Lowood
QLD 4311 • Greater Brisbane
About Lowood
Lowood is a growing Somerset Region township on the Brisbane River corridor, about 30 km north-west of Ipswich and around 70 km west of Brisbane. The 2021 Census records a population of 4,082, reflecting strong recent growth compared with smaller rural centres. Historically linked to agriculture and the former Brisbane Valley rail corridor, it now has a mixed rural-town and commuter profile. The town combines established local character with newer housing demand from south-east Queensland's west.
Residents access local schools, shops, health services and sporting facilities in town, with larger employment and retail options in Ipswich and Greater Brisbane. Lifestyle is family-oriented, with nearby riverine and rural landscapes supporting a relaxed pace of living. Public transport is mostly bus and road based, and many commuters travel by car to Ipswich or rail-connected centres. Lowood is popular with families and first-home buyers seeking relative affordability within commuting reach of metro jobs.
Lowood falls under postcode 4311 and is governed by Somerset Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Regional bus services — Ipswich 50-80 min
- Somerset local routes — Fernvale and nearby townships 20-45 min
- School and commuter services — Brisbane/Ipswich corridor (service-dependent) 60-110 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Most residents commute by private vehicle; rail is typically accessed from Ipswich or Rosewood.
Town-centre errands are manageable on foot, but most work and major shopping trips rely on cars or regional buses.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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507 Clarendon Road
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Cnr Main and Cornhill Streets
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Prospect Street
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Peace Street
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1032 Lowood-Minden Road
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9 Profkes Road
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816 Mahon Road
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357 Prenzlau Road
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Manthey Road
Housing 2021 Census
14 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 117
- 2. New Zealand 116
- 3. Germany 22
- 4. Netherlands 22
- 5. Scotland 18
- 6. Philippines 17
- 7. Vietnam 10
- 8. India 9
- 9. Malta 9
- 10. Ireland 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)