South Townsville is a suburb of the City of
Townsville, Queensland, Australia.
In the 2011 census, South Townsville had a
population of 2,138 people.

South Townsville is located on the northern end
of Ross Island, bounded by the Coral Sea to the
north, Ross Creek to the west and the Ross
River to the east. The suburb of Railway Estate
occupies the southern part of the island.

Predominantly residential, South Townsville also
is an important commercial and industrial
hub of the city. The suburb is also a
continuation to the Townsville CBD, serving as
an accommodation and nightlife centre for the
locals. The Palmer Street area of the suburb is
known locally for its restaurants, hotels and its
atmosphere. South Townsville is also home to
both the Port of Townsville and Queensland
Rail's North Rail Yards.