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Basin Pocket

QLD 4305 • Queensland

931
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
SuburbanRiversideAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Basin Pocket

Basin Pocket is a compact residential suburb in the City of Ipswich, Queensland, situated approximately 3.5 kilometres north-north-east of the Ipswich CBD and around 40 kilometres south-west of Brisbane. Covering just 0.64 square kilometres, the suburb has a 2021 population of 931 and borders the Bremer River along its eastern edge. With a median taxable income of around $58,316 Basin Pocket reflects the working-class, family-oriented character of the wider Ipswich area.

Basin Pocket is flanked by the Bremer River, which provides a natural parkland buffer and recreational space for residents, including walking and cycling along the riverbank. The suburb sits close to North Ipswich for everyday retail and services, and is well-positioned for access to Ipswich's broader transport network and the Ipswich Motorway connecting to Brisbane. Affordable housing relative to the South East Queensland average makes Basin Pocket attractive to first-home buyers and young families, while schools and community facilities in surrounding suburbs such as North Ipswich and East Ipswich serve the local population.

Basin Pocket falls under postcode 4305 and is governed by the Ipswich Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4305
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Ipswich
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.64 km²
Population Density
1,451 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4305

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4305, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,214
Median 2023–24
$58,316
▲ 21.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,419

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4305; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

North Ipswich Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Translink Route 534, 535 — Ipswich CBD / Brisbane Roma Street 10 min to Ipswich CBD; ~55-65 min to Brisbane

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
~55-65 min from North Ipswich Station to Brisbane Roma Street via Ipswich Line
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Close to Ipswich Motorway (M2); North Ipswich Station provides regular South East Queensland rail services

Walkability Car-Dependent

Basin Pocket is a quiet residential suburb with footpaths but limited local retail; North Ipswich provides the nearest shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
931
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Ipswich Local Government Area, which contains Basin Pocket. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
551 / 100k
2yr Down 24.0% 10yr Down 29.4%
Motor vehicle theft
319 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 37.0%
Non-FV assault
1,352.2 / 100k
2yr Down 11.5% 10yr Up 194.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
23.1 / 100k
2yr Down 13.6% 10yr Up 12.5%
Steal from vehicle
632 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Ipswich →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Basin Pocket known for? +

Basin Pocket is a quiet riverside residential suburb on the edge of Ipswich, known for its position alongside the Bremer River and its affordable, family-friendly character within the rapidly growing South East Queensland region.

How far is Basin Pocket from Brisbane? +

Basin Pocket is approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Brisbane's CBD, a drive of around 35–45 minutes off-peak via the Ipswich Motorway, or 55–65 minutes by train from nearby North Ipswich Station.

Does Basin Pocket have public transport? +

Basin Pocket is served by Translink bus routes and is within walking distance of North Ipswich Railway Station (approximately 1.5 km away) on the Ipswich Line, offering regular services to Ipswich CBD and Brisbane Roma Street.

What is the population of Basin Pocket? +

Basin Pocket had a population of 931 people at the 2021 Census, making it a small but established residential suburb in the City of Ipswich.

Is Basin Pocket a good place to live? +

Basin Pocket offers affordable suburban living with convenient access to Ipswich's services and a reasonable commute to Brisbane. It suits families and first-home buyers looking for a quiet riverbank setting at a lower price point than Brisbane's inner suburbs.

What is the postcode for Basin Pocket? +

Basin Pocket's postcode is 4305, shared with several surrounding Ipswich suburbs including North Ipswich, East Ipswich, and Woodend.

Is Basin Pocket a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Basin Pocket is part of the Ipswich LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.