Kensington Grove

QLD 4341 • Greater Brisbane

2,050
Population (2021)
$41,444
Median Income
9.65 km²
Area
$368/wk
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAcreage LivingAgricultural RegionTree Change

About Kensington Grove

Kensington Grove is a semi-rural locality in the Lockyer Valley region of South East Queensland, approximately 70 kilometres west of Brisbane. With a population of around 2,050, it offers a peaceful country lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of the state capital. The suburb has a median age of 37, reflecting its popularity with young families drawn to affordable housing and spacious acreage properties. It falls within the Lockyer Valley Regional Council area, one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions.

Life in Kensington Grove centres around the outdoors, with residents enjoying the rolling hills, rural views, and proximity to the Great Dividing Range. The nearby town of Gatton provides essential shopping, schools, and medical facilities. The area attracts families and tree-changers seeking a quieter pace of life with room to breathe, while still accessing employment in Ipswich or Brisbane via the Warrego Highway. Local community events and markets reflect the strong agricultural heritage of the Lockyer Valley.

Kensington Grove falls under postcode 4341 and is governed by Lockyer Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4341
Urban Area
Laidley
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.53°, 152.47°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
9.65 km²
Elevation
101m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 100 — Gatton town centre 10 min
  • School services — Gatton & Laidley schools 15-20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
70 km
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min

🛣️ Via Warrego Highway. Nearest train station is Rosewood (40 min drive).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural area with no footpaths. A car is essential for daily activities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$368
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,690
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
37 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,717
Census 2021
2,050
19.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,228
Income 2021
$41,444
24.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,754
Born Overseas 246

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 64
  • 2. New Zealand 56
  • 3. Scotland 12
  • 4. South Africa 11
  • 5. Philippines 8
  • 6. Germany 7
  • 7. Netherlands 7
  • 8. Canada 6
  • 9. Fiji 6
  • 10. Wales 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 880
English 866
Scottish 248
German 244
Irish 231
Australian Aboriginal 92
Dutch 60
Italian 30
New Zealander 30
Welsh 25

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,407
Both parents born in Australia
319
Both parents born overseas
262
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.5%
Christianity
44.7%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.5%
Judaism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
132 (6.4%)
5-14 years
335 (16.3%)
15-19 years
154 (7.5%)
20-24 years
85 (4.1%)
25-34 years
255 (12.4%)
35-44 years
306 (14.9%)
45-54 years
283 (13.8%)
55-64 years
241 (11.8%)
65-74 years
178 (8.7%)
75-84 years
66 (3.2%)
85+ years
10 (0.5%)

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