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Kawana

QLD 4701 • Rest of QLD

4,434
Population (2021)
$37,544
Median Income
7.32 km²
Area
$255/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlySuburbanAffordableQuiet

About Kawana

Kawana is a residential suburb located approximately 6 kilometres south of Rockhampton city centre, within the Rockhampton Regional Council area. With a population of around 4,434, the suburb has a median age of 38 and a predominantly Australian-born community, reflecting its established character. The median household income sits modestly, with a mix of families and older residents calling the area home across its 7.3 square kilometre footprint.

Residents enjoy a quiet suburban lifestyle with convenient access to Rockhampton's retail and services along the Bruce Highway corridor. The suburb benefits from proximity to schools, local shops, and parklands typical of Rockhampton's southern suburbs. Its relatively affordable housing and low-density character attract families and those seeking a relaxed, community-oriented lifestyle away from the city centre.

Kawana falls under postcode 4701 and is governed by Rockhampton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4701
Urban Area
Rockhampton
LGA / Council
Rockhampton
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.34°, 150.50°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
7.32 km²
Elevation
14m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rockhampton Station
6.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Rockhampton Transit local routes — Rockhampton CBD 15-20 min

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
6 km
By Train
No suburban train service
By Car (Peak)
10-15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8-12 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport; local bus services available along main corridors

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most daily errands require a car; limited footpath connectivity to shops and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$255
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
9.5%

131 state housing + 22 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,426
Census 2021
4,434
▲ 0.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,200
Income 2021
$37,544
▲ 20.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,576
Born Overseas 498

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 90
  • 2. New Zealand 54
  • 3. England 44
  • 4. Nepal 40
  • 5. China 36
  • 6. India 26
  • 7. Brazil 22
  • 8. Fiji 15
  • 9. Zimbabwe 15
  • 10. South Africa 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,814
English 1,605
Scottish 405
Australian Aboriginal 399
Irish 393
German 263
Filipino 114
Chinese 90
Italian 50
Dutch 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,048
Both parents born in Australia
560
Both parents born overseas
324
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.8%
No Religion
38.5%
Hinduism
1.7%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
256 (5.8%)
5-14 years
600 (13.5%)
15-19 years
286 (6.5%)
20-24 years
283 (6.4%)
25-34 years
587 (13.2%)
35-44 years
587 (13.2%)
45-54 years
471 (10.6%)
55-64 years
495 (11.2%)
65-74 years
430 (9.7%)
75-84 years
256 (5.8%)
85+ years
188 (4.2%)

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