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Stockyard (Lockyer Valley - Qld)

QLD 4344 • Queensland

65
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
17.49 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Stockyard (Lockyer Valley - Qld)

Stockyard is a small rural locality in south-east Queensland, situated approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane within the Lockyer Valley Regional Council. The locality lies in the Lockyer Valley — one of Australia's most productive vegetable-growing regions — between Gatton and Laidley, covering a compact area of farmland on the fertile alluvial flats. With a 2021 Census population of 65 residents, Stockyard is a quiet agricultural community within the highly productive Lockyer Valley food bowl.

The Lockyer Valley's fertile volcanic and alluvial soils support intensive vegetable and horticultural production, including lettuce, cabbage, onions, beans, and pumpkins, supplying supermarkets across eastern Australia. Gatton, the principal service town of the Lockyer Valley, is home to the University of Queensland's Gatton campus and provides schools, supermarkets, and community facilities. The region is also a gateway to the scenic Main Range National Park and the Scenic Rim, making Stockyard well-positioned for both agricultural pursuits and access to natural recreation.

Stockyard (Lockyer Valley - Qld) falls under postcode 4344 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
4344
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lockyer Valley
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lockyer
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.57°, 152.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
17.49 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4344

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4344, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,573
Median 2023–24
$55,462
▲ 24.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,911

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4344; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gatton
10 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Translink (limited regional services) — Gatton and Ipswich Approx 1 hr 30 min to Ipswich

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
Queensland Rail from Gatton (~1 hr 30 min to Brisbane Central)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Accessed via Warrego Highway (A2); car needed to reach Gatton station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Stockyard is a rural locality with no local services; Gatton provides all essential services a short drive away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
65
▲ 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 Stockyard (Lockyer Valley - Qld). 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 Stockyard (Lockyer Valley) known for? +

Stockyard is known for its position within the Lockyer Valley, one of Australia's most productive vegetable-growing regions, supplying supermarkets across eastern Australia with fresh produce from fertile alluvial soils.

How far is Stockyard from Brisbane? +

Stockyard is approximately 80 kilometres west of Brisbane, making it roughly a 1 to 1.5 hour drive via the Warrego Highway. Gatton, the nearest service town, is about 10 kilometres away.

Does Stockyard have public transport? +

Stockyard has no direct public transport. Queensland Rail services operate from Gatton station, approximately 10 kilometres away, with connections to Brisbane Central and Toowoomba.

What is the population of Stockyard? +

According to the 2021 Census, Stockyard (Lockyer Valley) has a population of approximately 65 residents, reflecting its nature as a small agricultural community.

Is Stockyard a good place to live? +

Stockyard suits farming families in the Lockyer Valley's productive horticultural sector, with close access to Gatton's services and the University of Queensland campus, and the scenic Scenic Rim within easy reach.

What is the postcode for Stockyard? +

The postcode for Stockyard (Lockyer Valley) is 4344.

Is Stockyard a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stockyard 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.