Bluewater

QLD 4818 • Rest of QLD

1,085
Population (2021)
$41,964
Median Income
88.60 km²
Area
21m
Elevation

About Bluewater

Bluewater is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Townsville (City) area. With a population of 1,085 and a median income of $41,964, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 88.60 km² at an elevation of 21m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Bluewater is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

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

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4818
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.17°, 146.53°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
88.60 km²
Elevation
21m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,040
Census 2021
1,085
4.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,672
Income 2021
$41,964
17.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 899
Born Overseas 112

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 41
  • 2. New Zealand 19
  • 3. Scotland 11
  • 4. Fiji 5
  • 5. Singapore 5
  • 6. Germany 3
  • 7. Italy 3
  • 8. Netherlands 3
  • 9. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 488
Australian 459
Scottish 117
Irish 93
German 61
Australian Aboriginal 51
Italian 38
Dutch 23
Chinese 17
Russian 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

750
Both parents born in Australia
137
Both parents born overseas
115
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.8%
Christianity
43.0%
Buddhism
0.9%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
77 (7.1%)
5-14 years
174 (16.0%)
15-19 years
55 (5.1%)
20-24 years
27 (2.5%)
25-34 years
140 (12.9%)
35-44 years
145 (13.4%)
45-54 years
146 (13.5%)
55-64 years
137 (12.6%)
65-74 years
124 (11.4%)
75-84 years
48 (4.4%)
85+ years
13 (1.2%)

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