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Acacia Ridge

QLD 4110 • Greater Brisbane

7,486
Population (2021)
$68,276
Median Household Income
8.66 km²
Area
$335/wk
Median Rent
AffordableMulticulturalIndustrialGrowth Suburb

About Acacia Ridge

Acacia Ridge is a southern suburb of Brisbane, located approximately 16 km south of the CBD within the City of Brisbane. The suburb has a population of around 7,500 and covers 8.6 square kilometres. It is a diverse, multicultural suburb with a significant mix of residential areas and industrial zones, including one of Queensland's largest freight and logistics hubs. The suburb has an affordable, working-class character with a strong sense of community diversity.

Acacia Ridge offers affordable housing options and convenient access to major transport corridors including the Beaudesert Road and Logan Motorway. The suburb features the Acacia Marketplace shopping centre, local parks, and community facilities. Elizabeth Street provides a local shopping strip with multicultural food options reflecting the suburb's diverse population. Residents include young families, migrants, and workers in the nearby industrial precinct. The area has seen gradual renewal with improved infrastructure and community investment.

Acacia Ridge falls under postcode 4110 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Algester electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4110
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer South
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Moreton
State Electorate
Algester
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.58°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
8.66 km²
Elevation
44m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$335
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
16%

384 state housing + 38 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Altandi Station
3.5 km
Beenleigh/Gold Coast line
Coopers Plains Station
3 km
Beenleigh/Gold Coast line
Banoon Station
3.2 km
Beenleigh/Gold Coast line

Bus Services

  • 130 — City via Beaudesert Road 40-50 mins
  • 131 — Algester to Garden City 15-20 mins
  • 140 — Sunnybank to City 45 mins

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
16 km
By Train
30-40 mins (from Coopers Plains)
By Bus
40-50 mins
By Car (Peak)
30-45 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 mins

🛣️ No train station in suburb; bus services along Beaudesert Road are the main public transport option

Walkability Car-Dependent

Local shops at Acacia Marketplace; large industrial areas reduce walkability; some bus-accessible corridors

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    1150 Beaudesert Road Acacia Ridge 4110 QLD
  • ALDI
    1150 Beaudesert Road, Acacia Ridge QLD 4110

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Brisbane Local Government Area, which contains Acacia Ridge. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
832.9 / 100k
2yr Down 25.0% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
371.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 77.2%
Non-FV assault
713.9 / 100k
2yr Up 17.9% 10yr Up 138.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
29 / 100k
2yr Down 15.0% 10yr Up 83.4%
Steal from vehicle
616.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 28.4%
View all offence categories for Brisbane →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,429
Census 2021
7,486
▲ 0.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,896
Personal Income 2021
$32,656
▲ 26.1% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$32,656 / yr
$628/wk
Household
$68,276 / yr
$1313/wk
Family
$80,704 / yr
$1552/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,262
Born Overseas 2,612

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 279
  • 2. India 261
  • 3. Philippines 150
  • 4. England 149
  • 5. Vietnam 145
  • 6. Afghanistan 114
  • 7. China 75
  • 8. Iran 69
  • 9. Bosnia & Herzegovina 63
  • 10. South Korea 48

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,936
Australian 1,836
Irish 534
Scottish 471
Australian Aboriginal 399
German 298
Chinese 291
Indian 284
Filipino 204
Vietnamese 184

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,618
Both parents born in Australia
3,375
Both parents born overseas
792
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
38.3%
No Religion
34.4%
Islam
10.1%
Hinduism
2.6%
Buddhism
2.3%
Sikhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
554 (7.4%)
5-14 years
1,016 (13.6%)
15-19 years
406 (5.4%)
20-24 years
520 (6.9%)
25-34 years
1,296 (17.3%)
35-44 years
1,002 (13.4%)
45-54 years
869 (11.6%)
55-64 years
752 (10.0%)
65-74 years
569 (7.6%)
75-84 years
360 (4.8%)
85+ years
138 (1.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Acacia Ridge known for? +

Acacia Ridge is known for its affordable housing, multicultural community, and significant industrial precincts including the Archerfield Airport precinct. The suburb has a diverse population and good train access to Brisbane CBD.

How far is Acacia Ridge from Brisbane CBD? +

Acacia Ridge is approximately 14 kilometres south of Brisbane CBD, with a train journey of around 25-30 minutes from the nearby Coopers Plains station.

Does Acacia Ridge have public transport? +

Acacia Ridge is served by bus routes connecting to Coopers Plains and Salisbury stations on the Gold Coast Line, providing rail services to Brisbane CBD. Local bus routes also serve the suburb.

What is the population of Acacia Ridge? +

According to the 2021 Census, Acacia Ridge has a population of approximately 7,486 residents within the City of Brisbane local government area.

Is Acacia Ridge a good place to live? +

Acacia Ridge offers affordable housing in Brisbane's south with multicultural character and good rail access to the CBD. It suits budget-conscious commuters and multicultural families seeking value south of the city.

What is the postcode for Acacia Ridge? +

The postcode for Acacia Ridge is 4110.

What is the average income in Acacia Ridge? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Acacia Ridge is about $628 per week (around $32,700 per year). The median household income is $1,313 per week and the median family income is $1,552 per week.

What is the age profile of Acacia Ridge? +

The median age in Acacia Ridge is 34. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,296 residents, around 17%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Acacia Ridge a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Acacia Ridge is part of the Brisbane LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Acacia Ridge? +

In Acacia Ridge, the median weekly rent is $335, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).