Rothwell

QLD 4022 • Greater Brisbane

7,538
Population (2021)
$33,644
Median Income
10.34 km²
Area
17m
Elevation

About Rothwell

Rothwell is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Moreton Bay (Regional Council) area. With a population of 7,538 and a median income of $33,644, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 10.34 km² at an elevation of 17m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Brisbane.

Part of Greater Brisbane, the suburb enjoys a subtropical climate and relaxed Queensland lifestyle. Residents have access to local amenities, parks, and good transport connections to the CBD. Rothwell offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Rothwell falls under postcode 4022 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murrumba electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4022
Urban Area
Redcliffe
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.21°, 153.06°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
10.34 km²
Elevation
17m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    763 Deception Bay Road Rothwell 4022 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,676
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,165
Census 2021
7,538
5.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,924
Income 2021
$33,644
20.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,586
Born Overseas 1,664

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 456
  • 2. England 391
  • 3. Philippines 118
  • 4. India 66
  • 5. South Africa 61
  • 6. Scotland 50
  • 7. Samoa 44
  • 8. Fiji 35
  • 9. Germany 29
  • 10. Zimbabwe 26
  • 11. Netherlands 25
  • 12. United States 22
  • 13. China 20
  • 14. Ireland 19
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,202
Australian 2,737
Scottish 830
Irish 768
German 433
Australian Aboriginal 313
Samoan 172
Maori 167
Filipino 151
Dutch 126

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,076
Both parents born in Australia
2,019
Both parents born overseas
943
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.4%
No Religion
37.9%
Hinduism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
382 (5.1%)
5-14 years
1,019 (13.5%)
15-19 years
483 (6.4%)
20-24 years
423 (5.6%)
25-34 years
805 (10.7%)
35-44 years
775 (10.3%)
45-54 years
874 (11.6%)
55-64 years
776 (10.3%)
65-74 years
813 (10.8%)
75-84 years
790 (10.5%)
85+ years
394 (5.2%)

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