South Ripley

QLD 4306 • Greater Brisbane

4,069
Population (2021)
$57,408
Median Income
50.30 km²
Area
$390/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyMaster-PlannedAffordable LivingNew Development

About South Ripley

South Ripley is a rapidly growing master-planned community in the Ripley Valley, approximately 45 kilometres southwest of Brisbane within the City of Ipswich. With a population of around 4,000 that is expanding quickly, the suburb is part of one of Southeast Queensland's largest urban development areas, planned to eventually house over 120,000 residents. The landscape transitions from former farmland to modern housing estates with parks, schools, and community facilities being progressively delivered.

The suburb offers brand-new housing at prices well below Brisbane averages, attracting young families and first-home buyers seeking modern homes with space. Residents enjoy new parks, playgrounds, and walking trails through the developing community, with Ripley Town Centre providing local shopping. While amenities are still catching up to population growth, the area benefits from proximity to Springfield's established retail and services. The community has a distinctly young, family-oriented demographic.

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

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4306
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.72°, 152.82°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
50.30 km²
Elevation
64m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Springfield Central
12 km
Drive only

Bus Services

  • 529 — Springfield Central Station 20-25 min
  • 526 — Ipswich City via Redbank Plains 30-35 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
45 km
By Train
1h 10min (bus to Springfield Central + train)
By Bus
1h 30min via transfers
By Car (Peak)
55-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40 min

🛣️ Proposed Ipswich to Springfield rail extension would add a station at Ripley; currently reliant on bus connections to Springfield Central

Walkability Car-Dependent

New pathways within estates but limited connectivity; car essential for most trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,900
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
27 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.6%

8 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
712
Census 2021
4,069
471.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$51,740
Income 2021
$57,408
11.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,062
Born Overseas 865

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 219
  • 2. England 123
  • 3. India 118
  • 4. Philippines 46
  • 5. South Africa 41
  • 6. Pakistan 26
  • 7. Zimbabwe 26
  • 8. Bangladesh 24
  • 9. Fiji 18
  • 10. Scotland 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,561
Australian 1,496
Scottish 324
Irish 320
German 247
Indian 161
Australian Aboriginal 137
Samoan 102
Filipino 93
Maori 89

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,149
Both parents born in Australia
1,170
Both parents born overseas
576
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.5%
Christianity
37.7%
Islam
2.6%
Sikhism
1.6%
Hinduism
1.2%
Buddhism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
511 (12.6%)
5-14 years
762 (18.7%)
15-19 years
191 (4.7%)
20-24 years
303 (7.4%)
25-34 years
1,054 (25.9%)
35-44 years
652 (16.0%)
45-54 years
340 (8.4%)
55-64 years
151 (3.7%)
65-74 years
80 (2.0%)
75-84 years
24 (0.6%)
85+ years
0 (0.0%)

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