Suburb Intelligence

Rothwell 4022

Redcliffe Peninsula gateway · City of Moreton Bay · 7.2 km² · Walk Score 28/100

⚡ Beverley's read

Rothwell at the gateway to the Redcliffe Peninsula, right where the Houghton Highway bridge meets the mainland ? the first peninsula suburb you hit coming from Brisbane. Grace Lutheran College is a major draw, consistently ranking well for NAPLAN and pulling families from across the corridor. The Rothwell shopping centre and the nearby North Lakes retail precinct give it all the amenity you need, and the median house price offers a more accessible entry point than the coastal parts of the peninsula.

Market Pulse

$780,000

Median house price

+12.5%

YoY growth

$550/week

Median rent

3.7%

Rental yield

28–35 avg

Days on market

Snapshot updated May 2026. Source: Public property records + market estimates.

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Living in Rothwell

Living in Rothwell: The Man Who Planted the Avenue

Most suburbs are named after geography or early settlers. Rothwell is named after a man who planted trees. Thomas James Rothwell OBE chaired the Redcliffe Anzac Memorial Committee, which organised the planting of avenue-of-honour trees along Anzac Avenue — a living memorial to the soldiers of World War I. He also led the construction of the first highway from Petrie to the peninsula in 1921, transforming access to Redcliffe. Rothwell is his legacy, and it's a fitting one — a suburb at the gateway to the peninsula, where the highway meets the bay.

Present Day

The Moreton Bay Cycleway at Rothwell, following Saltwater Creek. This cycling and walking route connects the suburb to the wider foreshore network — a fitting legacy for a suburb named after a man who built the first highway to the peninsula.

Rothwell sits at the entrance to the Redcliffe Peninsula, where the Bruce Highway meets Anzac Avenue. Saltwater Creek winds through the suburb, creating a green corridor that's prone to flooding — which is why large parts remain undeveloped bushland. The Moreton Bay Cycleway follows the creek, providing one of the peninsula's best cycling routes.

Grace Lutheran College (high academic reputation, ~$7K/yr) is a major draw for families. Rothwell State School serves primary needs. Westfield North Lakes is 5 minutes west. The median of $780K makes Rothwell a solid entry point to the peninsula lifestyle.

Who Should Buy Here?

Rothwell is for families who want peninsula living with mainland convenience — Grace Lutheran College, Westfield North Lakes, and the highway all within 5 minutes. The suburb named after a man who planted trees for the future is still delivering on that promise.

Liveability

Living here

Liveability Score

8/10

Schools8/10

Transport6/10

Amenities6/10

Growth10/10

Family Fit10/10

Schools & Education

Rothwell State SchoolPrimary (P–6) · Public

Grace Lutheran CollegeSecondary (7–12) · Private

Strong reputation ~$7k/yr

Mueller CollegeP–12 · Private

~$8k/yr

Walkability & Lifestyle

28/ 100 · Car-Dependent

10 parks covering 9% of area
1 per 1,000
Bike Score: Low — limited dedicated cycling infrastructure
Rothwell Shopping Centre — Woolworths

Transport

Train station: Rothwell. Peak frequency Every 15–30 min peak.

~40 min by train
~35 min via Bruce Hwy
Bus routes: 660, 661, 690
North Lakes, Caboolture, Brisbane City

People & Demographics

Rothwell has a median age of 34 with 72%. Household income averages $1,650/week (Mid-range). Population +5%.

9,797

Population

Median age

$1,650/week

Median household income

60%

Owner occupied

1,361/km²

Pop. density

2.7 people

Avg household size

Professionals

Top occupation

Around national median

Queensland — 5th decile

Diversity Index

22% not Anglo-Australian

Top Ancestries

English (30%) · Australian (28%) · New Zealand (4%)

Best Fit

Who Rothwell suits

Based on property data, demographics, and lifestyle factors, Rothwell appeals to these buyer profiles.

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Families

Rothwell offers 3 schools within the suburb and 10 parks, with a median age suited to family life.

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Investors

3.7% yield with a vacancy rate of 1.2%. ~10.5% annual capital growth. Steady demand

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First Home Buyers

Median house price $780,000. 1 train station for city access. Relatively affordable entry point.

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Downsizers

Unit median $470,000. ~40 min by train · Units yield 4.6%

Property Data

Property — Houses

$780,000

Median price

+12.5%

YoY growth

+3%

Quarterly growth

+65%

5-year growth

~10.5%

Annual capital growth

Sales volume (12mo)

28–35 avg

Days on market

60%

Owner-occupied

Property — Units

$470,000

Median price

+10%

YoY growth

+3.5%

Quarterly growth

Sales volume (12mo)

20–28 avg

Days on market

Rental Market

🏠 House rental

$550/week

Median rent

3.7%

Gross yield

+7%

Rent growth (YoY)

+1.5%

Rent growth (QoQ)

🏢 Unit rental

$400/week

Median rent

4.6%

Gross yield

+7.5%

Rent growth (YoY)

Demand indicators

Vacancy rate: 1.2%

Steady — growing corridor with good amenity and transport links

Risk & Due Diligence

What to know before buying

Safety & Crime Intelligence

Crime score: 20/100 — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.

35% lower

Break-ins vs QLD avg

22% lower

Break-ins vs national

30% lower

Vehicle theft vs QLD

25% lower

Violent crime vs QLD

Trend (2020–2024, all crimes declining):
Break-ins −5% · Vehicle theft −14% · Violent −4.5%
Chance of violent crime: 1 in 195

Flood & Environmental Risk

Low-moderate. Low-moderate. Always verify your specific property:

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Council flood planning overlay may apply
Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot

Development & Infrastructure Pipeline

Rothwell has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.

Rothwell Station Precinct

Council development around station

Infrastructure

Rothwell Station — Redcliffe Peninsula line
Grace Lutheran College

Population projection: Projected ~12,000–14,000 by 2036

Top Sales

Recorded examples · verify current status

Recent recorded sales in Rothwell across the last 3 months.

DatePropertyPrice

May 2026 — 1 sale

May 20264br, 22 Anzac Ave$1,080,000

Data sourced from public property recordsView all sold listings ↗

Investor Summary

~10.5%

Annual capital growth

3.7%

House rental yield

Units: 4.6%

1.2%

Vacancy rate

+7%

Rent growth (YoY)

Investor profile: Peninsula gateway with rail + private schools
Demand indicator: Steady demand
Gentrification risk: Low-moderate
Subdivision potential: Moderate

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Beverley's real-world take

Living in Rothwell: The Man Who Planted the Avenue

Rothwell is named after Thomas James Rothwell OBE — the man who chaired the Redcliffe Anzac Memorial Committee and organised the planting of the avenue-of-honour trees along Anzac Avenue in 1921. He was also responsible for building the first highway from Petrie to the peninsula. Today, Rothwell is

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Data sources: ABS Census 2021 · QPS Crime Statistics · MySchool / ACARA NAPLAN · Council flood mapping · WalkScore.com · QLD Government population projections · TransLink GTFS. Property data is indicative — verify with current sales. This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice.

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