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Thagoona

QLD 4306 • Greater Brisbane

1,077
Population (2021)
$108,732
Median Household Income
13.19 km²
Area
$385/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordableCommuter Belt

About Thagoona

Thagoona is a semi-rural locality on the western fringe of the Ipswich urban area, situated approximately 15.6 kilometres west of Ipswich CBD and 54.6 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD within the City of Ipswich local government area. With a population of around 1,077 spread across 13.2 square kilometres of mixed rural and residential land — partially bounded by the Bremer River — Thagoona has a spacious, semi-rural character that sets it apart from Ipswich's denser suburbs. The relatively high median household income of around $2,091 per week and a median age of 43 point to a community of established families and working professionals who value lifestyle and space.

Thagoona's appeal lies in its combination of rural tranquillity and practical urban access — large blocks, open landscapes, and the nearby Bremer River corridor offer a genuine sense of space, while the small town of Rosewood (approximately 5 kilometres to the west) provides everyday shops, schools, and the Rosewood train station on the Ipswich Line with connections to Brisbane CBD in around 75 minutes. The Warrego Highway is also within easy reach, making car-based commuting to Ipswich and Brisbane practical. With cattle grazing and lifestyle properties alongside newer residential pockets, Thagoona attracts families and acreage-seekers who want the quiet of the country without losing touch with the south-east Queensland growth corridor.

Thagoona falls under postcode 4306 and is governed by Ipswich Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ipswich West electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4306
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Ipswich
Federal Electorate
Blair
State Electorate
Ipswich West
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 152.63°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
13.19 km²
Elevation
49m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$385
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,668
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
43 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rosewood
5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Translink local services — Ipswich / Rosewood 15-25 min to Ipswich

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
~75 min to Brisbane Roma Street via Ipswich Line from Rosewood station (~5km)
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-60 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway provides good car access to Ipswich and Brisbane; Rosewood station (5km) offers practical rail access for commuters

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Thagoona is a rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require a car, with Rosewood and Ipswich being the nearest centres

🛒 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 Thagoona. 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
1,025
Census 2021
1,077
▲ 5.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$33,332
Personal Income 2021
$39,364
▲ 18.1% 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
$39,364 / yr
$757/wk
Household
$108,732 / yr
$2091/wk
Family
$107,328 / yr
$2064/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 935
Born Overseas 104

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 38
  • 2. New Zealand 29
  • 3. United States 8
  • 4. Philippines 4
  • 5. Scotland 4
  • 6. Vietnam 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 534
English 450
German 113
Scottish 105
Irish 81
Australian Aboriginal 47
Italian 20
Dutch 15
Maori 15
Polish 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

786
Both parents born in Australia
119
Both parents born overseas
124
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.2%
No Religion
45.0%
Islam
0.5%
Buddhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
46 (4.3%)
5-14 years
147 (13.6%)
15-19 years
78 (7.2%)
20-24 years
62 (5.8%)
25-34 years
99 (9.2%)
35-44 years
133 (12.3%)
45-54 years
187 (17.4%)
55-64 years
157 (14.6%)
65-74 years
111 (10.3%)
75-84 years
52 (4.8%)
85+ years
9 (0.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thagoona known for? +

Thagoona is known as a quiet, semi-rural locality offering large blocks and lifestyle properties on Ipswich's western fringe, appealing to families and acreage-seekers who want space and rural character within commuting reach of Ipswich and Brisbane in south-east Queensland.

How far is Thagoona from Brisbane CBD? +

Thagoona is approximately 54.6 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD, making it around a 50 to 80 minute drive depending on traffic. The Warrego Highway and Ipswich Motorway provide the main car routes to Brisbane.

Does Thagoona have public transport? +

Thagoona itself has no public transport services, but the nearby town of Rosewood (approximately 5 kilometres to the west) has a train station on the Ipswich Line, offering rail connections to Brisbane CBD in approximately 75 minutes. A car is needed to access Rosewood station.

What is the population of Thagoona? +

According to the 2021 Census, Thagoona has a population of approximately 1,077 people, with a density of around 81 persons per square kilometre — reflecting its semi-rural character of residential acreages and lifestyle properties.

Is Thagoona a good place to live? +

Thagoona suits families and lifestyle-seekers who want space, rural scenery, and a slower pace without straying far from the Ipswich and Brisbane growth corridor. The relatively high household incomes and median age suggest an established community, though the absence of local amenities means a car is essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Thagoona? +

The postcode for Thagoona is 4306, which it shares with a number of localities in the City of Ipswich and surrounding areas of south-east Queensland, including Rosewood and Walloon.

What is the average income in Thagoona? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Thagoona is about $757 per week (around $39,400 per year). The median household income is $2,091 per week and the median family income is $2,064 per week.

What is the age profile of Thagoona? +

The median age in Thagoona is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (187 residents, around 17%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Thagoona a safe area? +

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

In Thagoona, the median weekly rent is $385, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,668 (2021 Census).