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Spring Creek (Lockyer Valley - Qld)

QLD 4343 • Queensland

494
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
46.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableSemi-Rural

About Spring Creek (Lockyer Valley - Qld)

Spring Creek is a rural locality in the Lockyer Valley Region of Queensland, situated approximately 101 kilometres west of Brisbane and 17.5 kilometres north-north-east of Gatton. With a population of 494 according to the 2021 Census, it covers a broad 46.5 square kilometre area of gently rolling agricultural land. The locality falls under the Lockyer Valley Regional Council and reflects the region's long heritage as one of Queensland's premier food-producing areas, known for vegetable crops, stone fruit, and mixed farming.

Life in Spring Creek revolves around the land — the Lockyer Valley's fertile soils support generations of farming families and small hobby farms. Day-to-day needs are met by heading into Gatton, the regional service centre, which offers supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and a range of local businesses. The area appeals to those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle away from the city, with wide open paddocks, a strong agricultural community, and easy access to the Warrego Highway for commuting to Ipswich or Brisbane.

Spring Creek (Lockyer Valley - Qld) 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
46.56 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gatton / Ipswich Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
101 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Rosewood or Ipswich for rail access
By Car (Peak)
75-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
65-80 min

🛣️ Access via Warrego Highway (A2); Gatton is the closest major service centre at 17.5 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no village centre; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
494
▲ 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 Spring Creek (Lockyer Valley) known for? +

Spring Creek is known for its rural agricultural character in the heart of the Lockyer Valley, one of Queensland's most productive food-growing regions, supporting vegetable crops, stone fruit, and mixed livestock farming.

How far is Spring Creek from Brisbane? +

Spring Creek is approximately 101 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD, making it roughly a 75–100 minute drive via the Warrego Highway depending on traffic.

Does Spring Creek have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Spring Creek. A car is essential; the nearest major service centre is Gatton, about 17.5 kilometres away.

What is the population of Spring Creek (Lockyer Valley)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Spring Creek (Lockyer Valley Region) has a population of 494 people, spread across approximately 46.5 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Spring Creek a good place to live? +

Spring Creek suits those seeking a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle within reach of Gatton's services and a reasonable drive from Brisbane. It appeals to farming families, hobby farmers, and those who value space and a tight-knit rural community over urban conveniences.

What is the postcode for Spring Creek (Lockyer Valley)? +

Spring Creek in the Lockyer Valley Region has the postcode 4343.