Fernvale

QLD 4306 • Greater Brisbane

3,629
Population (2021)
$40,352
Median Income
27.77 km²
Area
85m
Elevation

About Fernvale

Fernvale is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Somerset (Regional Council) area. With a population of 3,629 and a median income of $40,352, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 27.77 km² at an elevation of 85m, 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. Fernvale offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Fernvale falls under postcode 4306 and is governed by Somerset Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4306
Urban Area
Esk - Kilcoy
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.46°, 152.67°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
27.77 km²
Elevation
85m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    1455 Brisbane Valley Highway Fernvale 4306 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,630
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,209
Census 2021
3,629
13.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,176
Income 2021
$40,352
21.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,060
Born Overseas 445

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 162
  • 2. England 111
  • 3. South Africa 19
  • 4. Philippines 14
  • 5. Germany 11
  • 6. Scotland 11
  • 7. Zimbabwe 10
  • 8. Netherlands 8
  • 9. United States 8
  • 10. Taiwan 7
  • 11. Fiji 6
  • 12. South Korea 5
  • 13. Malaysia 5
  • 14. China 4
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,608
Australian 1,562
Scottish 407
Irish 342
German 323
Australian Aboriginal 229
Italian 68
Dutch 66
New Zealander 65
Maltese 35

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,470
Both parents born in Australia
543
Both parents born overseas
473
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.3%
Christianity
42.1%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
257 (7.1%)
5-14 years
678 (18.7%)
15-19 years
231 (6.4%)
20-24 years
145 (4.0%)
25-34 years
459 (12.6%)
35-44 years
543 (15.0%)
45-54 years
485 (13.4%)
55-64 years
399 (11.0%)
65-74 years
303 (8.3%)
75-84 years
102 (2.8%)
85+ years
20 (0.6%)

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