upper Lockyer falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Toowoomba North electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4352
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Toowoomba North
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 151.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.17 km²
Elevation
350m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gatton Station
20 km
N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
No direct service; approx 2 hrs from Gatton Station
By Car (Peak)
80-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
70-85 min

🛣️ Car essential; Warrego Highway and Ipswich Motorway provide access to Brisbane; Toowoomba 35km west

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural locality; no public transport; vehicle required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
542
▲ 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

Where is Upper Lockyer QLD? +

Upper Lockyer is a rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area, situated in the ranges between Gatton and Toowoomba in south-east Queensland.

What is the population of Upper Lockyer? +

Upper Lockyer had a population of 542 people according to the 2021 Census.

What LGA is Upper Lockyer in? +

Upper Lockyer is within the Lockyer Valley Regional Council local government area.

How far is Upper Lockyer from Brisbane? +

Upper Lockyer is approximately 85 kilometres west of Brisbane, roughly 80-90 minutes by car via the Warrego Highway and Ipswich Motorway.