Download coordinates as: Lowood is a rural town and locality in the Somerset Region, Queensland, Australia.

Due to its proximity to Brisbane and Ipswich, Lowood is becoming an area for hobby farmers and residential commuters.

[8] A map produced to advertise the auction shows Morningside Estate is on Peace Street and is close to Lowood Railway Station, the hospital and the state school.

[8] During World War II, an airfield called Lowood, which was actually located at Mount Tarampa, was the site of a military airfield operated by the Royal Australian Air Force.

71 Squadron operated from the airfield during 1943, conducting coastal patrol and naval convoy escort missions.

[9] The airfield no longer exists, but a small memorial marks its previous location.

[25][26] Nearby Lake Wivenhoe is a popular place for activities such as boating and fishing.