Clinton
QLD 4680 • Rest of QLD
About Clinton
Clinton is a well-established residential suburb of Gladstone, located 7 kilometres southwest of the city centre in Central Queensland. With around 6,170 residents, it sits 521 kilometres north-northwest of Brisbane and 111 kilometres southeast of Rockhampton. The suburb features a subtropical climate with hot, wet summers and hosts Gladstone Airport within its boundaries, making it a convenient hub for the region.
The suburb attracts a younger demographic with an average age of 20-39, reflecting Gladstone's role as an industrial and mining centre. Housing is affordable compared to coastal capitals, with a mix of families and single households split evenly. Clinton offers essential amenities including Clinton State School and is close to Gladstone's shopping and employment precincts. Its practical, working-class character appeals to those employed in the nearby port, LNG plants and industrial facilities.
Clinton falls under postcode 4680 and is governed by Gladstone Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gladstone electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Buslink Gladstone routes — Gladstone CBD and suburbs 10-15 min
Commute to Gladstone CBD
🛣️ No passenger rail service to Gladstone; Gladstone Airport located within suburb for fly-in/fly-out workers
Suburban layout with local shops; most residents drive to work and major amenities
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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17 O'Connor Road
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151 Malpas Street
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Gladstone Road
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55 Don Cameron Drive
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Stirrat Street
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11 Paterson Street
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Harvey Road
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1315 Dawson Highway
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74 Auckland Street
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153 Toolooa Street
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Dawson Highway
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Boles Street
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43a Hibiscus Avenue
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Corner Degalgil and Ubobo Streets
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Cnr Park and Rosella Streets
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Francis Way
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J Hickey Avenue
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181 Goondoon Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. New Zealand 175
- 2. Philippines 130
- 3. England 98
- 4. South Africa 75
- 5. India 41
- 6. Scotland 22
- 7. Thailand 14
- 8. Fiji 13
- 9. Germany 12
- 10. China 10
- 11. Ireland 10
- 12. Papua New Guinea 10
- 13. United States 10
- 14. Vietnam 10
- 15. Zimbabwe 10
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)