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Dakabin

QLD 4503 • Greater Brisbane

5,275
Population (2021)
$87,828
Median Household Income
5.57 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbAffordableFamily-FriendlyMulticulturalCommuter Belt

About Dakabin

Dakabin is a growing suburban locality in the Moreton Bay Region, approximately 30 kilometres north of Brisbane's CBD within the Moreton Bay Regional Council area. With a population of 5,275 and a notably young median age of 30, the suburb has seen significant residential development in recent years, attracting young families and first-home buyers to Brisbane's northern growth corridor. Median household income of around $1,689 per week broadly reflects a community of working families establishing themselves in an area that offers relatively affordable housing compared to inner Brisbane.

Dakabin is served by a train station on the Caboolture line, providing direct rail access to Brisbane's CBD and making the suburb well-connected for daily commuters. The community is notably diverse, with a significant Pacific Islander and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population alongside Anglo-Australian families, contributing to a rich multicultural character. Ongoing residential expansion, access to local schools, and strong affordability continue to draw families and younger households seeking value in the outer northern suburbs.

Dakabin falls under postcode 4503 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murrumba electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4503
Urban Area
Pine Rivers - East
LGA / Council
Moreton Bay
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Murrumba
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.22°, 152.99°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
5.57 km²
Elevation
40m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,800
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
30 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.9%

9 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dakabin
0.8 km
10 min
Kallangur
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Route 672, 673 — North Lakes / Mango Hill 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
45 min to Central via Caboolture Line from Dakabin station
By Car (Peak)
45-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ Good rail access via Dakabin station on the Caboolture Line; Bruce Highway provides motorway access

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car; rail station provides good connectivity to Brisbane but local amenities are spread out

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Old Gympie Road and Alma Road Dakabin 4503 QLD

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Moreton Bay Local Government Area, which contains Dakabin. 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
3,540
Census 2021
5,275
▲ 49.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$39,988
Personal Income 2021
$45,604
▲ 14.0% 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
$45,604 / yr
$877/wk
Household
$87,828 / yr
$1689/wk
Family
$98,592 / yr
$1896/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,796
Born Overseas 1,193

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 364
  • 2. England 159
  • 3. India 76
  • 4. Philippines 68
  • 5. South Africa 57
  • 6. Fiji 35
  • 7. Samoa 34
  • 8. Zimbabwe 33
  • 9. United States 27
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,107
Australian 1,902
Scottish 536
Irish 483
German 291
Australian Aboriginal 204
Italian 148
Indian 136
Maori 135
New Zealander 123

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,764
Both parents born in Australia
1,435
Both parents born overseas
752
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.5%
Christianity
40.6%
Hinduism
1.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Sikhism
0.9%
Islam
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
417 (7.9%)
5-14 years
781 (14.8%)
15-19 years
336 (6.4%)
20-24 years
469 (8.9%)
25-34 years
1,065 (20.2%)
35-44 years
782 (14.8%)
45-54 years
617 (11.7%)
55-64 years
431 (8.2%)
65-74 years
262 (5.0%)
75-84 years
88 (1.7%)
85+ years
23 (0.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dakabin known for? +

Dakabin is known as a growth corridor suburb in Moreton Bay with a train station providing direct rail access to Brisbane. The suburb features modern housing estates, a culturally diverse community, and proximity to the Griffin and North Lakes retail precincts.

How far is Dakabin from Brisbane? +

Dakabin is approximately 30 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD, with Dakabin train station providing a rail journey of about 45 minutes to Central station.

Does Dakabin have public transport? +

Dakabin has good public transport, with Dakabin railway station on the Caboolture Line offering direct rail services to Brisbane CBD and Sunshine Coast. Bus feeder services also connect to surrounding residential estates.

What is the population of Dakabin? +

The 2021 Census recorded 5,275 residents in Dakabin, a growing suburban locality in the Moreton Bay Regional Council area north of Brisbane.

Is Dakabin a good place to live? +

Dakabin is an excellent option for families seeking affordable new housing with good rail connections to Brisbane. The suburb offers modern estates, a multicultural community, and easy access to Moreton Bay Region's growing retail and recreational amenities.

What is the postcode for Dakabin? +

The postcode for Dakabin is 4503, covering the Dakabin area in Queensland's Moreton Bay Region north of Brisbane.

What is the average income in Dakabin? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Dakabin is about $877 per week (around $45,600 per year). The median household income is $1,689 per week and the median family income is $1,896 per week.

What is the age profile of Dakabin? +

The median age in Dakabin is 30. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,065 residents, around 20%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 7% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Dakabin a safe area? +

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

How much is rent in Dakabin? +

In Dakabin, the median weekly rent is $360, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,800 (2021 Census).