Rockville, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids RockvilleToowoomba, Queensland |
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Rockville State School
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 Rockville
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 3,204 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 1,690/km2 (4,400/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4350 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 1.9 km2 (0.7 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Toowoomba Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Toowoomba North | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Groom | ||||||||||||||
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Rockville is a suburb in the Toowoomba Region of Queensland, Australia. It's a place where people live. In 2021, about 3,204 people called Rockville home.
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Where is Rockville Located?
Rockville is about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) north-west of Toowoomba's city center. On its eastern side, you'll find an industrial area. The Leslie Research Centre is also located within Rockville.
A Look at Rockville's Past
Early Days and School Opening
Rockville State School first opened its doors on 1 November 1922. The school celebrated its 100th birthday on 12 November 2022.
St Andrews Hospital
On 9 July 1966, St Andrews Toowoomba Hospital opened. It was a private hospital with 42 beds and two operating rooms.
How Rockville Got Its Name
Rockville was named after the "Rockville Estate." This estate had 114 land blocks. The estate itself was named after a building called Rockville House. The suburb officially received its name in 1981.
Who Lives in Rockville?
In 2016, Rockville had a population of 3,237 people. By 2021, the population was 3,204 people.
Learning in Rockville
Rockville State School
Rockville State School is a government primary school. It teaches boys and girls from Prep to Year 6. You can find it at 3 Holberton Street. The school also has a special education program. In 2018, 217 students were enrolled there.
High School Options
There are no high schools directly in Rockville. The closest government high school is Wilsonton State High School. It is located in the nearby suburb of Wilsonton Heights, to the west.
Places to Visit in Rockville
St Andrews Toowoomba Hospital
St Andrews Toowoomba Hospital is a private hospital. It is located at 280 North Street.
Local Parks
Rockville has several parks where you can relax and play:
- Black Gully Reserve
- Bushnell Court Park
- Clearview Street Park
- Doherty Street Park
- Esmond Street Park
- Fair Street Park
- Ford Street Park
- Vanity Street Park
