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Jensen
Queensland
Jensen is located in Queensland
Jensen
Jensen
Location in Queensland
Population 1,797 (2021 census)
 • Density 120.6/km2 (312/sq mi)
Postcode(s) 4818
Area 14.9 km2 (5.8 sq mi)
Time zone AEST (UTC+10:00)
LGA(s) City of Townsville
State electorate(s) Hinchinbrook
Federal Division(s) Herbert
Suburbs around Jensen:
Black River Beach Holm Mount Low
Black River Jensen Deeragun
Black River Rangewood Bohle Plains

Jensen is a suburb located in the City of Townsville, which is in Queensland, Australia. It's a place where people live, work, and go to school. In 2021, about 1,797 people called Jensen home.

Exploring Jensen's Location

Jensen is a suburb with clear natural borders. To the north, you'll find the Bruce Highway. This is a major road that helps people travel around Queensland.

On its western side, Jensen is bordered by two rivers. These are the Black River and the Alice River. Rivers often create natural boundaries for towns and suburbs.

Jensen's History: How it Got its Name

Every place has a story about how it came to be. Jensen was officially named and its boundaries were set on 27 July 1991. This means that before this date, it might have been part of a larger area or simply not officially recognized as its own suburb. Giving a place an official name helps people know exactly where they are.

Who Lives in Jensen?

The number of people living in a place is called its population. We can see how Jensen has grown over time by looking at census data. A census is like a big count of everyone living in a country.

  • In 2016, the population of Jensen was 1,476 people.
  • By 2021, the population had grown to 1,797 people.

This shows that more people have chosen to live in Jensen in recent years.

Important Places in Jensen

Even though Jensen is a smaller suburb, it has some important facilities and places for residents.

Community Services

The Deeragun Police Station is located near Jensen. It's found at 3 Veales Road, right on the corner of the Bruce Highway. Police stations are important for keeping the community safe and helping people in need.

Parks and Recreation

For outdoor fun, Jensen has Colonial Park. This park is located on Macquarie Street. Parks are great places for families and friends to relax, play, and enjoy nature.

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