Bellbird Park

QLD 4300 • Greater Brisbane

9,191
Population (2021)
$43,784
Median Income
6.51 km²
Area
$340/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbAffordable LivingMulticultural

About Bellbird Park

Bellbird Park is a rapidly growing residential suburb in the City of Ipswich, located approximately 30 kilometres southwest of Brisbane CBD. Part of the Springfield-Ipswich growth corridor, the suburb has experienced significant development since the early 2000s with new housing estates attracting young families. The community is culturally diverse with a mix of established Australian families and newer migrants, creating a welcoming multicultural atmosphere.

The suburb offers convenient access to the Orion Springfield Central shopping centre and Brookwater Golf Club nearby. Families are well served with local schools and childcare facilities, while parks and green spaces provide recreational options. Bellbird Park appeals primarily to first home buyers and young families seeking affordable housing with good motorway access to Brisbane, Ipswich, and Springfield via the Centenary Highway and Ipswich Motorway.

Bellbird Park falls under postcode 4300 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bundamba electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4300
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.64°, 152.89°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
6.51 km²
Elevation
63m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Springfield Central
5.2 km
65 min
Goodna
6.8 km
85 min

Bus Services

  • 526 — Springfield Central to Redbank Plains 15-20 min
  • 529 — Springfield Central to Ipswich 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
30 km
By Train
50-60 min (via Springfield Central)
By Car (Peak)
45-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-35 min

🛣️ Most residents drive to Springfield Central station or commute via Centenary Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential streets with limited footpaths; car essential for most errands and commuting

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
31 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.7%

46 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,736
Census 2021
9,191
36.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,764
Income 2021
$43,784
19.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,838
Born Overseas 2,805

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 714
  • 2. India 350
  • 3. England 258
  • 4. Philippines 156
  • 5. Samoa 130
  • 6. Fiji 88
  • 7. South Africa 81
  • 8. Vietnam 78
  • 9. Zimbabwe 47
  • 10. Germany 44

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,916
Australian 2,607
Scottish 699
Irish 686
Samoan 514
German 507
Australian Aboriginal 446
Indian 350
Maori 290
Filipino 227

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,639
Both parents born in Australia
3,728
Both parents born overseas
1,218
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.7%
No Religion
40.6%
Hinduism
2.9%
Sikhism
2.1%
Buddhism
1.7%
Islam
1.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
849 (9.2%)
5-14 years
1,570 (17.1%)
15-19 years
560 (6.1%)
20-24 years
598 (6.5%)
25-34 years
1,655 (18.0%)
35-44 years
1,475 (16.0%)
45-54 years
945 (10.3%)
55-64 years
779 (8.5%)
65-74 years
516 (5.6%)
75-84 years
219 (2.4%)
85+ years
35 (0.4%)

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