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Silverdale

QLD 4307 • Queensland

112
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
38.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Silverdale

Silverdale is a quiet rural locality in the Scenic Rim Region of South East Queensland, situated approximately 81 kilometres south-west of Brisbane and 42 kilometres south-south-west of Ipswich. Covering around 38.8 square kilometres of rolling pastoral land and bushland in the Scenic Rim foothills, the locality falls within the Scenic Rim local government area near the towns of Boonah and Kalbar. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 112 residents, reflecting its sparsely settled rural character typical of this appealing inland Queensland region.

Silverdale offers a tranquil rural lifestyle on the eastern edge of Queensland's Scenic Rim, with the area's picturesque hills and farming landscapes attracting those seeking space and natural surroundings within a reasonable distance of South East Queensland's urban centres. The township of Boonah, approximately 18 kilometres to the south-east, provides essential services including a primary school, supermarket, and medical facilities. Ipswich — with its rail connections to Brisbane, hospitals, and major retail — is accessible roughly 42 kilometres north. The Scenic Rim's network of national parks, walking trails, and agri-tourism venues make the broader region popular with nature lovers and weekend visitors.

Silverdale falls under postcode 4307 and is governed by the Scenic Rim Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4307
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Scenic Rim
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.85°, 152.59°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
38.83 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4307

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4307 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$54,071
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,758

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4307; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited Translink regional services — Boonah / Ipswich Approximately 35 min to Boonah; 70–80 min to Ipswich

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
81 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Ipswich (~42 km) then Queensland Rail to Brisbane (~50 min)
By Car (Peak)
Approximately 1 hr 20 min–1 hr 45 min via Cunningham Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approximately 1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Rural Scenic Rim locality; Boonah and Kalbar are the nearest local towns; Ipswich is the nearest major centre with rail

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Silverdale is a rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Boonah, Kalbar, or Ipswich

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
112
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Scenic Rim Local Government Area, which contains Silverdale. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
320.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.0% 10yr Down 48.3%
Motor vehicle theft
179.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 31.2%
Non-FV assault
523 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 168.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.4 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.5 / 100k
2yr Up 29.5% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Scenic Rim →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silverdale QLD known for? +

Silverdale is a quiet rural locality within the Scenic Rim, known for its open pastoral landscapes and bushland setting in the foothills of South East Queensland's ranges.

How far is Silverdale QLD from Brisbane? +

Silverdale is approximately 81 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD, roughly a 1 hour 10 minute to 1 hour 45 minute drive via the Cunningham Highway.

Does Silverdale QLD have public transport? +

Public transport options are very limited; some Translink regional bus services connect the area to Boonah and Ipswich. The nearest train station is Rosewood, approximately 45 kilometres north.

What is the population of Silverdale QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Silverdale (QLD) has a population of 112 people across approximately 38.8 square kilometres, making it a sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Silverdale QLD a good place to live? +

Silverdale suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the Scenic Rim, with Boonah providing local services nearby and Ipswich accessible for broader needs. A private vehicle is essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Silverdale QLD? +

Silverdale (QLD) has the postcode 4307, which covers Boonah and several surrounding localities in the Scenic Rim Region.

Is Silverdale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Silverdale is part of the Scenic Rim 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.

What is the population of Silverdale? +

Silverdale had a population of 112 at the 2021 Census.