Gatton
QLD 4343 • Rest of QLD
About Gatton
Gatton is a rural town and the administrative centre of the Lockyer Valley Region in South East Queensland, situated approximately 94 kilometres west-southwest of Brisbane. With a 2021 population of nearly 7,900, Gatton serves as the main hub for the surrounding agricultural district in the fertile Lockyer Valley. The town was established in 1855 and named after the village of Gatton in Surrey, England. The community has a younger-than-average median age, with a mix of long-established farming families, university students attending the University of Queensland Gatton Campus, and newer residents attracted by affordable property prices.
Gatton offers an affordable regional lifestyle with excellent family amenities including multiple parks — notably Lake Apex with its playground and the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre combining a library, art gallery, transport museum, and cafe. The town has Coles and Aldi supermarkets, a local golf course, and a range of sporting clubs. The University of Queensland's Gatton campus brings an academic presence and employment opportunities. The surrounding Lockyer Valley is renowned as Australia's salad bowl, producing a significant portion of the nation's vegetables. Gatton appeals to families, retirees, and those seeking a rural lifestyle within reach of Ipswich and Brisbane.
Gatton falls under postcode 4343 and is governed by Lockyer Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 539 (TransLink) — Ipswich via Laidley and Rosewood ~1 hr 20 min
- Greyhound — Brisbane (Roma Street) 1 hr 10 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Most residents drive or use Greyhound coach. Closer to Toowoomba (45 km, ~30 min) and Ipswich (54 km, ~35 min) for services.
The town centre is compact and walkable with shops, schools, and amenities along the main street. Outer areas and rural surrounds require a car.
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesCnr Anne Street & William Street Gatton 4343 QLD -
ALDIBallantine Street 7, Gatton QLD 4343
Schools
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26 William Street
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35 Lake Clarendon Road
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William Street
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6 Left Hand Branch Road
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20 Maitland Street
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36 East Street
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4 Hoger Road
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90 Lower Tent Hill Road
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 324
- 2. Taiwan 299
- 3. China 130
- 4. New Zealand 104
- 5. England 99
- 6. South Korea 94
- 7. Papua New Guinea 88
- 8. Myanmar 81
- 9. Philippines 80
- 10. Japan 58
- 11. Hong Kong 52
- 12. Bangladesh 51
- 13. Malaysia 37
- 14. Indonesia 31
- 15. Vietnam 28
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)