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Flinders View

QLD 4305 • Greater Brisbane

5,816
Population (2021)
$96,200
Median Household Income
5.39 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbSuburbanCommuter

About Flinders View

Flinders View is a suburb of Ipswich in south-east Queensland, located approximately 5.9 kilometres south of the Ipswich CBD and 41 kilometres south-west of Brisbane. Bisected by the Cunningham Highway, the suburb covers around 5.4 square kilometres and had a population of 5,816 at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by a mix of established residential streets, newer housing developments, and light industrial precincts along its highway frontage.

Residents enjoy convenient access to the Ipswich CBD, schools, and shopping centres including the nearby Yamanto Central. The suburb has a family-friendly atmosphere with local parks, sporting facilities, and easy freeway access towards both Ipswich and Brisbane. The Cunningham Highway makes Flinders View a practical base for commuters and tradespeople who work across the broader Ipswich and South-East Queensland region.

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

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4305
Urban Area
Ipswich
LGA / Council
Ipswich
Federal Electorate
Blair
State Electorate
Ipswich
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.65°, 152.78°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
5.39 km²
Elevation
63m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.1%

40 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ipswich Station
6.5 km
Not walkable – drive or bus
Yamanto (planned)
3 km
N/A – planned future station

Bus Services

  • 534,546 — Ipswich CBD / Yamanto 10–20 min
  • 540 — Raceview / Ipswich Central 15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
41 km
By Train
Bus to Ipswich Station then train ~55 min to Roma St
By Bus
TransLink buses to Ipswich, then rail ~1 hr 15 min total
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 55–70 min via Cunningham Hwy / Ipswich Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 40–50 min

🛣️ Cunningham Highway and Ipswich Motorway (M2) provide dual route options to Brisbane. Park-and-ride at Ipswich Station.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most daily errands require a car. Limited footpath connections in some estates. Cycling infrastructure is minimal.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Ipswich Local Government Area, which contains Flinders View. 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
5,808
Census 2021
5,816
▲ 0.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$38,116
Personal Income 2021
$43,472
▲ 14.1% 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
$43,472 / yr
$836/wk
Household
$96,200 / yr
$1850/wk
Family
$108,524 / yr
$2087/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,037
Born Overseas 594

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 168
  • 2. New Zealand 134
  • 3. India 31
  • 4. Philippines 27
  • 5. Scotland 22
  • 6. Germany 20
  • 7. Malaysia 17
  • 8. South Africa 12
  • 9. China 11
  • 10. Pakistan 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,584
Australian 2,448
Irish 642
Scottish 636
German 619
Australian Aboriginal 239
Dutch 100
Italian 95
Welsh 70
Chinese 57

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,106
Both parents born in Australia
768
Both parents born overseas
713
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.2%
No Religion
38.6%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
338 (5.8%)
5-14 years
869 (14.9%)
15-19 years
396 (6.8%)
20-24 years
345 (5.9%)
25-34 years
720 (12.4%)
35-44 years
782 (13.4%)
45-54 years
743 (12.8%)
55-64 years
735 (12.6%)
65-74 years
543 (9.3%)
75-84 years
252 (4.3%)
85+ years
101 (1.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Flinders View known for? +

Flinders View is a suburb of Ipswich in south-east Queensland, located approximately 5.9 kilometres south of the Ipswich CBD and 41 kilometres south-west of Brisbane. Bisected by the Cunningham Highway, the suburb covers around 5.4 square kilometres and had a population of 5,816 at the 2021 Census.

How far is Flinders View from Brisbane CBD? +

Flinders View is approximately 41 km from Brisbane CBD. By car, the journey takes around Approx. 40–50 min off-peak and Approx. 55–70 min via Cunningham Hwy / Ipswich Motorway during peak hours.

Does Flinders View have public transport? +

Flinders View is served by Ipswich Station (6.5 km away) on the Ipswich/Rosewood Line to Brisbane. Bus services also connect to Ipswich CBD / Yamanto. The commute to Brisbane CBD takes approximately Approx. 40–50 min by car.

What is the population of Flinders View? +

According to the 2021 Census, Flinders View has a population of approximately 5,816 residents. It is a well-established suburb within the Ipswich (City).

Is Flinders View a good place to live? +

Flinders View offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with access to local amenities and services. It suits a range of residents from families to retirees, depending on personal preferences for pace of life and proximity to urban centres.

What is the postcode for Flinders View? +

The postcode for Flinders View, QLD is 4305.

What is the average income in Flinders View? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Flinders View is about $836 per week (around $43,500 per year). The median household income is $1,850 per week and the median family income is $2,087 per week.

What is the age profile of Flinders View? +

The median age in Flinders View is 38. The largest age group is 5–14 (869 residents, around 15%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Flinders View a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Flinders View 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 Flinders View? +

In Flinders View, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).