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Cashmere

QLD 4500 • Greater Brisbane

4,970
Population (2021)
$153,400
Median Household Income
34.62 km²
Area
$500/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyRuralAffluent

About Cashmere

Cashmere is a leafy residential suburb in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, located approximately 27 kilometres north-north-west of the Brisbane CBD and 8.2 kilometres west of Strathpine. With a population of nearly 5,000 residents across 34.6 square kilometres, Cashmere occupies a semi-rural position near the foothills of the D'Aguilar Range, bounded to the north by the expansive Lake Samsonvale (North Pine Dam reservoir). The suburb takes its name from an early landowner, James Cash, and sits within the Pine Rivers district of Greater Brisbane. Its elevated terrain and tree-lined acreage blocks give it a distinctly bushland character uncommon in suburban southeast Queensland.

Cashmere attracts families and lifestyle seekers looking for larger blocks and a semi-rural atmosphere while remaining within commuting distance of Brisbane. The suburb has no schools of its own, with residents served by schools in nearby Bray Park, Eatons Hill and Strathpine. The Cashmere Village Shopping Centre provides everyday conveniences, and the proximity to Lake Samsonvale and the D'Aguilar National Park offers excellent outdoor recreation. The demographic profile skews toward established families and older residents, with a median age of 40 and strong rates of home ownership. The community has a quiet, neighbourly feel with a notably high proportion of English, Australian and South African ancestry.

Cashmere falls under postcode 4500 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pine Rivers electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4500
Urban Area
Pine Rivers - West
LGA / Council
Moreton Bay
Federal Electorate
Dickson
State Electorate
Pine Rivers
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.29°, 152.90°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
34.62 km²
Elevation
70m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
40 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lawnton Station
8 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 671 — Strathpine Station 20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
27 km
By Train
Approx. 55 min from Lawnton (with drive/bus to station)
By Car (Peak)
40–55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ No direct rail; nearest stations at Lawnton or Strathpine on the Caboolture Line

Walkability Car-Dependent

Semi-rural suburb with limited footpaths; a car is needed for most trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
402.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.9% 10yr Down 44.2%
Motor vehicle theft
187.2 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
687.9 / 100k
2yr Down 19.0% 10yr Up 104.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.3 / 100k
2yr Down 27.3% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Down 13.9% 10yr Down 18.0%
View all offence categories for Moreton Bay →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,920
Census 2021
4,970
▲ 1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$44,668
Personal Income 2021
$53,040
▲ 18.7% 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
$53,040 / yr
$1020/wk
Household
$153,400 / yr
$2950/wk
Family
$154,180 / yr
$2965/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,909
Born Overseas 974

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 306
  • 2. South Africa 162
  • 3. New Zealand 155
  • 4. Papua New Guinea 36
  • 5. United States 25
  • 6. Scotland 24
  • 7. Zimbabwe 23
  • 8. Germany 22
  • 9. India 21
  • 10. Canada 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,335
Australian 1,985
Scottish 626
Irish 591
German 327
Italian 152
Dutch 118
South African 103
New Zealander 88
Australian Aboriginal 70

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,942
Both parents born in Australia
1,197
Both parents born overseas
735
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.6%
No Religion
40.1%
Hinduism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Buddhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
230 (4.6%)
5-14 years
780 (15.7%)
15-19 years
443 (8.9%)
20-24 years
267 (5.4%)
25-34 years
414 (8.3%)
35-44 years
659 (13.3%)
45-54 years
932 (18.8%)
55-64 years
703 (14.1%)
65-74 years
384 (7.7%)
75-84 years
123 (2.5%)
85+ years
28 (0.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cashmere QLD known for? +

Cashmere is known for its semi-rural, bushland character, large residential blocks, and proximity to Lake Samsonvale and the D'Aguilar Range. It offers a quiet lifestyle within commuting distance of Brisbane.

How far is Cashmere from Brisbane CBD? +

Cashmere is approximately 27 kilometres north-north-west of the Brisbane CBD, typically a 30–55 minute drive depending on traffic.

Are there schools in Cashmere? +

There are no schools located within Cashmere itself. Nearby options include Bray Park State School, Eatons Hill State School, and Bray Park State High School in adjacent suburbs.

What is the median house price in Cashmere? +

Cashmere is considered an affordable semi-rural suburb in the Moreton Bay region. The median weekly rent was around $500 according to 2021 Census data.

What public transport serves Cashmere? +

Cashmere is primarily car-dependent. Bus route 671 connects to Strathpine Station, which is on the Caboolture/Sunshine Coast Line into Brisbane CBD — approximately 55 minutes total travel time.

What is the average income in Cashmere? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Cashmere is about $1,020 per week (around $53,000 per year). The median household income is $2,950 per week and the median family income is $2,965 per week.

What is the age profile of Cashmere? +

The median age in Cashmere is 40. The largest age group is 45–54 (932 residents, around 19%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Cashmere a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cashmere is part of the Moreton Bay 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 Cashmere? +

Cashmere had a population of 4,970 at the 2021 Census, up 1.0% from 4,920 in 2016.

How much is rent in Cashmere? +

In Cashmere, the median weekly rent is $500, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,200 (2021 Census).