Windsor, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Windsor Brisbane, Queensland
Windsor Shire Council Chambers, later Windsor Town Council Chambers
Windsor Location in Queensland
Population	7,811 (2021 census)
• Density	2,790/km2 (7,200/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4030
Elevation	13 m (43 ft)
Area	2.8 km2 (1.1 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	5.5 km (3 mi) N of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Enoggera Ward; Hamilton Ward; Marchant Ward)
State electorate(s)	Clayfield Stafford
Federal Division(s)	Brisbane
Suburbs around Windsor: Grange Lutwyche Albion Wilston Windsor Bowen Hills Herston Herston Bowen Hills

Windsor is a suburb located in the northern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's like a neighborhood within the big city of Brisbane. In 2021, about 7,811 people lived in Windsor.

What is Windsor Like?

Windsor is only about 3.5 kilometers (2.2 miles) away from the center of Brisbane. It is mostly a place where people live. You can see many old "Queenslander" style homes here. These are special houses built in Queensland's unique architectural style.

There are also many shops and businesses in Windsor. Most of these are found along Lutwyche Road and Newmarket Road.

A Look Back at Windsor's History

Flooding in Windsor in 1931

The historic Oakwal home in 2015

The first land sales in this area happened in 1854. Back then, it was a quiet, remote part of New South Wales. Development was slow until the Bowen Bridge opened in 1860. This bridge made it much easier to get to the area. It was named after Sir George Bowen, Queensland's first Governor.

At that time, the area was known as Breakfast Creek. Many large and distinctive homes were built, such as Rosemount, Oakwal, The Bower, Wilston House, and Eildon.

How Windsor Got Its Name

Before the name Windsor appeared, parts of the area were called Swan Hill, O'Connell Town, Eildon, Albion, and Lutwyche. The name "Windsor" came about when the local council was formed in 1887. It was named after Windsor Castle in England. This was done to celebrate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee year, which marked 50 years of her rule.

In 1897, the Windsor Shire Council built new council chambers. This building was made from a special local stone called Brisbane tuff. Today, this old council building is home to the Windsor and Districts' Historical Society. You can visit it on Sundays and Mondays.

Schools and Churches in Windsor

The first school, Bowen Bridge Road National School, opened on July 17, 1865. It started with just 16 students. By the end of its first year, 112 students were enrolled! In 1915, the school moved across the road and was renamed Windsor State School.

A Methodist Church opened in Windsor in 1887. During the big Brisbane flood in 1893, many people found safety in this church. Later, it was moved to higher ground. In 1977, it became the Windsor Uniting Church.

Holy Rosary Catholic School opened on January 28, 1929. It was run by the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart. On its first day, 120 students attended. In 2013, the school was renamed St Mary of the Cross School. This was to honor St Mary MacKillop, who was Australia's first saint.

Windsor Presbyterian Church opened in 1934 on King Street, which is now Maygar Street.

Windsor's Changing Role

In 1904, the Windsor Shire Council became the Windsor Town Council. It included several nearby suburbs like Lutwyche, Wilston, and Albion.

Then, in 1925, Windsor Town joined with 19 other areas to form "Greater Brisbane." This made Brisbane a much bigger city. William Jolly, who was the mayor of Windsor Town, became the first Lord Mayor of Greater Brisbane.

Who Lives in Windsor?

In 2021, Windsor had a population of 7,811 people. The average age of people in Windsor was 33 years old. About 71.9% of people living in Windsor were born in Australia. Other people came from countries like England, New Zealand, India, Italy, and Nepal. Most people (82.7%) spoke only English at home.

Important Places in Windsor

Windsor has several places that are listed for their historical importance. These include old cottages, historic homes like Oakwal and Boothville House, and the Windsor State School. The former Windsor Shire Council Chambers and the Windsor War Memorial Park are also important heritage sites.

Transport Around Windsor

You can easily get around Windsor and to other parts of Brisbane.

• Train: Windsor railway station connects to regular train services.
• Buses: Before 1968, trams were very common. Now, buses provide frequent services along Lutwyche Road.
• Tunnels: Parts of the Clem Jones Tunnel (Clem7) and the Airport Link Tunnel run near or through Windsor.

Learning in Windsor

• Windsor State School: This is a government primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It also has a special education program. In 2018, it had 708 students.
• St Mary of the Cross School: This is a Catholic primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. In 2018, it had 78 students.

Community Places

• Holy Rosary Catholic Church: Located on Bonython Street, this church is part of the Holy Cross Parish.
• Windsor Uniting Church: You can find this church on Newmarket Road. It has a special Honour Roll for those who served in World War I.
• Windsor Presbyterian Church: This church is on Maygar Street.

Special Landmarks

The Cenotaph in Windsor War Memorial Park

• Windsor War Memorial Park: In 1925, a Cenotaph (a monument for soldiers) was built here. It honors the men from Windsor who died in World War I. A bandstand was also built for the Windsor Town Band to play music.
• Former Windsor Shire Council Chambers: This historic building, built in 1896–97, used to be where the local council met. It's made from local stone and has "Windsor Shire Council Chambers" carved on it.
• Downey Park: This park is known as the "home of women's sport in Brisbane." It's a very important place for softball and has helped many athletes achieve national and international success.
• Northey St City Farm: Right next to Downey Park, this farm opened in 1994. It teaches people about farming and has a plant nursery. They also have markets every Sunday morning.

Famous People From Windsor

Some notable people have lived in Windsor, including:

• Brian Blain (1936–1994), an actor.
• Campbell Newman (born 1963), who was the 38th Premier of Queensland.
• Tiki Tsang (born 1968), a former actress.