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Ambrose

QLD 4695 • Queensland

217
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
63.26 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietRemote

About Ambrose

Ambrose is a small rural locality in the Gladstone Region of Central Queensland, situated approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Gladstone between the major coastal city and the regional centre of Rockhampton. The locality covers around 63 square kilometres and has a population of 217 residents. Ambrose is a typical Central Queensland rural community, with the flat to gently undulating terrain supporting grazing and agricultural operations characteristic of the broader Gladstone hinterland.

Residents rely on the city of Gladstone for schools, shopping, healthcare, and employment, with the short drive making it a manageable commute for those working in Gladstone's significant industrial port and resource sector. The Gladstone Region is one of Queensland's most economically active, home to a major port, aluminium smelter, and LNG facilities, providing employment opportunities that underpin the broader regional community. Ambrose itself retains a quiet, rural character with farming the mainstay of local land use.

Ambrose falls under postcode 4695 and is governed by the Gladstone Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Gladstone electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4695
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gladstone
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Gladstone
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.81°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
63.26 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gladstone
30 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • No regular public bus service — Gladstone (nearest hub) Car required (~25 min)

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
550 km
By Train
Drive to Gladstone (~30km), then approximately 5 hr on Queensland Rail Spirit of Queensland or Tilt Train to Roma Street
By Car (Peak)
5.5–6.5 hr via Bruce Highway (A1)
By Car (Off-Peak)
5–5.5 hr

🛣️ Gladstone is the primary service hub; Rockhampton is approximately 100km to the north

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Ambrose is a rural locality with no local commercial services; all errands require a car trip to Gladstone or nearby townships

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
637.6 / 100k
2yr Down 10.5% 10yr Up 15.5%
Motor vehicle theft
232.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 109.1%
Non-FV assault
1,262.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 170.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
11.5 / 100k
2yr Down 40.7% 10yr Up 263.6%
Steal from vehicle
327.4 / 100k
2yr Down 20.1% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Gladstone →

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
217
▲ 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 Ambrose known for? +

Ambrose is known as a quiet rural locality in the Gladstone Region of Central Queensland, characterised by grazing farmland and proximity to the industrial city of Gladstone. It offers a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy reach of one of Queensland's largest and most economically significant regional centres.

How far is Ambrose from Gladstone? +

Ambrose is approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Gladstone, typically a 25 to 35 minute drive on local roads through the Central Queensland hinterland.

Does Ambrose have public transport? +

Ambrose has no regular public bus or rail services. The nearest train station is Gladstone, approximately 30 kilometres away, which is served by Queensland Rail's North Coast Line. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Ambrose? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ambrose has a population of 217 residents. It is a small rural community typical of the Central Queensland hinterland, where land is used primarily for grazing and agriculture.

Is Ambrose a good place to live? +

Ambrose is suited to those who value a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle with easy access to a major regional city. Gladstone's strong employment base in resources, industry, and services makes the short commute from Ambrose viable for workers in the sector.

What is the postcode for Ambrose? +

The postcode for Ambrose, Queensland is 4695.

Is Ambrose a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ambrose is part of the Gladstone 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.