Ripley

QLD 4306 • Greater Brisbane

4,288
Population (2021)
$52,572
Median Income
13.09 km²
Area
65m
Elevation
Growth SuburbMaster-PlannedFamily-FriendlyAffordableWestern Corridor

About Ripley

Ripley is a rapidly emerging suburb in the Ipswich region, located approximately 40 kilometres southwest of Brisbane CBD within the Western Growth Corridor. Part of the Ripley Valley Priority Development Area—one of Australia's largest urban growth zones—this master-planned community has transformed from semi-rural land into a thriving residential hub. The population has tripled in recent years to over 4,000 residents, with the broader development zone planned to eventually house 131,000 people across 48,750 dwellings.

Life in Ripley centres around young families and first-home buyers attracted by affordable housing and modern amenities. The suburb features 40 hectares of parkland, quality state schools from prep to Year 12, and the Ripley Town Centre anchored by Coles with medical facilities and specialty retail. A new Satellite Hospital enhances healthcare access, while easy connections to the Centenary and Ipswich motorways make Brisbane commutes practical. The area draws a multicultural mix of professionals and tradespeople seeking quality homes with genuine community spirit.

Ripley falls under postcode 4306 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ipswich electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4306
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.67°, 152.78°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
13.09 km²
Elevation
65m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    622-640 Ripley Road Ripley 4306 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$375
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,718
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
29 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,405
Census 2021
4,288
205.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,560
Income 2021
$52,572
29.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,131
Born Overseas 921

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 201
  • 2. India 196
  • 3. Philippines 93
  • 4. England 80
  • 5. South Africa 37
  • 6. Samoa 19
  • 7. Bangladesh 14
  • 8. Fiji 12
  • 9. Zimbabwe 12
  • 10. Germany 11
  • 11. Sri Lanka 11
  • 12. Taiwan 10
  • 13. South Korea 9
  • 14. Pakistan 9
  • 15. Scotland 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,550
Australian 1,546
Scottish 388
Irish 347
German 284
Indian 224
Australian Aboriginal 183
Filipino 125
Italian 80
Samoan 78

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,343
Both parents born in Australia
1,204
Both parents born overseas
487
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
43.0%
Christianity
42.0%
Hinduism
2.7%
Sikhism
1.8%
Islam
1.7%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
441 (10.3%)
5-14 years
583 (13.6%)
15-19 years
207 (4.8%)
20-24 years
410 (9.6%)
25-34 years
1,044 (24.3%)
35-44 years
646 (15.1%)
45-54 years
387 (9.0%)
55-64 years
332 (7.7%)
65-74 years
160 (3.7%)
75-84 years
61 (1.4%)
85+ years
5 (0.1%)

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