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Churchable

QLD 4311 • Queensland

256
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalLockyer ValleyQuietSemi-Rural
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About Churchable

Churchable is a rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland, situated approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane and administered by the Lockyer Valley Regional Council. With a 2021 Census population of 256 residents across nearly 30 square kilometres of productive farmland, the locality lies within one of Queensland's most important agricultural zones — the Lockyer Valley, widely known as Queensland's 'Salad Bowl' for its intensive vegetable, grain, and mixed-farming production. Churchable is bounded by the Gatton–Esk Road to the west and Atkinsons Dam Road to the north, with Balaam Hill marking its southernmost point.

Churchable's landscape is defined by gently rolling agricultural land, dry creek systems, and the presence of Atkinsons Dam nearby, which provides critical irrigation water for Lockyer Valley farms. The nearest service centre is Gatton, approximately 20 kilometres to the south-west, offering supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and the University of Queensland's Gatton campus. Ipswich is accessible in under an hour, and Brisbane's CBD is roughly 80 kilometres away via the Warrego Highway. The locality suits those seeking a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle within the greater south-east Queensland region.

Churchable falls under postcode 4311 and is governed by the Lockyer Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4311
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.42°, 152.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.35 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4311

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4311, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,147
Median 2023–24
$53,662
▲ 24.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,791

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4311; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular services — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No direct service; Rosewood station (~40 km east) provides Rosewood Line to Brisbane (~1 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
60–75 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway provides the main route to Brisbane via Ipswich; Gatton is the nearest service centre at ~20 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Churchable is a rural farming locality with no local shops; all errands require driving to Gatton or further

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
256
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Lockyer Valley Local Government Area, which contains Churchable. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.5 / 100k
2yr Up 15.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
254.9 / 100k
2yr Up 28.5% 10yr Up 32.5%
Non-FV assault
1,049.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 162.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 36.0%
Steal from vehicle
393.1 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Up 72.5%
View all offence categories for Lockyer Valley →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Churchable known for? +

Churchable is a quiet rural locality within the Lockyer Valley, a region famed as Queensland's 'Salad Bowl' for its intensive vegetable and grain production. The area is characterised by productive farmland bounded by the Gatton–Esk Road and Atkinsons Dam Road, with Atkinsons Dam providing irrigation water for local agriculture.

How far is Churchable from Brisbane? +

Churchable is approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane's CBD, a drive of around 60 to 90 minutes via the Warrego Highway through Ipswich and the Lockyer Valley.

Does Churchable have public transport? +

Churchable has no rail service and no regular public bus routes. Gatton, approximately 20 kilometres to the south-west, provides some regional bus connections, but a private vehicle is essential for residents of Churchable.

What is the population of Churchable? +

According to the 2021 Census, Churchable has a population of 256 residents across approximately 29 square kilometres of rural farmland in the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area.

Is Churchable a good place to live? +

Churchable suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle within practical reach of Brisbane and Ipswich, surrounded by productive farmland and open countryside. It offers affordability and space in the heart of the Lockyer Valley, with Gatton's services, schools, and the UQ Gatton campus readily accessible.

What is the postcode for Churchable? +

Churchable's postcode is 4311, shared with surrounding localities in the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland.

Is Churchable a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Churchable is part of the Lockyer Valley LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.