Redbank
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Redbank, QLD 4301.
About Redbank
Welcome to Redbank
Redbank sits in the Ipswich corridor, roughly 25 kilometres south-west of the Brisbane CBD, tucked between the Brisbane River and the Ipswich Motorway. It's a small, tight-knit suburb that has long been overshadowed by its larger neighbours Goodna, Riverview and Collingwood Park, but that low profile is part of its appeal — Redbank offers a quieter, more affordable slice of the Ipswich-to-Brisbane growth corridor without straying far from the region's main arteries.
With a population of just 2,931 and a median age of 30, Redbank has the feel of a young, family-oriented pocket rather than an established, tightly-held enclave. It tends to suit first-home buyers, young families and investors drawn to the area's relative affordability and its position within easy reach of both Ipswich and Brisbane.
Housing & architecture
The current listing mix in Redbank is dominated by houses, which make up around 81% of what's on the market, with townhouses accounting for about 15% and vacant land making up the remainder. This points to a suburb still built predominantly around the classic Queensland suburban block, with a smaller but growing footprint of townhouse development and infill land sales for those wanting to build.
Expect a mix of older post-war and 1970s–90s brick and timber homes alongside newer builds on subdivided or estate land, particularly toward the fringes near Collingwood Park and Dinmore. It's not a suburb defined by one dominant architectural era, which gives buyers a reasonable spread of price points and renovation potential.
The property market
Redbank's median house price currently sits at $870,000, following a striking run of growth — up 22.9% recently. That kind of movement puts Redbank firmly on the radar of buyers who've been priced out of inner-Ipswich or Brisbane's western suburbs but still want proximity to both centres.
On the rental side, the median asking rent is $600 a week, which reflects steady demand from tenants drawn to the area's affordability relative to Brisbane and its easy motorway access. For investors, the combination of strong recent capital growth and healthy rental demand makes Redbank a suburb worth watching, though buyers should go in with eyes open to the fact that rapid growth phases can moderate over time.
Getting around
Redbank's biggest practical asset is its location astride the Ipswich Motorway, which makes commuting to both Ipswich and Brisbane straightforward by car. Redbank railway station, on the Ipswich line, also gives residents a direct rail link into the Brisbane CBD, making the suburb workable for commuters who'd rather leave the car at home.
Local roads connect easily through to Dinmore, Riverview and Goodna, and Collingwood Park's retail and services are just a short drive away, which helps offset Redbank's own modest commercial footprint.
Schools & families
Redbank State School serves as the local primary option and is a long-established part of the community, giving young families a genuine neighbourhood school within walking or short driving distance. For high school and additional options, families typically look to the broader Goodna and Ipswich network, both readily accessible given Redbank's central position in the corridor.
With a median age of 30 and a population skewed toward younger households, the suburb has a distinctly family-friendly rhythm, and its relative affordability compared to Brisbane makes it an attractive entry point for those wanting to buy near good transport links without stretching to inner-city prices.
Lifestyle & dining
Redbank itself is more residential than retail or dining destination, but that's very much the point for many who choose to live here — a calmer, low-key base with bigger amenity just around the corner. Goodna and Collingwood Park, both a short drive away, pick up the slack with supermarkets, cafes and everyday dining, while Ipswich's CBD offers a fuller shopping and entertainment scene for those wanting a bigger outing.
The Brisbane River corridor nearby also lends itself to some pleasant outdoor moments, and the suburb's proximity to Moggill across the water adds a semi-rural flavour to the area's fringes, even though Redbank's own core remains firmly suburban.
Market snapshot
Redbank property market
Median sale price
$870k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$600
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$745k
Median
$870k
Premium
$1.00m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
36
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +17.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Redbank by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Redbank, QLD 4301.
Population
2,931
residents (2021)
Median age
30
years
Household income
$1,321
median, per week
Median rent
$350
per week
Median mortgage
$1,500
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Redbank
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Redbank
$840k
10 Como Way
Sold ~July 2026
$890k
7 Naples Court
Sold ~July 2026
$888k
5 Priestly Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.07m
41 Law Street S
Sold ~July 2026
$1.05m
39 Soe Street
Sold ~June 2026
$929k
16 Jonker Court
Sold ~June 2026
$879k
6 Rome Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Redbank suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Redbank?
The median house price in Redbank, QLD is $870k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 22.9%.
How much is rent in Redbank?
The median weekly rent in Redbank is around $600 per week.
Is Redbank a good place to live?
Redbank is a suburb in the City of Ipswich, Queensland, Australia. Redbank is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 2,931 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Redbank?
Redbank has a population of 2,931 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 30.
What schools are in Redbank?
There is 1 school in or near Redbank, including Redbank State School.
How long do homes take to sell in Redbank?
Properties in Redbank take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Redbank?
Entry-level properties in Redbank start around $745k, while premium homes reach $1.00m.
What suburbs are near Redbank?
Suburbs near Redbank include Riverview, Goodna, Collingwood Park, Moggill and Dinmore.
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