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Morton Vale

QLD 4343 • Queensland

114
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.16 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralCommuter Belt
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About Morton Vale

Morton Vale is a small rural locality in Queensland's Lockyer Valley Region, situated approximately 17 kilometres north-west of Gatton and around 90 kilometres west of Brisbane, within the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area. With a population of 114 residents across approximately 15 square kilometres, it is a quiet semi-rural community set in the heart of one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions. The Lockyer Valley is widely recognised as Queensland's food bowl, with intensive vegetable and horticultural production shaping the local landscape.

The surrounding area supports market gardens, cropping, and mixed farming operations, with the valley's fertile soils and reliable water supply underpinning a thriving agricultural sector. Gatton, the nearest major centre approximately 17 kilometres to the south-east, offers supermarkets, schools, and the University of Southern Queensland's Gatton campus. Morton Vale's position between Toowoomba and the Brisbane corridor gives residents reasonable access to urban services, while retaining a distinctly rural and community-oriented way of life.

Morton Vale 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
15.16 km²
Population Density
8 /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
17 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gatton Approx. 20–25 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Gatton station on Toowoomba & Lockyer Valley line; approx. 1 hr 30 min to Brisbane Roma Street (car to Gatton required)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 1 hr 30 min–2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1 hr–1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway; Toowoomba is approx. 50 km west; car essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; no local shops within the locality, with all services in Gatton

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
114
▲ 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 Morton Vale. 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 Morton Vale known for? +

Morton Vale is set in the Lockyer Valley, often called Queensland's food bowl or salad bowl. The surrounding area is renowned for intensive market gardening and vegetable production, with the valley's fertile soils supporting a thriving agricultural industry.

How far is Morton Vale from Brisbane? +

Morton Vale is approximately 90 kilometres west of Brisbane, typically a 1 to 1.5 hour drive via the Warrego Highway through Ipswich and Plainland.

Does Morton Vale have public transport? +

Morton Vale has no local bus services. The nearest train station is at Gatton, approximately 17 kilometres to the south-east on the Queensland Rail Toowoomba and Lockyer Valley line. A private vehicle is needed to reach public transport connections.

What is the population of Morton Vale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Morton Vale has a population of 114 residents across approximately 15 square kilometres in the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area.

Is Morton Vale a good place to live? +

Morton Vale suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle within reasonable reach of Brisbane and Toowoomba. Its location in the productive Lockyer Valley, combined with proximity to Gatton's services and the University of Southern Queensland campus, makes it appealing for families and those seeking affordable rural living.

What is the postcode for Morton Vale? +

The postcode for Morton Vale, Queensland is 4343.

Is Morton Vale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Morton Vale 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.