Atkinsons Dam
QLD 4311 • Queensland
About Atkinsons Dam
Atkinsons Dam is a rural locality in the Somerset Region of Queensland, approximately 88 km west-northwest of Brisbane and 48 km northwest of Ipswich (postcode 4311). The locality takes its name from Lake Atkinson, a picturesque reservoir that forms its centrepiece and draws visitors from nearby towns. With a population of just 191 people at the 2021 census and a land area of 26.7 km², it is a sparsely settled semi-rural community. The area falls within the Division of Blair federally and the Electoral District of Nanango at the state level.
Atkinsons Dam attracts residents who value a peaceful rural lifestyle within reasonable reach of Southeast Queensland's urban centres. Lake Atkinson is popular for fishing, kayaking, and picnicking, giving the locality a quiet recreation-oriented character. The nearby township of Lowood (19 km southeast) provides everyday services including shops, schools, and medical facilities, while Ipswich offers a full range of urban amenities about 48 km away. The community suits families and retirees looking for affordable acreage living in the Somerset hinterland.
Atkinsons Dam falls under postcode 4311 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nanango electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- School bus services — Lowood, Esk Varies
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Private vehicle is essential. Lowood is the nearest service town at 19 km. Ipswich is the practical regional hub at 48 km.
Sparsely settled rural locality centred on Lake Atkinson. No public transport services and all amenities require a car journey.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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507 Clarendon Road
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Cnr Main and Cornhill Streets
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Prospect Street
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Peace Street
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1032 Lowood-Minden Road
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9 Profkes Road
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816 Mahon Road
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357 Prenzlau Road
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Manthey Road