East Ipswich

QLD 4305 • Greater Brisbane

2,321
Population (2021)
$38,220
Median Income
1.67 km²
Area
21m
Elevation

About East Ipswich

East Ipswich is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Ipswich (City) area. With a population of 2,321 and a median income of $38,220, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.67 km² at an elevation of 21m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Brisbane.

Part of Greater Brisbane, the suburb enjoys a subtropical climate and relaxed Queensland lifestyle. Residents have access to local amenities, parks, and good transport connections to the CBD. East Ipswich offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

East Ipswich falls under postcode 4305 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ipswich electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4305
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.61°, 152.78°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.67 km²
Elevation
21m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,410
Census 2021
2,321
3.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,876
Income 2021
$38,220
19.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,891
Born Overseas 287

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 75
  • 2. England 68
  • 3. Philippines 22
  • 4. Scotland 12
  • 5. Samoa 10
  • 6. Netherlands 9
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 9
  • 8. South Africa 9
  • 9. India 8
  • 10. Vietnam 8
  • 11. China 7
  • 12. Fiji 4
  • 13. Thailand 4
  • 14. Croatia 3
  • 15. Germany 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,028
Australian 854
Irish 306
Scottish 280
German 218
Australian Aboriginal 118
Dutch 47
Italian 45
Chinese 27
Filipino 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,520
Both parents born in Australia
354
Both parents born overseas
294
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.4%
Christianity
44.2%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
116 (5.0%)
5-14 years
306 (13.2%)
15-19 years
141 (6.1%)
20-24 years
137 (5.9%)
25-34 years
272 (11.7%)
35-44 years
320 (13.8%)
45-54 years
316 (13.6%)
55-64 years
323 (13.9%)
65-74 years
233 (10.0%)
75-84 years
116 (5.0%)
85+ years
46 (2.0%)

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