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Placid Hills

QLD 4343 • Queensland

796
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
7.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordableCommuter Belt

About Placid Hills

Placid Hills is a mixed-use locality on the western outskirts of Gatton in the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland, located approximately 97 kilometres west of Brisbane. With a population of 796 across a 7.4 square kilometre area, the locality has a higher residential density than many surrounding rural areas, reflecting its position on the suburban fringe of Gatton township. The Lockyer Valley Regional Council administers the area, which has a predominantly low-to-middle-income demographic with a median postcode income of approximately 6,800.

Placid Hills residents benefit from immediate proximity to Gatton, which offers supermarkets, schools including the University of Queensland Gatton campus, medical services, and local retail. The Warrego Highway connects the area eastward to Ipswich and Brisbane within about an hour and a half by car. The Lockyer Valley is known for its fertile agricultural land producing vegetables and other produce, and the area retains a relaxed semi-rural character with a mix of residential lots and small acreage properties suited to families and those seeking an affordable lifestyle within reach of Brisbane.

Placid Hills falls under postcode 4343 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gatton
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • Lockyer Valley Transit / school buses — Gatton town centre 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
97 km
By Train
Queensland Rail from Gatton (~3 km) to Roma Street, Brisbane (~1.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1-1.5 hrs

🛣️ Warrego Highway (A2) is the main east-west corridor; Ipswich Motorway connects to Brisbane from Ipswich

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Placid Hills has limited local services; residents drive to Gatton (3 km) for shopping, schools, and amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
796
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Placid Hills known for? +

Placid Hills is known as a quiet semi-rural residential locality on the outskirts of Gatton, offering affordable acreage-style living in Queensland's fertile Lockyer Valley.

How far is Placid Hills from Brisbane? +

Placid Hills is approximately 97 kilometres west of Brisbane, a drive of around 1 to 1.5 hours via the Warrego Highway through Ipswich.

Does Placid Hills have public transport? +

Placid Hills does not have a train station, but Gatton station is approximately 3 kilometres away with Queensland Rail services to Brisbane. School buses and limited local bus services operate in the area.

What is the population of Placid Hills? +

According to the 2021 Census, Placid Hills has a population of 796 people across 7.4 square kilometres, with a density of approximately 106 people per square kilometre.

Is Placid Hills a good place to live? +

Placid Hills offers an affordable semi-rural lifestyle very close to Gatton's amenities and the University of Queensland Gatton campus, making it appealing for families and those who want country living within reach of Brisbane.

What is the postcode for Placid Hills? +

The postcode for Placid Hills, Queensland is 4343, shared with the nearby town of Gatton.