West Gladstone
QLD 4680 • Rest of QLD
About West Gladstone
West Gladstone is a residential suburb in the Gladstone Regional Council area of Central Queensland, located approximately 5 kilometres northwest of Gladstone's city centre. Home to 4,844 residents, this established suburban community serves as a key residential hub for the broader Gladstone region, which is renowned for its port facilities and industrial sectors including alumina refining and LNG processing. The suburb offers affordable family housing and serves workers in the region's thriving resources and maritime industries.
West Gladstone provides a relaxed regional lifestyle with easy access to both industrial employment opportunities and natural attractions including nearby beaches, fishing spots, and camping areas. The community benefits from good regional connectivity via the North Coast railway line and highway access, plus local amenities including schools, shopping centres, and recreational facilities. The suburb attracts working families, particularly those employed in mining, manufacturing, and port operations, who appreciate the affordable housing, strong employment prospects, and access to outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, and camping in the surrounding region.
West Gladstone falls under postcode 4680 and is governed by Gladstone Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gladstone electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- CDC 500, 501 — Gladstone CBD, Railway Station 15-25 minutes
- CDC local routes — Shopping centres, schools 10-20 minutes
- Regional services — Tannum Sands, Boyne Island 25-35 minutes
Commute to Gladstone
🛣️ Regional centre with limited public transport - car recommended
Some local amenities walkable but car needed for most activities
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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17 O'Connor Road
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151 Malpas Street
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Gladstone Road
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55 Don Cameron Drive
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Stirrat Street
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11 Paterson Street
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Harvey Road
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1315 Dawson Highway
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74 Auckland Street
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153 Toolooa Street
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Dawson Highway
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Boles Street
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43a Hibiscus Avenue
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Corner Degalgil and Ubobo Streets
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Cnr Park and Rosella Streets
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Francis Way
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J Hickey Avenue
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181 Goondoon Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. New Zealand 140
- 2. England 99
- 3. Philippines 99
- 4. India 52
- 5. Germany 28
- 6. South Africa 25
- 7. China 22
- 8. Egypt 21
- 9. Scotland 18
- 10. Sri Lanka 17
- 11. Netherlands 13
- 12. Canada 11
- 13. Ireland 11
- 14. Malaysia 11
- 15. Papua New Guinea 11
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)