IPSWICH has reached a major milestone, surpassing 260,000 residents after welcoming 2733 new residents in the final quarter of 2024.
The city recorded a nearly 20 per cent increase in population growth compared to the previous quarter, solidifying its reputation as one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions.
According to the Ipswich City Council’s Planning and Regulatory Services Quarterly Report, the suburbs experiencing the highest growth include Ripley, Spring Mountain, Redbank Plains, Collingwood Park, and South Ripley.
Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding attributed the surge in population to the city’s affordability and lifestyle benefits.
“The rise in residents shows that more and more young families are choosing Ipswich as their home, driven by the city’s affordable living, high quality of life, and easy access to Brisbane and the surrounding areas,” Cr Harding said.
In response to the growing demand, Ipswich has seen a significant spike in new housing developments.
The creation of 727 new housing lots in the last quarter represented more than a 100 per cent increase from the previous quarter.
Additionally, 958 new homes were completed, reflecting a 20 per cent jump in residential construction.
Cr Harding said Ipswich was playing a key role in alleviating housing pressures in South East Queensland.
“Ipswich continues to pull its weight when it comes to bringing new land and dwellings to market to ease the pressure of the current housing and rental crisis,” she said.
While the city’s expansion presents economic and development opportunities, it has also placed strain on local infrastructure and services.
Nearly 5000 customer service requests were lodged with Ipswich City Council last quarter, with common complaints including illegal parking on footpaths, illegal dumping, and overgrown properties.
