East Brisbane

QLD 4169 • Greater Brisbane

6,186
Population (2021)
$54,236
Median Income
1.88 km²
Area
15m
Elevation

About East Brisbane

East Brisbane is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 6,186 and a median income of $54,236, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.88 km² at an elevation of 15m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Brisbane.

Part of Greater Brisbane, the suburb enjoys a subtropical climate and relaxed Queensland lifestyle. Residents have access to local amenities, parks, and good transport connections to the CBD. East Brisbane offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

East Brisbane falls under postcode 4169 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Brisbane electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4169
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner East
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.48°, 153.05°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.88 km²
Elevation
15m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,934
Census 2021
6,186
4.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,408
Income 2021
$54,236
22.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,977
Born Overseas 1,853

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 226
  • 2. New Zealand 205
  • 3. China 90
  • 4. India 78
  • 5. South Africa 65
  • 6. Philippines 59
  • 7. Brazil 58
  • 8. Italy 56
  • 9. Nepal 52
  • 10. Vietnam 49
  • 11. Ireland 41
  • 12. Taiwan 41
  • 13. United States 38
  • 14. Canada 36
  • 15. Hong Kong 35

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,218
Australian 1,648
Irish 912
Scottish 718
German 348
Chinese 286
Italian 271
Indian 113
Dutch 106
Australian Aboriginal 92

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,759
Both parents born in Australia
2,160
Both parents born overseas
886
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.8%
Christianity
37.5%
Buddhism
2.2%
Hinduism
2.2%
Islam
1.1%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
219 (3.5%)
5-14 years
467 (7.5%)
15-19 years
277 (4.5%)
20-24 years
734 (11.9%)
25-34 years
1,568 (25.3%)
35-44 years
1,007 (16.3%)
45-54 years
755 (12.2%)
55-64 years
551 (8.9%)
65-74 years
366 (5.9%)
75-84 years
181 (2.9%)
85+ years
53 (0.9%)

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