Brookwater

QLD 4300 • Greater Brisbane

2,902
Population (2021)
$72,644
Median Income
3.97 km²
Area
69m
Elevation

About Brookwater

Brookwater is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Queensland, located within the Ipswich (City) area. With a population of 2,902 and a median income of $72,644, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 3.97 km² at an elevation of 69m, 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. Brookwater offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

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

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4300
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 152.90°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
3.97 km²
Elevation
69m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    2 Tournament Drive Brookwater 4300 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$565
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,615
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,151
Census 2021
2,902
34.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$55,900
Income 2021
$72,644
30.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,831
Born Overseas 978

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 209
  • 2. India 135
  • 3. New Zealand 99
  • 4. South Africa 63
  • 5. Philippines 37
  • 6. Scotland 28
  • 7. China 26
  • 8. United States 26
  • 9. Fiji 19
  • 10. Zimbabwe 19
  • 11. Sri Lanka 18
  • 12. Vietnam 18
  • 13. South Korea 17
  • 14. Germany 15
  • 15. Singapore 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,023
Australian 887
Scottish 268
Irish 245
Indian 208
German 141
Chinese 117
Italian 58
Filipino 57
Dutch 50

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,179
Both parents born in Australia
1,251
Both parents born overseas
382
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.3%
No Religion
35.6%
Hinduism
6.0%
Buddhism
1.5%
Islam
1.4%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
164 (5.7%)
5-14 years
506 (17.4%)
15-19 years
243 (8.4%)
20-24 years
183 (6.3%)
25-34 years
217 (7.5%)
35-44 years
502 (17.3%)
45-54 years
588 (20.3%)
55-64 years
337 (11.6%)
65-74 years
122 (4.2%)
75-84 years
35 (1.2%)
85+ years
4 (0.1%)

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