Seventeen Mile Rocks
QLD 4073 • Greater Brisbane
About Seventeen Mile Rocks
Seventeen Mile Rocks is a well-established residential suburb in Brisbane's western corridor, situated approximately 14 kilometres south-west of the Brisbane CBD within the Brisbane City Council local government area. The suburb takes its name from its historical distance of seventeen miles from Brisbane's colonial settlement. With a population of around 2,700 residents and a median age of 38, it attracts a mix of young families and working-age professionals. Median household income of approximately $2,617 per week reflects a comfortable, middle-to-upper income demographic typical of Brisbane's western suburbs.
Seventeen Mile Rocks offers a predominantly suburban residential lifestyle with easy access to major arterial routes including the Ipswich Motorway and Centenary Highway, making it convenient for commuters heading into the city. The suburb is served by TransLink bus services, with Darra train station on the Ipswich/Rosewood line approximately 2 kilometres away. Nearby commercial precincts at Jindalee and the Centenary Suburbs provide shopping, dining, and services for local residents. The Brisbane River forms a natural northern boundary, and a network of parks and green spaces contribute to a pleasant, family-oriented community atmosphere.
Seventeen Mile Rocks falls under postcode 4073 and is governed by the Brisbane Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Oxley, while state elections fall under the Mount Ommaney electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 4073
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4073, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4073; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Census personal income 2016 vs 2021
Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)
2021 Census income breakdown
Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.
Housing 2021 Census
13 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 95, 96 — Brisbane City (Roma Street) 35-45 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Easy access to Ipswich Motorway and Centenary Highway for city and western corridor commuters
Most errands require a car, though local parks and nearby Jindalee retail are accessible by foot for some residents
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Brisbane Local Government Area, which contains Seventeen Mile Rocks. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 113
- 2. New Zealand 96
- 3. India 43
- 4. South Africa 43
- 5. China 34
- 6. Iran 33
- 7. Vietnam 32
- 8. Malaysia 29
- 9. Sri Lanka 29
- 10. Scotland 16
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)