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Redbank

QLD 4301 • Greater Brisbane

2,931
Population (2021)
$35,880
Median Income
8.28 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
AffordableSuburbanCommuter BeltFamily-FriendlyRiverside

About Redbank

Redbank is a suburban locality in the City of Ipswich, situated approximately 28 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD and 12 kilometres east of Ipswich city centre, bounded to its north and north-east by the Brisbane River. With a 2021 Census population of 2,931 across 8.3 square kilometres, it is a moderately dense urban suburb. The median age of 30 reflects a youthful, growing community of young families and first-home buyers, with median household incomes of around $1,321 per week and median weekly rents of $350.

Redbank Plaza Shopping Centre, anchored by Coles, is the commercial heart of the suburb and provides everyday retail and dining for local residents. The suburb's position between Ipswich and Brisbane makes it a practical commuter base, with Redbank railway station offering direct rail access to Brisbane and Ipswich. The riverfront setting along the Brisbane River adds natural amenity, and the wider Ipswich area offers parks, schools, and sporting facilities. Redbank's affordability and improving infrastructure continue to attract younger buyers and renters priced out of inner Brisbane.

Redbank falls under postcode 4301 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bundamba electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4301
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA / Council
Ipswich
Federal Electorate
Oxley
State Electorate
Bundamba
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.60°, 152.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
8.28 km²
Elevation
15m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Redbank
0.8 km
10 min

Bus Services

  • Translink Route 530, 535 — Ipswich City Centre, Goodna, Springfield 15-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
28 km
By Train
Approx. 45-55 min to Roma Street via Ipswich/Rosewood Line
By Car (Peak)
35-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Ipswich Motorway (M2) provides direct freeway access to Brisbane; Redbank station has park-and-ride facilities

Walkability Car-Dependent

Redbank Plaza is walkable from nearby streets, but most of the suburb requires a car for daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Redbank Plaza Shopping CentreCnr Collingwood Drive & Law Street Redbank 4301 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
30 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,834
Census 2021
2,931
▲ 59.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,820
Income 2021
$35,880
▲ 29.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,607
Born Overseas 1,082

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 335
  • 2. Samoa 117
  • 3. England 89
  • 4. Philippines 88
  • 5. Fiji 49
  • 6. India 35
  • 7. Thailand 19
  • 8. China 16
  • 9. Netherlands 15
  • 10. South Africa 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 894
Australian 595
Samoan 341
Irish 207
Scottish 181
German 146
Maori 125
Filipino 115
Australian Aboriginal 111
Chinese 93

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

927
Both parents born in Australia
1,420
Both parents born overseas
314
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.5%
No Religion
33.8%
Islam
2.5%
Hinduism
2.4%
Buddhism
2.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
265 (9.0%)
5-14 years
453 (15.5%)
15-19 years
172 (5.9%)
20-24 years
272 (9.3%)
25-34 years
525 (17.9%)
35-44 years
370 (12.6%)
45-54 years
263 (9.0%)
55-64 years
232 (7.9%)
65-74 years
199 (6.8%)
75-84 years
129 (4.4%)
85+ years
52 (1.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Redbank known for? +

Redbank is known for Redbank Plaza Shopping Centre — the main retail hub for the area — its riverside location along the Brisbane River, and its role as an affordable commuter suburb between Ipswich and Brisbane.

How far is Redbank from Brisbane? +

Redbank is approximately 28 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD, roughly a 35 to 55 minute drive via the Ipswich Motorway, or about 45 to 55 minutes by train on the Ipswich/Rosewood Line.

Does Redbank have public transport? +

Yes — Redbank railway station on the Ipswich/Rosewood Line provides regular train services to Brisbane Roma Street and Ipswich. Translink bus routes also connect the suburb to Goodna, Ipswich city, and Springfield.

What is the population of Redbank? +

According to the 2021 Census, Redbank had a population of 2,931 residents — a significant increase from 1,834 in 2016, reflecting strong growth driven by affordable housing demand in the Ipswich corridor.

Is Redbank a good place to live? +

Redbank offers genuine affordability and solid transport links to Brisbane, making it a practical choice for first-home buyers, young families, and commuters. The suburb has essential amenities and is improving steadily as the broader Ipswich region grows.

What is the postcode for Redbank? +

The postcode for Redbank, Queensland is 4301.