Rosewood
Rosewood's most distinctive feature is the mismatch between its housing form and tenure mix: 92.1% of dwellings are separate houses, yet 41.7% are rented. With 3,263 residents, a median age of 39 and density of 104.0 people per square kilometre, it has a lower-density profile than urban Ipswich. For buyers comparing Rosewood with nearby Walloon, the suburb is defined by established detached housing, a 12.0% university-educated population and household income at the 27.1st percentile nationally. Growth remains active at 1.94% annually, while the population is moving towards an older age structure.
Population
3,263
Median Age
39.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,233/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Rosewood suits buyers seeking detached housing and larger floor plans, with 46.0% of homes containing 3 bedrooms and a further 34.8% having 4 or more. Separate houses account for 92.1%, far higher than the 0.4% apartment share, so the local market is less suited to buyers prioritising high-density stock. A current median house price is unavailable, but the typical mortgage figure is $1,349 per month and median rent is $295 per week. Housing costs appear manageable relative to local income, with mortgage-to-income at 25.3% and rent-to-income at 23.9%, both below 30%. Compared with apartment-oriented markets, Rosewood offers more space but usually requires stronger reliance on a car.
For Buyers
Rosewood suits buyers seeking detached housing and larger floor plans, with 46.0% of homes containing 3 bedrooms and a further 34.8% having 4 or more. Separate houses account for 92.1%, far higher than the 0.4% apartment share, so the local market is less suited to buyers prioritising high-density stock. A current median house price is unavailable, but the typical mortgage figure is $1,349 per month and median rent is $295 per week. Housing costs appear manageable relative to local income, with mortgage-to-income at 25.3% and rent-to-income at 23.9%, both below 30%. Compared with apartment-oriented markets, Rosewood offers more space but usually requires stronger reliance on a car.
For Investors
Rosewood has a meaningful renter base at 41.7%, supported by a median weekly rent of $295. The 9.4% vacancy rate is higher than in a tightly supplied rental market, which may create more leasing competition for owners and reduce urgency around rent increases. No residential development was recorded in the past 12 months, so investors should assess the existing detached-house stock rather than assume a large pipeline of new dwellings. Growth is forecast at 1.94% annually and is driven by internal migration, providing a demand tailwind compared with a static established area. The 92.1% separate-house share may appeal to family renters, although the absence of a current median sale price makes yield and purchase-price calculations essential before committing.
Development Activity
Total DAs
1
Last 12 Months
0
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-100.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Rosewood
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
St Brigid's Primary School (Rosewood)
Rosewood State High School
Rosewood State School
Demographics
Rosewood has a median age of 39, which is 1 year below the national comparison, but its trajectory is becoming older. Overseas-born residents account for 9.2%, 12.4 percentage points below the national comparison, while 12.0% hold a university qualification, 18.1 points below the national figure. English ancestry is reported by 1,347 residents, followed by Scottish at 397, Irish at 329 and German at 288. Christianity accounts for 1,439 residents and no religion for 1,367, making both substantial affiliations. The average household size is 2.4, slightly below the national comparison of 2.5, while 74.3% of residents stayed at the same address over the reference period, indicating more stability than a highly mobile urban population.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
92.1%
Houses
7.3%
Townhouse
0.4%
Apartment
Tenure
Rosewood's housing stock is strongly detached and family-oriented. Separate houses represent 92.1% of dwellings, compared with just 0.4% apartments and 7.3% semi-detached homes. Three-bedroom properties make up 46.0% of stock and 4-bedroom-plus homes 34.8%, together accounting for 80.8% of dwellings. Tenure is split between 28.7% owned outright, 27.5% owned with a mortgage and 41.7% rented, so renting is higher than either ownership category individually. A median house price and price-to-income ratio are not currently available; buyers should therefore compare recent settled sales rather than rely on an assumed suburb-wide value. Compared with higher-density areas, Rosewood provides more conventional family housing but fewer apartment alternatives.
Mortgage / mo
$1,349
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$295
Census 2021
HH Size
2.4
Personal Income / wk
$636
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
9.4%
Unoccupied
124
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.3%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
33.2%
Couples with children
39.3%
Couples, no children
25.4%
Single parent
843
Total families
Economy & Employment
Rosewood's employment base is led by healthcare at 18.6% or 136 workers, followed by public administration at 12.7% or 93, education at 12.3% or 90, manufacturing at 8.2% or 60, and construction at 7.9% or 58. Occupations also lean practical and service-based, led by community and personal services at 206 people, trades at 192, labourers at 172, clerical and administration at 156, and machinery and drivers at 140. The labour force totals 1,293, with a 49.6% participation rate, 7.7% unemployment rate and 57.9% full-time employment rate. Compared with higher-income suburbs, household income sits at the 27.1st percentile. SEIFA results are uneven: IEO is in decile 2, IRSD and IRSAD are both in decile 3, while IER reaches decile 5, suggesting economic resources are stronger than education, occupation and broad disadvantage measures.
Unemployment
7.7%
Labour Force
1,293
Unemployed
100
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
57.9%
Part-time
31.1%
Participation
49.6%
Employed
1,193
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
12.0%
Postgraduate
2.4%
Born Overseas
9.2%
Dwellings
1,185
Transport to Work
Rosewood provides practical local services across a 31.39 square kilometre area with a density of 104.0 people per square kilometre. Three schools serve the suburb, covering a Catholic primary option, a government primary school and a government high school. Check enrolment zones against the exact address because school boundaries can cross suburb lines. Daily travel is strongly car-based: 77.7% drive to work, compared with 3.5% using public transport, while 10.5% work from home. That pattern makes access to a reliable vehicle more important than in a transit-oriented suburb. A current suburb crime-rate comparison is not available, so residents should check Queensland Police incident mapping and compare nearby streets before deciding. IRSAD sits in decile 3, below the middle deciles nationally, which may reflect fewer local resources than in higher-ranked suburbs.
Drive
77.7%
Public Transport
3.5%
Walk / Cycle
2.8%
Work from Home
10.5%
Population Forecast
+1.94%/yr
(+326 people/yr)
EstablishedRosewood is an established suburb with a forecast growth trend of 1.94% per year, higher than a no-growth established area. Internal migration is the primary driver, indicating that demand is being shaped more by people moving within Queensland or Australia than by overseas arrivals. Population change across the wider area is forecast at 21.8% over ten years. The shift trajectory is labelled Aging, supported by a 4.5 percentage-point rise in the senior share, a 1.9-point fall in the young share and a 3.2-point decline in the working-age share. Gentrification is rated Active with a score of 53, while a separate shift measure records 37 and Early signs. Compared with a stable low-growth location, Rosewood combines moderate expansion with a progressively older population profile.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+37
Net Internal / yr
+471
Gentrification Signal
Active
Population +40% since 2011, Net internal migration +471/yr, Accelerating: 0% → 39%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Rosewood compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rosewood a good suburb to live in?
Rosewood can suit households wanting detached housing, local schools and a lower-density setting. Separate houses account for 92.1% of dwellings, while 77.7% of workers drive to work and only 3.5% use public transport. Compared with more urban suburbs, daily life is likely to be more car-dependent, but the 3,263-resident population supports a smaller local setting.
What is the median house price in Rosewood?
A current median house price is not available for Rosewood. Buyers should compare recent settled sales across the suburb and nearby Walloon or Marburg rather than rely on an assumed figure. The median weekly rent is $295, the typical mortgage figure is $1,349 per month and 92.1% of homes are separate houses.
What schools are in Rosewood?
Rosewood has 3 local schools: St Brigid's Primary School, Rosewood State School and Rosewood State High School. The mix includes 2 government schools and 1 Catholic school, covering primary and high school years. Families should confirm the enrolment zone for the exact address, as boundaries can differ between the 3 schools.
Is Rosewood safe?
No current suburb crime-rate figure is available, so a reliable above or below average safety comparison cannot be made. Check Queensland Police crime mapping and compare recent incidents with nearby Ipswich-area suburbs before choosing a street. Rosewood has 3,263 residents, so inspecting the immediate surroundings remains important.
Is Rosewood good for property investment?
Rosewood has 41.7% renters, a median weekly rent of $295 and a forecast growth rate of 1.94% annually. However, the 9.4% vacancy rate is higher than in a tightly supplied rental market, and no residential development was recorded in the past 12 months. Compare the purchase price, expected yield and vacancy risk before investing.
How is Rosewood's population changing?
Rosewood has 3,263 residents today, with wider-area population change forecast at 21.8% over ten years and annual growth of 1.94%. Internal migration is the main driver. The trajectory is Aging: the senior share has risen 4.5 percentage points, while the young share has fallen 1.9 points, indicating slower growth in younger household groups.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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