Blackstone

QLD 4304 • Greater Brisbane

1,144
Population (2021)
$39,988
Median Income
3.81 km²
Area
98m
Elevation

About Blackstone

Blackstone is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Ipswich (City) area. With a population of 1,144 and a median income of $39,988, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.81 km² at an elevation of 98m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Brisbane.

Part of Greater Brisbane, the suburb enjoys a subtropical climate and relaxed Queensland lifestyle. Residents have access to local amenities, parks, and good transport connections to the CBD. Blackstone offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Blackstone falls under postcode 4304 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bundamba electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4304
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 152.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
3.81 km²
Elevation
98m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$328
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,353
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,024
Census 2021
1,144
11.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,760
Income 2021
$39,988
22.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 912
Born Overseas 169

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 59
  • 2. England 28
  • 3. Philippines 16
  • 4. India 11
  • 5. Papua New Guinea 10
  • 6. Fiji 6
  • 7. Scotland 5
  • 8. Zimbabwe 5
  • 9. Malaysia 4
  • 10. Samoa 3
  • 11. Sri Lanka 3
  • 12. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 483
Australian 472
Scottish 135
Irish 102
German 97
Australian Aboriginal 40
Maori 30
Dutch 22
Filipino 16
Welsh 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

715
Both parents born in Australia
225
Both parents born overseas
131
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.6%
No Religion
42.4%
Buddhism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
71 (6.2%)
5-14 years
160 (14.0%)
15-19 years
55 (4.8%)
20-24 years
80 (7.0%)
25-34 years
166 (14.5%)
35-44 years
162 (14.2%)
45-54 years
148 (12.9%)
55-64 years
137 (12.0%)
65-74 years
111 (9.7%)
75-84 years
39 (3.4%)
85+ years
11 (1.0%)

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