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Bluewater Park

QLD 4818 • Rest of QLD

1,066
Population (2021)
$48,412
Median Income
103.96 km²
Area
$390/wk
Median Rent
RuralCoastalFamily-FriendlyAffordable

About Bluewater Park

Bluewater Park is a semi-rural coastal suburb located approximately 30 kilometres north of the Townsville CBD, within the City of Townsville LGA in North Queensland. Spread across a large area of over 100 square kilometres, the suburb has a population of around 1,066 residents and offers a lifestyle that blends coastal and rural living. It sits along the coastal strip between Townsville and Ingham, characterised by acreage properties, bushland, and proximity to the Coral Sea coastline.

Residents of Bluewater Park enjoy a relaxed, semi-rural lifestyle with access to beaches, bushland, and a strong sense of community. The area is popular with families and retirees seeking larger blocks and a quieter pace of life than central Townsville while remaining within a reasonable commute of the city's amenities. Nearby Bluewater State School and Northern Beaches State High School serve local families, and the proximity to Hinchinbrook-area scenic drives and coastal access points adds to its appeal.

Bluewater Park falls under postcode 4818 and is governed by Townsville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4818
Urban Area
Townsville - Northern Beaches
LGA / Council
Townsville
Federal Electorate
Herbert
State Electorate
Hinchinbrook
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.22°, 146.51°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
103.96 km²
Elevation
43m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
No local rail service; nearest major rail is Townsville station (30km south)
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Car essential; Bruce Highway provides the main route to Townsville CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very low density semi-rural area; no footpaths or public transport; all travel by car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
37 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
992
Census 2021
1,066
▲ 7.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,544
Income 2021
$48,412
▲ 28.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 896
Born Overseas 122

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 37
  • 2. New Zealand 22
  • 3. Germany 7
  • 4. Scotland 7
  • 5. United States 7
  • 6. Cambodia 6
  • 7. Taiwan 5
  • 8. Indonesia 3
  • 9. South Africa 3
  • 10. Zimbabwe 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 458
Australian 442
Scottish 117
Irish 115
German 65
Australian Aboriginal 57
Italian 51
Chinese 13
Dutch 11
Maori 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

749
Both parents born in Australia
159
Both parents born overseas
105
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.7%
Christianity
44.7%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
79 (7.4%)
5-14 years
194 (18.2%)
15-19 years
63 (5.9%)
20-24 years
40 (3.8%)
25-34 years
100 (9.4%)
35-44 years
189 (17.7%)
45-54 years
165 (15.5%)
55-64 years
136 (12.8%)
65-74 years
84 (7.9%)
75-84 years
18 (1.7%)
85+ years
4 (0.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bluewater Park QLD? +

Bluewater Park is a coastal semi-rural suburb approximately 30 kilometres north of Townsville CBD in the City of Townsville LGA, North Queensland.

What is the population of Bluewater Park QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bluewater Park has a population of approximately 1,066 residents.

What schools are near Bluewater Park QLD? +

Nearby schools include Bluewater State School, Northern Beaches State High School in Deeragun, and St Anthony's Catholic College in Deeragun.

What is the lifestyle like in Bluewater Park? +

Bluewater Park offers a relaxed semi-rural coastal lifestyle with acreage properties, bush surroundings, and coastal access, popular with families and retirees seeking a quieter alternative to central Townsville.