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Lakes Creek

QLD 4701 • Queensland

633
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
SuburbanCommuter BeltHistoricAffordableQuiet
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About Lakes Creek

Lakes Creek is a suburb on the eastern fringe of Rockhampton, Queensland, located approximately 8 kilometres east of Rockhampton's CBD within the Rockhampton Region and Shire of Livingstone local government areas. With a 2021 Census population of 633 across around 10.8 square kilometres, the suburb has a low residential density typical of outer suburban Rockhampton. The median household income of approximately $52,134 is close to the national average, and the suburb has a mixed residential character of established houses and semi-rural properties.

Lakes Creek has a notable industrial and commercial heritage, historically home to the Lakes Creek Meatworks — once one of Queensland's largest pastoral processing facilities. Today the suburb blends residential and light industrial land uses, with residents enjoying easy access to Rockhampton's full range of retail, health, and educational services via the Yaamba Road and Bruce Highway corridors. The Shire of Livingstone to the east provides access to the beautiful Capricorn Coast, including the popular resort town of Yeppoon approximately 43 kilometres away, making Lakes Creek a practical base for those who work in Rockhampton but value proximity to the coast.

Lakes Creek falls under postcode 4701 and is governed by the Rockhampton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Capricornia, while state elections fall under the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4701
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Rockhampton
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.35°, 150.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.21 km²
Population Density
48 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4701

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4701, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,134
Median 2023–24
$61,748
▲ 18.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,544

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4701; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Rockhampton Transit services — Rockhampton CBD 20-30 min

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
8 km
By Train
No direct local rail; Rockhampton Station accessible by bus or car (10 km)
By Car (Peak)
15-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Easy access via Yaamba Road and Bruce Highway. Brisbane is 646 km south.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Limited local amenities; most errands require driving to Rockhampton's commercial areas

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
633
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,754.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.3% 10yr Up 34.6%
Motor vehicle theft
626.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 172.5%
Non-FV assault
2,283.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 206.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
37.1 / 100k
2yr Down 40.8% 10yr Up 25.8%
Steal from vehicle
969 / 100k
2yr Up 17.2% 10yr Up 20.7%
View all offence categories for Rockhampton →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lakes Creek known for? +

Lakes Creek is historically known for the Lakes Creek Meatworks, once one of Queensland's largest pastoral processing facilities. Today it is a quiet outer suburb of Rockhampton with a mixed residential and light industrial character, and easy access to both Rockhampton's services and the nearby Capricorn Coast.

How far is Lakes Creek from Rockhampton CBD? +

Lakes Creek is approximately 8 kilometres east of Rockhampton's CBD, typically a 15–25 minute drive depending on traffic.

Does Lakes Creek have public transport? +

Lakes Creek is served by Rockhampton Transit bus routes connecting to Rockhampton's CBD and other suburbs. There is no rail service within the suburb; the nearest station is Rockhampton Station, approximately 10 kilometres west.

What is the population of Lakes Creek? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 633 in Lakes Creek, spread across approximately 10.8 square kilometres, giving the suburb a low residential density.

Is Lakes Creek a good place to live? +

Lakes Creek suits those who want an affordable, quiet outer-suburban lifestyle with quick access to Rockhampton's full range of amenities. Its location near the Bruce Highway also makes it convenient for those who travel regionally for work, and the Capricorn Coast is less than an hour away.

What is the postcode for Lakes Creek? +

The postcode for Lakes Creek, Queensland is 4701, which it shares with Rockhampton and surrounding suburbs.

Is Lakes Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lakes Creek is part of the Rockhampton 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.