Rosewood

QLD 4340 • Greater Brisbane

3,263
Population (2021)
$33,072
Median Income
31.39 km²
Area
47m
Elevation
Country TownHistoricAffordableTrain AccessRural Lifestyle

About Rosewood

Rosewood is a historic rural town in the City of Ipswich, nestled in the picturesque Bremer Valley 61 kilometres southwest of Brisbane and 20 kilometres west of Ipswich CBD. With a population of around 3,300, this country town has maintained its charming character while offering easy rail access to the city. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills including Perrys Knob at 292 metres.

Rosewood offers a relaxed country lifestyle with a genuine small-town community feel. The main street retains heritage character with local shops, cafes and essential services. Families appreciate the affordable housing, slower pace of life, and strong community spirit. The town hosts annual events and markets that bring residents together. Rosewood State School provides local primary education.

Rosewood falls under postcode 4340 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ipswich West electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4340
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.64°, 152.60°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
31.39 km²
Elevation
47m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rosewood
0.5 km
5-10 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
61 km
By Train
70-80 min (Rosewood to Central via Ipswich)
By Car (Peak)
55-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Rosewood Station is the terminus of the Ipswich/Rosewood Line. 18 min to Ipswich by train.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town centre amenities within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,349
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,834
Census 2021
3,263
15.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,728
Income 2021
$33,072
23.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,725
Born Overseas 276

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 90
  • 2. New Zealand 70
  • 3. Scotland 18
  • 4. South Africa 13
  • 5. Germany 9
  • 6. Malaysia 9
  • 7. India 6
  • 8. Netherlands 6
  • 9. Philippines 6
  • 10. Bangladesh 5
  • 11. Ireland 5
  • 12. Papua New Guinea 4
  • 13. Canada 3
  • 14. Chile 3
  • 15. Thailand 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,380
English 1,347
Scottish 397
Irish 329
German 288
Australian Aboriginal 188
Dutch 44
Italian 43
New Zealander 40
Maori 29

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,237
Both parents born in Australia
332
Both parents born overseas
345
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.1%
No Religion
42.5%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
198 (6.1%)
5-14 years
460 (14.1%)
15-19 years
204 (6.3%)
20-24 years
220 (6.7%)
25-34 years
373 (11.4%)
35-44 years
351 (10.8%)
45-54 years
366 (11.2%)
55-64 years
428 (13.1%)
65-74 years
365 (11.2%)
75-84 years
219 (6.7%)
85+ years
96 (2.9%)

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