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Booval

QLD 4304 • Greater Brisbane

2,723
Population (2021)
$51,688
Median Household Income
1.70 km²
Area
$265/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanAffordableCommuter BeltEstablishedFamily-Friendly

About Booval

Booval is an established residential suburb in the City of Ipswich, situated approximately 40 kilometres west of the Brisbane CBD. With a population of 2,723, the suburb has a median age of 43 and a median household income of around 94 per week, reflecting its working-class and lower-middle-income demographic. Predominantly English, Australian, and Irish in ancestry, Booval also has a notable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population of around 6 per cent, and a smaller but present Pacific Islander community.

Booval is served by Booval Train Station on the Ipswich Line, offering direct rail services to Brisbane City and is walkable to the Booval Fair Shopping Centre — anchored by Woolworths — located at the corner of Brisbane Road and Station Road. The suburb sits within easy reach of Ipswich CBD's civic, medical, and retail services, including Ipswich Hospital and the Queens Park precinct. Booval appeals to first-home buyers, renters, and families drawn by its affordability, rail connectivity, and established neighbourhood feel in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regional cities.

Booval falls under postcode 4304 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ipswich electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4304
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA / Council
Ipswich
Federal Electorate
Blair
State Electorate
Ipswich
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.61°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.70 km²
Elevation
39m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$265
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
14.6%

162 state housing + 19 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Booval Station
0.8 km
10 min
Ipswich Station
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Translink Routes 534, 535 — Ipswich CBD / Springfield Central 10–20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
Approx. 60–75 min to Brisbane Central via Ipswich Line from Booval Station
By Car (Peak)
45–65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35–45 min

🛣️ Ipswich Motorway (M2) is the main road corridor to Brisbane

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable to Booval Station and Booval Fair shopping centre; most other errands can be managed on foot or by a short bus trip

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Brisbane Road and Station Road Booval 4304 QLD

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Ipswich Local Government Area, which contains Booval. 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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,622
Census 2021
2,723
▲ 3.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,416
Personal Income 2021
$30,940
▲ 17.1% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

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

Personal
$30,940 / yr
$595/wk
Household
$51,688 / yr
$994/wk
Family
$72,072 / yr
$1386/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,092
Born Overseas 382

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 88
  • 2. England 80
  • 3. Philippines 31
  • 4. India 22
  • 5. Scotland 13
  • 6. Germany 11
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 10
  • 8. South Africa 10
  • 9. Thailand 10
  • 10. China 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,082
Australian 956
Irish 342
Scottish 335
German 235
Australian Aboriginal 154
Filipino 40
Italian 37
Chinese 36
Samoan 32

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,646
Both parents born in Australia
468
Both parents born overseas
344
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.6%
No Religion
41.2%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
127 (4.7%)
5-14 years
274 (10.1%)
15-19 years
125 (4.6%)
20-24 years
169 (6.2%)
25-34 years
362 (13.3%)
35-44 years
342 (12.6%)
45-54 years
394 (14.5%)
55-64 years
378 (13.9%)
65-74 years
300 (11.0%)
75-84 years
176 (6.5%)
85+ years
72 (2.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Booval known for? +

Booval is known as a well-connected, affordable residential suburb in Ipswich with its own train station on the Ipswich Line to Brisbane. Booval Fair Shopping Centre, anchored by Woolworths, is a local retail hub serving the surrounding area.

How far is Booval from Brisbane CBD? +

Booval is approximately 40 kilometres west of the Brisbane CBD, around 35–45 minutes by car off-peak via the Ipswich Motorway, or approximately 60–75 minutes by train on the Ipswich Line.

Does Booval have public transport? +

Yes — Booval has its own train station on the Ipswich Line, with regular Translink services to Brisbane City. Local bus routes also connect the suburb to Ipswich CBD and Springfield Central, making it one of the better-connected suburbs in the Ipswich region.

What is the population of Booval? +

According to the 2021 Census, Booval has a population of 2,723 residents. The suburb has a median age of 43 and a relatively modest household income, reflecting its working-class and first-home-buyer demographic within the City of Ipswich.

Is Booval a good place to live? +

Booval offers affordable living with good transport links to Brisbane, proximity to Ipswich's services and employment, and a walkable connection to local shops and the train station. It suits first-home buyers, renters, and families who want rail access without city prices.

What is the postcode for Booval? +

The postcode for Booval, Queensland is 4304.

What is the average income in Booval? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Booval is about $595 per week (around $30,900 per year). The median household income is $994 per week and the median family income is $1,386 per week.

What is the age profile of Booval? +

The median age in Booval is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (394 residents, around 14%). Around 19% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Booval a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Booval 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.

How much is rent in Booval? +

In Booval, the median weekly rent is $265, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,300 (2021 Census).