Westlake, Queensland — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Westlake, in the Brisbane City local government area.
| Locality | Westlake |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Brisbane City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -27.54944 |
| Longitude | 152.91226 |
| Population | 4,246 |
| Density | 1904.0 /km² |
| Area | 2.2 km² |
| Elevation | 17 m |
| Postcode | 4074 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 14 km southwest |
Westlake is a locality in the Brisbane City local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 4,246. The locality covers an area of 2.2 km², giving a population density of about 1904.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 17 m above sea level. It lies approximately 14 km southwest of Brisbane. Westlake is located at 27.5494°S, 152.9123°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4074.
Westlake unfolds across a landscape of gentle slopes and broad, open skies, where the rich, ochre earth meets a luminous, pale blue air. It lies 9.5 km north-west of Forest Lake, QLD (from Forest Lake, QLD: bearing 326°T), and is situated 14.2 km south-west of Brisbane City. The terrain here is a study in subtle undulations, a soft yielding that hints at the ancient geological forces that shaped it, now softened by time and the persistent kiss of sunshine. Wattle and gum trees, their forms sculpted by the prevailing breezes, punctuate the horizons, their leaves catching the light in a constant, shifting shimmer. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, carries a dry, sweet scent, a mingling of eucalypt oil and sun-baked earth, a fragrance unique to this part of the country. The houses, often painted in muted, earthy tones, seem to grow organically from the land, their verandahs offering shaded respite from the generous Queensland sun.
The history of Westlake is deeply entwined with the fertile plains that surround it, a story of agricultural endeavour and a quiet resilience. For generations, the land has yielded its bounty, primarily in the form of grazing and the cultivation of crops, sustaining a local economy built on the robust rhythm of the seasons. The weathered timber of the old shearing sheds and the sturdy lines of the farmhouses speak of a heritage where hard work and a deep understanding of the land were paramount. While larger centres lie some distance away, Westlake maintains its character as a place where neighbourly connection is valued, and the pace of life allows for contemplation of the vast, sweeping vistas that define its unique charm. The occasional rumble of a distant ute, or the call of a kookaburra, are the dominant sounds in this tranquil corner of Queensland.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Westlake, Queensland with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Westlake, in the Brisbane City local government area.
Detailed location data for Westlake includes the postcode (4074), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Brisbane City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Westlake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |