Pimlico

QLD 4812 • Rest of QLD

2,557
Population (2021)
$38,376
Median Income
1.15 km²
Area
8m
Elevation
SuburbanCentral LocationAffordableNorth QueenslandEstablished

About Pimlico

Pimlico is a well-established suburban pocket located approximately 3 kilometres south of Townsville CBD in North Queensland. With a population of around 2,500, it covers just 1.2 square kilometres, giving it a compact and community-focused character. The suburb features a mix of older Queensland-style homes and modern builds, with about 46% of residents renting.

Pimlico offers convenient suburban living with easy access to Townsville's major amenities. Several parks provide green space for families, while the suburb's central location means shopping centres, schools, and medical facilities are all within a short drive. The area attracts a mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents who appreciate its quiet streets and proximity to both the CBD and beaches.

Pimlico falls under postcode 4812 and is governed by Townsville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Townsville electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4812
Urban Area
Townsville
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.28°, 146.79°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
1.15 km²
Elevation
8m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 203, 204 — Townsville CBD 9-12 min
  • T3 — Aitkenvale 10 min

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
3.2 km
By Bus
9-12 min
By Car (Peak)
8-10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-7 min

🛣️ No passenger rail in Townsville; bus and car are primary transport modes

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some local amenities within walking distance, most require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    35 Kings Road Pimlico 4812 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$240
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,354
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,460
Census 2021
2,557
3.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,772
Income 2021
$38,376
20.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,882
Born Overseas 452

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 74
  • 2. New Zealand 65
  • 3. England 49
  • 4. India 25
  • 5. China 11
  • 6. South Korea 11
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 10
  • 8. South Africa 9
  • 9. Thailand 9
  • 10. Canada 7
  • 11. Greece 6
  • 12. Germany 5
  • 13. Italy 5
  • 14. Japan 5
  • 15. Pakistan 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 901
Australian 848
Irish 330
Scottish 263
Australian Aboriginal 144
Italian 132
German 124
Filipino 76
Chinese 56
Indian 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,481
Both parents born in Australia
557
Both parents born overseas
288
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.7%
No Religion
39.8%
Islam
1.3%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
125 (4.9%)
5-14 years
283 (11.1%)
15-19 years
139 (5.4%)
20-24 years
159 (6.2%)
25-34 years
387 (15.1%)
35-44 years
356 (13.9%)
45-54 years
342 (13.4%)
55-64 years
321 (12.6%)
65-74 years
231 (9.0%)
75-84 years
136 (5.3%)
85+ years
72 (2.8%)

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