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Woodlands

QLD 4343 • Queensland

119
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
16.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietEstablished

About Woodlands

Woodlands is a small rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland, situated approximately 8 kilometres south of Gatton and around 99 kilometres west-south-west of Brisbane. The locality covers about 16 square kilometres and is home to 119 residents, reflecting its quiet agricultural character within the Lockyer Valley. Median household income is below the national average, consistent with the farming and mixed agricultural economy that defines the broader Lockyer Valley district.

The Lockyer Valley is one of Queensland's most productive agricultural regions, renowned for vegetable growing and mixed farming, and Woodlands sits within this fertile landscape south of Gatton. The locality has historical roots: Woodlands Provisional School opened in 1897, speaking to the area's long-established farming community. Residents rely on Gatton, the Lockyer Valley's main service centre, for schools, shopping, healthcare, and community activities, while the scenic countryside and proximity to the Toowoomba Range provide a pleasant rural setting.

Woodlands falls under postcode 4343 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4343
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 152.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.24 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gatton Station
8 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Gatton Approx. 15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
99 km
By Train
Limited regional services from Gatton; no direct commuter rail to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1h 15min – 1h 40min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h – 1h 15min

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway through Gatton; Ipswich is approx. 56 km to the east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local shops; a car is required for all daily errands, with Gatton the nearest town for services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
119
▲ 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 Woodlands known for? +

Woodlands is a rural locality in Queensland's Lockyer Valley Region, set within one of the state's most productive farming areas. The locality has a long agricultural history, with a provisional school established as far back as 1897, reflecting the deep farming community roots of the Lockyer Valley.

How far is Woodlands from Brisbane? +

Woodlands is approximately 99 kilometres west-south-west of Brisbane, roughly a 1 hour 15 minute to 1 hour 40 minute drive via the Warrego Highway through Ipswich and Gatton.

Does Woodlands have public transport? +

Public transport options in Woodlands are very limited. There are limited local bus services connecting to Gatton, the nearest town. A private vehicle is the most practical way to get around for residents of this rural locality.

What is the population of Woodlands? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woodlands has a population of 119 residents across approximately 16 square kilometres in the Lockyer Valley Region.

Is Woodlands a good place to live? +

Woodlands offers a peaceful rural lifestyle within one of Queensland's most fertile agricultural regions. Residents enjoy open countryside and a quiet community environment, with the nearby town of Gatton providing access to schools, shopping, and healthcare.

What is the postcode for Woodlands? +

The postcode for Woodlands, Queensland is 4343, which it shares with Gatton and surrounding Lockyer Valley localities.