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Amberley

QLD 4306 • Queensland

619
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
26.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralDefence CommunityFamily-FriendlySemi-Rural

About Amberley

Amberley is a small locality in the City of Ipswich, Queensland, situated approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Brisbane and on the outskirts of Ipswich. The suburb is best known as the home of RAAF Base Amberley, Australia's largest and busiest air force base, which employs more than 5,000 military and civilian personnel. With a population of around 619, the residential community is closely tied to the base and its operations.

Life in Amberley is shaped by its connection to the air force, with many residents being defence personnel and their families. The surrounding Scenic Rim and Lockyer Valley offer scenic countryside and recreational opportunities, while Ipswich's full range of shops, schools, and services is only a short drive away. The Ipswich CBD provides a regional centre for retail, dining, and healthcare, and Amberley's semi-rural setting offers a quiet lifestyle away from the bustle of greater Brisbane.

Amberley falls under postcode 4306 and is governed by the Ipswich Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4306
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Ipswich
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.48°, 152.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
26.11 km²
Population Density
24 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Yamanto Train Station (proposed)
8 km
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Ipswich Station
15 km
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Bus Services

  • Translink bus services via Ipswich — Ipswich CBD 20–30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
52 km
By Train
Approx 65–80 min from Ipswich Station (Springfield–Central Line)
By Car (Peak)
60–80 min via Cunningham Hwy / Ipswich Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
45–55 min

🛣️ Most residents drive to Ipswich for rail connections to Brisbane. The Ipswich Motorway (M2) is the primary road link.

Walkability Car Dependent

Amberley is a rural locality with limited footpaths and no walkable commercial centre. A car is essential for daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Ipswich Local Government Area, which contains Amberley. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
551 / 100k
2yr Down 24.0% 10yr Down 29.4%
Motor vehicle theft
319 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 37.0%
Non-FV assault
1,352.2 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 194.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
23.1 / 100k
2yr Down 13.6% 10yr Up 12.5%
Steal from vehicle
632 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Ipswich →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
619
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amberley QLD known for? +

Amberley is home to RAAF Base Amberley, Australia's largest air force base. The base employs over 5,000 people and is a major hub for Air Force combat and support aircraft operations.

How far is Amberley from Brisbane? +

Amberley is approximately 52 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD. By car it takes around 45–55 minutes off-peak via the Ipswich Motorway.

What LGA is Amberley in? +

Amberley is located within the City of Ipswich local government area in Queensland.

Are there schools in Amberley QLD? +

Amberley itself does not have public schools, but nearby Ipswich offers a wide range of government and private primary and secondary schools, as well as the Bremer State High School.

Is Amberley a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Amberley is part of the Ipswich 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.

What is the population of Amberley? +

Amberley had a population of 619 at the 2021 Census.