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Bluewater Park

QLD 4818 • Rest of QLD

1,066
Population (2021)
$112,164
Median Household Income
103.96 km²
Area
$390/wk
Median Rent
RuralCoastalFamily-FriendlyAffordable
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About Bluewater Park

Bluewater Park is a semi-rural coastal suburb located approximately 30 kilometres north of the Townsville CBD, within the City of Townsville LGA in North Queensland. Spread across a large area of over 100 square kilometres, the suburb has a population of around 1,066 residents and offers a lifestyle that blends coastal and rural living. It sits along the coastal strip between Townsville and Ingham, characterised by acreage properties, bushland, and proximity to the Coral Sea coastline.

Residents of Bluewater Park enjoy a relaxed, semi-rural lifestyle with access to beaches, bushland, and a strong sense of community. The area is popular with families and retirees seeking larger blocks and a quieter pace of life than central Townsville while remaining within a reasonable commute of the city's amenities. Nearby Bluewater State School and Northern Beaches State High School serve local families, and the proximity to Hinchinbrook-area scenic drives and coastal access points adds to its appeal.

Bluewater Park falls under postcode 4818 and is governed by the Townsville Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Herbert, while state elections fall under the Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4818
Urban Area
Townsville - Northern Beaches
LGA / Council
Townsville
Federal Electorate
Herbert
State Electorate
Hinchinbrook
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.22°, 146.51°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
103.96 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
43m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4818

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4818, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$57,479
Median 2023–24
$69,270
▲ 20.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,585

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4818; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

Census personal income 2016 vs 2021

Personal Income 2016
$37,544
Personal Income 2021
$48,412
▲ 28.9% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$48,412 / yr
$931/wk
Household
$112,164 / yr
$2157/wk
Family
$115,128 / yr
$2214/wk
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
37 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
No local rail service; nearest major rail is Townsville station (30km south)
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Car essential; Bruce Highway provides the main route to Townsville CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very low density semi-rural area; no footpaths or public transport; all travel by car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
992
Census 2021
1,066
▲ 7.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
2,390.7 / 100k
2yr Down 40.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
639.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.0% 10yr Up 17.0%
Non-FV assault
2,598.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 250.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
32.7 / 100k
2yr Down 35.4% 10yr Up 52.8%
Steal from vehicle
724.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Townsville →

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 896
Born Overseas 122

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 37
  • 2. New Zealand 22
  • 3. Germany 7
  • 4. Scotland 7
  • 5. United States 7
  • 6. Cambodia 6
  • 7. Taiwan 5
  • 8. Indonesia 3
  • 9. South Africa 3
  • 10. Zimbabwe 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 458
Australian 442
Scottish 117
Irish 115
German 65
Australian Aboriginal 57
Italian 51
Chinese 13
Dutch 11
Maori 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace

749
Both parents born in Australia
159
Both parents born overseas
105
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.7%
Christianity
44.7%
Buddhism
0.3%

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📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
79 (7.4%)
5-14 years
194 (18.2%)
15-19 years
63 (5.9%)
20-24 years
40 (3.8%)
25-34 years
100 (9.4%)
35-44 years
189 (17.7%)
45-54 years
165 (15.5%)
55-64 years
136 (12.8%)
65-74 years
84 (7.9%)
75-84 years
18 (1.7%)
85+ years
4 (0.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bluewater Park QLD? +

Bluewater Park is a coastal semi-rural suburb approximately 30 kilometres north of Townsville CBD in the City of Townsville LGA, North Queensland.

What is the population of Bluewater Park QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bluewater Park has a population of approximately 1,066 residents.

What schools are near Bluewater Park QLD? +

Nearby schools include Bluewater State School, Northern Beaches State High School in Deeragun, and St Anthony's Catholic College in Deeragun.

What is the lifestyle like in Bluewater Park? +

Bluewater Park offers a relaxed semi-rural coastal lifestyle with acreage properties, bush surroundings, and coastal access, popular with families and retirees seeking a quieter alternative to central Townsville.

What is the average income in Bluewater Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Bluewater Park is about $931 per week (around $48,400 per year). The median household income is $2,157 per week and the median family income is $2,214 per week.

What is the age profile of Bluewater Park? +

The median age in Bluewater Park is 37. The largest age group is 5–14 (194 residents, around 18%). Around 32% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Bluewater Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bluewater Park is part of the Townsville 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.

What is the population of Bluewater Park? +

Bluewater Park had a population of 1,066 at the 2021 Census, up 7.5% from 992 in 2016.

How much is rent in Bluewater Park? +

In Bluewater Park, the median weekly rent is $390, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).