Thorneside, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Thorneside Redland City, Queensland
Queens Esplanade, 2018
Thorneside Location in Queensland
Population	3,877 (2021 census)
• Density	1,212/km2 (3,140/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4158
Area	3.2 km2 (1.2 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
LGA(s)	Redland City
State electorate(s)	Capalaba
Federal Division(s)	Bowman
Suburbs around Thorneside: Lota Moreton Bay Moreton Bay Ransome Thorneside Birkdale Ransome Birkdale Birkdale

Thorneside is a lovely coastal town in Queensland, Australia. It's part of the City of Redland area. In 2021, about 3,877 people lived here.

Where is Thorneside Located?

Thorneside is located right next to the water! To the north-east, it touches Waterloo Bay, which is part of the bigger Moreton Bay. On its western side, you'll find Tingalpa Creek.

The very northern tip of Thorneside is called Mooroondu Point. This point sticks out into the bay, right where the creek meets the water.

How to Get Around Thorneside

The Cleveland railway line runs through Thorneside. It comes in from the west (near Ransome) and leaves towards the south-east (towards Birkdale).

You can catch a train at the Thorneside railway station, which is right in the middle of the town. Most of the houses in Thorneside are built around Thorneside Road and Mooroondu Road.

A Brief History of Thorneside

Thorneside got its name from the local railway station. The station was first called "Thorne's siding." This name came from a person named William Thorne.

William Thorne bought a lot of land in the area back in 1913. At that time, the land was known as "Thorne's estate."

Who Lives in Thorneside?

The number of people living in Thorneside has grown over the years.

• In 2011, there were 3,548 people.
• By 2016, the population increased to 3,761 people.
• In the most recent count in 2021, 3,877 people called Thorneside home.

Most people in Thorneside were born in Australia. Other common birthplaces include New Zealand and England. English is the main language spoken at home.

Fun Things to Do in Thorneside

Thorneside has several places for the community to enjoy.

Community Spaces

• The Thorneside Community Hall is a place where people can gather. It's located at 200-204 Mooroondu Road. The Redland City Council manages this hall.
• The Redland City Council also has a mobile library service. This library on wheels visits Beth Boyd Park and the Thorneside Community Hall regularly.

Water Access

• If you love boating, there's a boat ramp available. It's on the corner of Queens Esplanade and Helen Street. This ramp is on the south side of Tingalpa Creek and is managed by the Redland City Council.

Parks and Green Spaces

Thorneside has many parks where you can play and relax:

• Beth Boyd Park (76-92 Mooroondu Road)
• Ferry Road Park
• Frank Street Park
• John Street Park
• Railway Parade Park
• William Taylor Memorial Sportsfield

The William Taylor Memorial Sportsfield is also known as Mooroondu Sports field. It has great facilities for many sports, including soccer, netball, cricket, and tennis.

Other Places to Visit

• Willard Webber Reserve
• Queens Esplanade
• Canoe Club (located next to Tingalpa Creek)