Laceys Creek
QLD 4521 • Queensland
About Laceys Creek
Laceys Creek is a small rural locality in South East Queensland, situated approximately 50 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD in the Moreton Bay Region. Covering a large area of 81 square kilometres in the upper reaches of the Laceys Creek catchment west of Dayboro, the locality has a population of around 280 residents spread across acreage properties and hobby farms. The area is known for its lush green valleys, creek-fed farmland and proximity to the D'Aguilar National Park.
Life in Laceys Creek revolves around rural pursuits, small-scale farming and a tight-knit community of lifestyle block owners and long-term rural residents. The area offers a peaceful semi-rural escape from Brisbane's urban sprawl, with residents typically commuting to Petrie, Strathpine or Caboolture for services and employment. The nearby town of Dayboro provides essential services including a post office, general store and community facilities, while the locality remains largely unspoiled bushland and farmland.
Laceys Creek falls under postcode 4521 and is governed by the Moreton Bay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Pine Rivers electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 4521
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4521, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4521; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Fully car-dependent; main routes via Dayboro Road and Bruce Highway at Petrie
Rural locality; no footpaths or public transport; private vehicle essential
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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58 McKenzie Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Moreton Bay Local Government Area, which contains Laceys Creek. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.