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Leichhardt

QLD 4305 • Greater Brisbane

4,471
Population (2021)
$30,160
Median Income
2.80 km²
Area
44m
Elevation
AffordableWorking ClassIpswichRiversideFamily-Friendly

About Leichhardt

Leichhardt is a residential suburb of Ipswich in South East Queensland, located approximately 40 kilometres west of the Brisbane CBD. With a population of around 4,470, this working-class suburb is bounded by the Bremer River and features a mix of older weatherboard homes and newer developments. The community has a strong Australian-born majority and maintains its traditional suburban character.

The suburb offers affordable housing options close to the Ipswich city centre, with easy access to local shops, schools, and recreational facilities along the Bremer River. Leichhardt appeals to families and workers seeking proximity to Ipswich's employment opportunities while remaining within commuting distance of Brisbane. The area has a relaxed Queensland lifestyle with a close-knit community feel.

Leichhardt falls under postcode 4305 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ipswich West electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4305
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA
Ipswich
Federal Electorate
Blair
State Electorate
Ipswich West
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.62°, 152.73°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.80 km²
Elevation
44m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wulkuraka
2 km
25 min
Ipswich
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • 506, 509 — Ipswich City Centre 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
40 km
By Train
50-60 min (from Wulkuraka/Ipswich)
By Car (Peak)
45-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Good rail connectivity via Ipswich Line. Regular services to Brisbane Central. Ipswich itself offers major employment.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Suburban layout with some local shops. Train stations accessible but most errands require driving.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$280
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,200
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
31 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,912
Census 2021
4,471
▲ 14.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,688
Income 2021
$30,160
▲ 17.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,658
Born Overseas 527

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 150
  • 2. England 94
  • 3. Philippines 37
  • 4. India 18
  • 5. Fiji 17
  • 6. Thailand 15
  • 7. Samoa 14
  • 8. Netherlands 13
  • 9. United States 11
  • 10. Indonesia 9
  • 11. Papua New Guinea 9
  • 12. Scotland 9
  • 13. South Africa 9
  • 14. Germany 8
  • 15. Sri Lanka 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,786
Australian 1,785
Australian Aboriginal 487
Irish 473
Scottish 401
German 298
Italian 83
Maori 61
New Zealander 60
Filipino 56

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,923
Both parents born in Australia
693
Both parents born overseas
536
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.6%
Christianity
37.6%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
361 (8.1%)
5-14 years
735 (16.4%)
15-19 years
281 (6.3%)
20-24 years
383 (8.6%)
25-34 years
698 (15.6%)
35-44 years
555 (12.4%)
45-54 years
527 (11.8%)
55-64 years
432 (9.7%)
65-74 years
301 (6.7%)
75-84 years
155 (3.5%)
85+ years
41 (0.9%)

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