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Banyo

QLD 4014 • Greater Brisbane

6,105
Population (2021)
$110,292
Median Household Income
5.07 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyMulticulturalAffordableUniversity Town

About Banyo

Banyo is a northern suburb of Brisbane, Queensland, situated approximately 12 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD near the Brisbane Airport precinct. With a population of around 6,100 residents spread across 5 square kilometres, it is a well-established residential suburb that blends older Queenslander-style homes with newer developments. Banyo falls within the Brisbane City Council local government area and sits at a convenient crossroads between the inner city, the airport, and Brisbane's northern bayside areas.

Residents of Banyo enjoy excellent access to major amenities, including the nearby Toombul and Chermside shopping centres, Banyo Memorial Park, and the Australian Catholic University's Brisbane campus. The suburb has a diverse, multicultural community and offers affordable housing compared to many inner-Brisbane areas. Banyo Station provides direct rail access to the Brisbane CBD and the airport, making it a popular choice for commuters and young families seeking value close to the city.

Banyo falls under postcode 4014 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nudgee electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4014
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer North
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Lilley
State Electorate
Nudgee
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.38°, 153.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
5.07 km²
Elevation
20m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.8%

58 state housing + 28 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Banyo Station
0.5 km
7 min

Bus Services

  • 306, 307 — Brisbane CBD / Toombul / Nudgee 25-40 min to city

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
~20 min to Roma Street Station
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Shorncliffe/Airport Line direct; also easy access via Airport Link tunnel

Walkability Walkable

Good footpaths around the train station and village centre; local shops and parks accessible on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    279 Tufnell Road Banyo 4014 QLD

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Brisbane Local Government Area, which contains Banyo. 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
5,868
Census 2021
6,105
▲ 4.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$38,324
Personal Income 2021
$49,400
▲ 28.9% 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
$49,400 / yr
$950/wk
Household
$110,292 / yr
$2121/wk
Family
$127,244 / yr
$2447/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,550
Born Overseas 1,362

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 239
  • 2. India 168
  • 3. England 165
  • 4. Philippines 83
  • 5. Nepal 75
  • 6. Vietnam 49
  • 7. Fiji 43
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 37
  • 9. China 33
  • 10. South Africa 33

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,287
Australian 2,182
Irish 838
Scottish 595
German 372
Indian 204
Australian Aboriginal 190
Italian 157
Chinese 153
Filipino 125

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,251
Both parents born in Australia
1,740
Both parents born overseas
900
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.5%
No Religion
40.2%
Hinduism
3.2%
Buddhism
2.0%
Sikhism
1.3%
Islam
1.0%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
444 (7.3%)
5-14 years
715 (11.7%)
15-19 years
300 (4.9%)
20-24 years
336 (5.5%)
25-34 years
989 (16.2%)
35-44 years
1,010 (16.5%)
45-54 years
833 (13.6%)
55-64 years
639 (10.5%)
65-74 years
464 (7.6%)
75-84 years
266 (4.4%)
85+ years
100 (1.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves Banyo? +

Banyo is served by Queensland Rail's Shorncliffe and Airport lines, with trains running directly to Roma Street (Brisbane CBD) in approximately 20 minutes.

How far is Banyo from Brisbane Airport? +

Banyo is located just 5 kilometres from Brisbane Airport, making it one of the closest residential suburbs to the airport. The train journey to the Airport Central station takes around 5 minutes.

What schools are in Banyo? +

Banyo has Earnshaw State College (a Prep–Year 12 government school) and St Pius' Primary School (a Catholic primary school). The Australian Catholic University's Brisbane campus is also located in Banyo.

Is Banyo a good suburb to live in? +

Banyo is considered an affordable, well-connected suburb popular with families and young professionals. Its proximity to Brisbane Airport, the CBD, and shopping centres like Toombul and Chermside makes it a convenient place to live.

What is the average income in Banyo? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Banyo is about $950 per week (around $49,400 per year). The median household income is $2,121 per week and the median family income is $2,447 per week.

What is the age profile of Banyo? +

The median age in Banyo is 37. The largest age group is 35–44 (1,010 residents, around 17%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Banyo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Banyo 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.

What is the population of Banyo? +

Banyo had a population of 6,105 at the 2021 Census, up 4.0% from 5,868 in 2016.

How much is rent in Banyo? +

In Banyo, the median weekly rent is $410, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).