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Shaw

QLD 4818 • Queensland

760
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
7.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Growth SuburbAffordableFamily-FriendlyRural

About Shaw

Shaw is a suburban locality in the western corridor of Townsville, Queensland's largest regional city in North Queensland. With a population of approximately 760 residents and an area of around 7.4 square kilometres, Shaw sits to the south-west of the Townsville city centre and forms part of the expanding outer residential belt of the Mount Louisa and Bohle Plains area. The suburb is characterised by a mix of low-density housing and light industrial land uses on the city's growing fringe.

Shaw residents benefit from proximity to Townsville's city-wide amenities including the Willows Shopping Centre and the large network of services along the Flinders Highway corridor. The suburb has a relatively young demographic profile and offers affordable housing options compared to more established Townsville suburbs. Outdoor lifestyle options nearby include access to the Paluma Range National Park and the water sports and fishing opportunities offered by Cleveland Bay and the Strand, both within a short drive.

Shaw falls under postcode 4818 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Townsville electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4818
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Townsville
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.24°, 146.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.40 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Townsville Bus Network local routes — Townsville City (Flinders Street) ~25 min

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest train connection is Townsville Station for long-distance services
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Vehicle strongly recommended; Flinders Highway provides the main arterial link to the CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Suburban fringe location; footpaths available in residential areas but vehicle needed for most daily activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
760
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Shaw QLD located? +

Shaw is a suburb in the western corridor of Townsville, North Queensland, situated approximately 12 kilometres from the Townsville CBD.

What is the population of Shaw QLD? +

Shaw had a population of approximately 760 residents according to the 2021 Census.

What amenities are near Shaw QLD? +

Shaw residents have access to the Willows Shopping Centre and various services along the Flinders Highway corridor, with Townsville's full range of hospitals, schools, and recreational amenities within a short drive.