Queensland location profile
Woodford QLD 4514
Woodford is a semi-rural township in the Moreton Bay Region known for its country-town charm, heritage railway and strong community feel. It’s a gateway to the hinterland and national parks, with the renowned Woodford Folk Festival held nearby.
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Why families consider Woodford
A family-friendly, semi-rural community with a mix of acreage properties and traditional homes; popular with trades, young families, and retirees. Laid-back lifestyle, local events, and a growing commuter base to Caboolture and Brisbane.
Amenities & services
- IGA supermarket and local shops
- GP clinics, pharmacy and dental
- Cafes, pubs and takeaways
- Woodford Library (Moreton Bay Region Libraries), Station Street, Woodford
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train stations: Caboolture and Elimbah (North Coast line)
- Bus route 649 Caboolture–Woodford–Kilcoy (Kangaroo Bus Lines)
- D'Aguilar Highway, Kilcoy–Beerwah Road, Neurum Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Woodford Showgrounds and sports complex
- Public swimming pool and skate park
- Woodford Folk Festival (Woodfordia) and Woodford Heritage Railway
- Woodford Memorial Park
- Stony Creek day-use area (Beerburrum West State Forest)
- Bellthorpe National Park (nearby)
- D'Aguilar National Park – Mount Mee section (nearby)
Education context
Several options including long day care and community kindergarten (e.g., Goodstart, C&K); limited infant places at times; OSHC at Woodford State School.
- UniSC Caboolture (Caboolture)
- UniSC Moreton Bay (Petrie)
- QUT Kelvin Grove (Brisbane)