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Fordsdale

QLD 4343 • Queensland

50
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
64.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Fordsdale

Fordsdale is a small rural locality in the Lockyer Valley of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Gatton within the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area. Covering around 64.7 square kilometres of mixed farming and cropping country, it had a 2021 Census population of approximately 50 residents. The locality sits within the highly productive Lockyer Valley, one of Queensland's most significant horticultural regions, where vegetable growing, stone fruit, and mixed farming benefit from the fertile alluvial soils and water from the Lockyer Creek system.

Gatton is the nearest service town and home to the University of Queensland's Gatton Campus, providing supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and tertiary education for the broader Lockyer Valley community. The region's proximity to Brisbane and Toowoomba makes it a viable lifestyle alternative for those who want rural space without sacrificing access to city amenities. Fordsdale suits those connected to the Lockyer Valley's diverse horticultural farming industry and the region's emerging rural lifestyle character.

Fordsdale falls under postcode 4343 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 Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

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

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4343

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4343, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,799
Median 2023–24
$44,522
▲ 21.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,114

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4343; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gatton Station
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for local travel N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Queensland Rail from Gatton to Brisbane (approx. 1 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr 25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min - 1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway provides good access; Gatton is the nearest rail and service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Fordsdale has no local services; a private vehicle is needed for all daily errands, with Gatton providing the nearest shops and community facilities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
50
▲ 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 Fordsdale. 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 Fordsdale known for? +

Fordsdale is a quiet farming locality in the Lockyer Valley near Gatton, known for its productive horticultural farming country and position within one of Queensland's most important vegetable and stone fruit growing regions.

How far is Fordsdale from Brisbane? +

Fordsdale is approximately 90 kilometres west of Brisbane, typically a 50 minute to 1 hour 25 minute drive via the Warrego Highway.

Does Fordsdale have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Fordsdale. The nearest Queensland Rail service is at Gatton (approximately 15 km), with regular trains connecting to Brisbane and Toowoomba.

What is the population of Fordsdale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fordsdale has a population of approximately 50 residents across its 64 square kilometre area in the Lockyer Valley.

Is Fordsdale a good place to live? +

Fordsdale suits those who want a rural lifestyle in the Lockyer Valley's productive farming country, with Gatton's university town services and Brisbane and Toowoomba both within a comfortable drive.

What is the postcode for Fordsdale? +

The postcode for Fordsdale, QLD is 4343.

Is Fordsdale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Fordsdale 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.