Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, which can materially differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when sharing the same name.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
2021 Census | -- people
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) has an estimated 1,581 residents, up from 1,498 at the 2021 Census — a change of 83 people, or 5.5%. Overseas migration accounts for 63.0% of that increase. That puts 2,196 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
Detail
According to the latest demographic evaluations by AreaSearch, which incorporate ABS regional statistics and verified address databases updated post-Census, the suburb of Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) has an estimated occupancy of 1,581 residents as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 83 individuals (5.5%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 1,498 residents. This updated figure is derived by AreaSearch from the ABS June 2025 release of estimated resident population statistics alongside post-Census address verification. Based on this population, the locality features a density of 2,195 persons per square kilometer, a ratio exceeding the typical benchmark across locations analyzed nationwide by AreaSearch.
This recent demographic growth was largely supported by incoming international migration, which accounted for approximately 63.0% of the overall population rise. Projections utilize ABS and Geoscience Australia data published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the base year, supplemented by Queensland Government local statistics from 2023 based on 2021 records for any areas without coverage or for periods beyond 2032. Because the state-level figures do not segment by age bracket, growth distribution across age cohorts is calculated using weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region forecasts based on 2022 parameters. Looking forward, the suburb of Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) is set to experience population gains that outpace the national median, with local projections indicating an increase of 280 residents by 2041, representing a total growth of 17.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
Detail
Building approvals data from the ABS, mapped to the local area by AreaSearch, reveals that property development has been virtually non-existent lately, with an estimated 3 dwellings approved during the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and none registered during FY-26. Historically, an average of 3.3 new residents have relocated to the area for every completed home over the past 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), indicating that supply is falling short of local demand, which typically intensifies buyer rivalry and drives up prices, while the newly constructed dwellings average a value of $485,000, indicating that developers are focusing on higher-end builds.
Residential construction in the local neighborhood is significantly lower than that observed across Greater Brisbane. This restricted level of building generally supports valuations and demand for existing houses, even though construction activity has experienced a recent uptick. Furthermore, development remains below national averages, reflecting the established nature of the area and pointing to potential zoning constraints.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Newtown (Ipswich - Qld)
Loading development applications…
| Lodged | Address | Description | Type | Distance | Status |
|---|
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 31 current infrastructure and development projects close to Newtown (Ipswich - Qld), worth an estimated $63.9 billion. 12 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
Detail
Local infrastructure projects and planning changes are major drivers of area performance. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence the local area. Key projects of relevance include the Emerald Hill Estate Brassall, Ipswich Hospital Expansion Stage 2, Ipswich Better Bus Network, and Ipswich Smart City Program.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Ipswich Hospital Expansion Stage 2
A major expansion delivering 200 new beds and a multi-storey acute clinical services building. Key features include a new Emergency Department, six operating theatres, a satellite medical imaging service, and a Central Sterilisation Service Department. Internal fit-outs began on lower levels in late 2025, with major structural work continuing into 2026 to support the fast-growing West Moreton population.
Ipswich Better Bus Network
A three-stage bus network improvement program for Ipswich funded by a $70 million state investment. Stage 1 commenced in November 2025, introducing four new routes (501, 520, 522, 523) and upgrades to existing services, benefiting over 42,300 residents. Stage 2 (late 2026) and Stage 3 (2027) are in planning to extend services to Yamanto, Ripley, and Karalee.
Scenic Views Estate Brassall
Residential development project in Brassall featuring family homes with scenic views. Development includes infrastructure for roads, utilities, and landscaping to support new housing in growing Springfield-Ipswich corridor. Situated just 6km northwest of the Ipswich CBD, enjoying wonderful district views of the surrounding bushland, with great access to the Warrego Highway and Ipswich rail lines.
North Ipswich Sport and Entertainment Precinct
Stage 1 focuses on the redevelopment of the North Ipswich Reserve, featuring a new contemporary Western Grandstand with a minimum of 2,000 seats, new field lighting, and upgraded player facilities including changerooms and medical rooms. As of May 2026, the project is undergoing community consultation for its formal designation as a Major Sport, Recreation and Entertainment Facility. This first phase is a critical step toward the long-term vision of a 12,000-seat boutique rectangular stadium to support the Brisbane 2032 Olympic legacy.
Ipswich Smart City Program
The Ipswich Smart City Program is a city-wide digital transformation initiative integrated into the iFuture 2021-2026 Corporate Plan. Key 2026 developments include a 2.51 million dollar upgrade to 90 new pay-by-plate smart parking meters with real-time digital enforcement integration. The program continues to expand its IoT sensor network for flood monitoring and environmental data, while Fire Station 101 serves as a central hub for digital innovation and community events like Flood Fest 2026. The initiative aims to enhance liveability through smart lighting, public Wi-Fi, and a centralized city data platform.
Cross Street Kerb and Channel Rehabilitation
Reconstruction of kerb, channel, and road pavement on a section of Cross Street, Raceview. This project is part of Ipswich City Council's 2025-2026 Capital Works Program focused on rehabilitating aging infrastructure in established suburbs. The work includes full pavement reconstruction to improve drainage, road condition, and safety for road users and pedestrians.
Brassall Bikeway Stage 6 Extension
Stage 6 delivers the final missing link of the Brassall Bikeway, connecting the existing pathway at North Ipswich to the Ipswich CBD across the Bremer River. The scope includes a dedicated lift and ramp infrastructure linking the riverbank bikeway level directly to the Bradfield Bridge. Once completed, it creates a continuous 14km active transport network linking Brassall and Wulkuraka to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and Ipswich central.
Raceview Rise
Boutique residential land release offering 22 generously sized lots ranging from 450 sqm to 800 sqm in a family-friendly cul-de-sac position. Located in an established pocket of Raceview, the development features fully serviced lots with water, sewerage, underground power, and NBN coverage. Positioned just 6km from Ipswich CBD with convenient access to schools, parks, shopping centers, and transport links including arterial roads and rail connections to Brisbane, Toowoomba, and the Gold and Sunshine Coasts.
853 residents of Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 891. Unemployment sits at 4.3%, with participation at 68.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,164, about 74% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
The local workforce is highly skilled with a strong presence in vital service industries, exhibiting an unemployment rate of 4.3% and an estimated annual employment growth rate of 11.4%, according to compiled local data. As of March 2026, there are 853 employed residents, matching the Greater Brisbane unemployment rate of 4.3%, while participation in the workforce is slightly lower than the metropolitan standard of 70.4%, standing at 68.1%. Census records show a moderate 17.1% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.
The major employment industries for local residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. The area is highly specialized in public administration & safety, with an employment share that is 1.8 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 4.1% compared to the metropolitan average of 8.9%. This mainly residential suburb appears to have few local jobs, as shown by the imbalance between the Census working population and resident counts. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader area, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 saw employment expand by 11.4% and the labor force grow by 9.7%, which led to a 1.4 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded a 3.2% increase in employment, a 3.4% rise in the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future local demand can be contextualized using national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25, which cover five and ten-year horizons and have been adjusted to the local occupational mix. While national employment is anticipated to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely across sectors. Applying these industry weightings locally indicates that employment should grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, although this is a simple weighting extrapolation and excludes localized demographic forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) is $1,753 a week (about $91,000 a year), with median personal income at $844 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,213 a year against an average of $69,803. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
Detail
ATO records from the financial year 2023 show that local taxpayers had a median income of $63,213 and an average income of $69,803. This is slightly above the national baseline, compared to $58,236 and $72,799 across Greater Brisbane. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be approximately $70,394 for the median and $77,733 for the average. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and personal incomes cluster around the 54th percentile nationally. The most common weekly income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, which accounts for 33.1% of residents (523 people), similar to the broader metropolitan region where this group makes up 33.3%.
After accounting for housing costs, 85.8% of income is available for other household expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) had 559 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 5% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $295 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 16.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
Detail
Residential structures at the time of the latest Census consisted of 92.0% separate houses and 7.9% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to metro Brisbane which features 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership rates trail the Brisbane metro average, sitting at 23.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (43.5%) or renting (32.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,517 is well below the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $295 compared to the metropolitan benchmark of $380.
Locally, mortgage costs are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also significantly below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) counted 559 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 590 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Families make up the majority of households at 69.9%, consisting of 29.6% couples with children, 25.2% couples without children, and 14.1% single parents. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 30.1%, with lone person households at 26.8% and group households at 2.9%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is slightly smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.6% of adults in Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) hold a university qualification, including 15.5% with a bachelor degree and 5.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 91% of areas nationally. A further 27.4% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
Detail
Educational attainment levels trail regional averages, with 23.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane. This difference indicates opportunities for skills development. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.1% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Vocational training is prominent, with 38.5% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificate credentials at 27.4%. Enrolment rates are high, with 28.8% of the local population engaged in formal study. This includes 10.8% of residents attending secondary schools, 8.7% in primary schools, and 3.9% enrolled in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) reaches 7 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 240 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
Public transport services in the area include 7 active transport stops consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes, which accommodate 243 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is excellent, with residents living an average of 182 meters from their closest stop. Because this is a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private vehicles being the primary mode at 86% and trains at 8%. Dwellings have an average of 1.5 vehicles. Around 17.1% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Average service frequency is 34 departures daily across all transit routes, which translates to approximately 34 weekly trips per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
61.6% of residents in Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 84% of areas nationally. 8.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
Detail
Health assessments indicate that the area faces some challenges, based on mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively high at approximately 55% of the population, representing about 867 people. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common diagnoses, affecting 13.3 and 10.3% of the community respectively, while 61.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The working-age cohort faces notable health issues, showing elevated rates of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 13.8% of the population (218 people), which is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 15.1%. Senior health outcomes present challenges, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 86.5% of residents, with 5.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.2%) and Australian (27.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Cultural diversity metrics are lower than average, with 86.5% of residents born in Australia, 91.4% holding citizenship, and 94.9% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 49.9% of the local population, compared to 47.8% recorded across Greater Brisbane. In terms of parental heritage, the most common ancestral backgrounds are English at 30.2%, Australian at 27.4%, and Irish at 10.4%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with German heritage overrepresented at 6.6% of the population compared to 4.2% regionally, Spanish at 0.7% compared to 0.4%, and Maori at 0.9% compared to 1.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Newtown (Ipswich - Qld) is 40. 25.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
Detail
The median age of 40 in the area is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36, and slightly above the national average of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is overrepresented at 15.5%, while the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented at 11.5%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 12.2% to 13.5%, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.1% to 11.5%. By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate that the 55 to 64 cohort will grow by 29% (70 people), rising from 245 to 316, while the 25 to 34 cohort will decline by 7 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Newtown (Ipswich - Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,498 at the 2021 Census → 1,581 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32138). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.