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Rothwell

QLD 4022 • Greater Brisbane

7,538
Population (2021)
$33,644
Median Income
10.34 km²
Area
$380/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableGrowth SuburbYoung Families

About Rothwell

Rothwell is a residential suburb in the Moreton Bay Region of Queensland, located on the Redcliffe Peninsula approximately 28 kilometres north of Brisbane's CBD. Part of the Kippa-Ring corridor, Rothwell is served by its own train station, making it one of the better-connected northern suburbs in the outer metropolitan area. With a population of around 7,500 residents, the suburb has grown steadily as families and first-home buyers seek affordable housing with good transport links.

Rothwell's street network is dotted with parks — covering roughly 17% of the suburb's total area — giving families plenty of green space for outdoor activities. The suburb is close to the Redcliffe Peninsula's beaches and the Westfield North Lakes shopping centre is just a short drive away. The community has a friendly, family-oriented feel, with a mix of established residents and newer arrivals drawn by the rail connection and relative affordability compared to inner Brisbane.

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

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4022
Urban Area
Redcliffe
LGA / Council
Moreton Bay
Federal Electorate
Petrie
State Electorate
Murrumba
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.21°, 153.06°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
10.34 km²
Elevation
17m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rothwell Station
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • 698 — Kippa-Ring Station 10 min
  • 699 — Redcliffe via Scarborough 20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
28 km
By Train
~55 min to Central Station via Kippa-Ring Line
By Car (Peak)
45-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ Rothwell Station is on the Kippa-Ring Line with regular services to Brisbane Central

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable near the train station and local shops; car useful for larger errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    763 Deception Bay Road Rothwell 4022 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,676
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.9%

177 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 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

🧬 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%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rothwell have a train station? +

Yes, Rothwell Station is located in the suburb and is served by the Kippa-Ring Line, with trains running to Brisbane Central Station in approximately 55 minutes.

What is Rothwell QLD known for? +

Rothwell is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, affordable housing, and convenient train access to Brisbane. The suburb has extensive parkland and is close to the Redcliffe Peninsula beaches.

What LGA is Rothwell in? +

Rothwell is in the Moreton Bay Region, one of the fastest-growing local government areas in Queensland.

Is Rothwell a good suburb to live in? +

Rothwell is popular with families and first-home buyers due to its affordable prices, good public transport, and proximity to both Brisbane and the Redcliffe Peninsula coastline.