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| Locality | Lota |
| 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 | -27.4676 |
| Longitude | 153.19315 |
| Population | 3,171 |
| Density | 908.6 /km² |
| Area | 3.5 km² |
| Elevation | 8 m |
| Postcode | 4179 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 17 km east |
Lota is a locality in the Brisbane City local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 3,171. The locality covers an area of 3.5 km², giving a population density of about 908.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 8 m above sea level. It lies approximately 17 km east of Brisbane. Lota is located at 27.4676°S, 153.1932°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4179.
Lota rests on a gentle slope that spills towards the shimmering waters of Moreton Bay, the air here carrying the perpetual, subtle perfume of salt and sun-warmed earth. It lies 16.5 km east of Brisbane City, QLD (from Brisbane City, QLD: bearing 89°T), and is situated 8.2 km north of Capalaba. The landscape is a study in soft greens and blues, where manicured suburban gardens meet the wilder fringe of coastal vegetation. Beneath the wide Queensland sky, the streets of Lota meander, lined with houses that often boast wide verandahs, perfect for catching the afternoon sea breeze that whispers through the casuarina trees. The light here, particularly as the day begins its slow descent, has a honeyed quality, bathing the rooftops and the distant water in a warm, inviting glow.
The history of Lota is intrinsically tied to the development of the Redlands district and its connection to the bay. Once a place of quiet rural holdings and seaside escapes, Lota has evolved into a popular residential precinct, its residents drawn by the relaxed coastal lifestyle and the proximity to Brisbane's urban centre. The local economy, while largely residential now, retains echoes of its past with small businesses serving the neighbourhood, and its identity is shaped by the well-loved foreshore parks that are a focal point for community gatherings. This stretch of coastline, with its clear waters and sandy stretches, has long been a draw for those seeking respite and recreation, a tradition that continues to define the character of Lota.
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This page provides a street and satellite map of Lota, Queensland. 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 Lota, in the Brisbane City local government area.
Detailed location data for Lota includes the postcode (4179), 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 Lota is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | August 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. |