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Ferny Grove

QLD 4055 • Greater Brisbane

5,871
Population (2021)
$47,216
Median Income
3.82 km²
Area
70m
Elevation

About Ferny Grove

Ferny Grove is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 5,871 and a median income of $47,216, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 3.82 km² at an elevation of 70m, 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. Ferny Grove offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Ferny Grove falls under postcode 4055 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ferny Grove electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4055
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer North
LGA
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Ryan
State Electorate
Ferny Grove
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.40°, 152.93°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
3.82 km²
Elevation
70m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    McGinn Road Ferny Grove 4055 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,725
Census 2021
5,871
▲ 2.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$42,068
Income 2021
$47,216
▲ 12.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,506
Born Overseas 1,251

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 318
  • 2. New Zealand 150
  • 3. South Africa 110
  • 4. India 63
  • 5. Scotland 60
  • 6. Philippines 32
  • 7. United States 29
  • 8. Ireland 26
  • 9. Germany 24
  • 10. Japan 24
  • 11. Thailand 24
  • 12. Malaysia 23
  • 13. China 21
  • 14. Sri Lanka 21
  • 15. Fiji 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,463
Australian 2,188
Irish 844
Scottish 796
German 384
Italian 147
Indian 125
Dutch 115
Chinese 114
Australian Aboriginal 85

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,270
Both parents born in Australia
1,527
Both parents born overseas
912
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.4%
No Religion
43.9%
Buddhism
1.4%
Hinduism
1.2%
Sikhism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
289 (4.9%)
5-14 years
872 (14.9%)
15-19 years
409 (7.0%)
20-24 years
284 (4.8%)
25-34 years
527 (9.0%)
35-44 years
842 (14.3%)
45-54 years
881 (15.0%)
55-64 years
652 (11.1%)
65-74 years
687 (11.7%)
75-84 years
296 (5.0%)
85+ years
140 (2.4%)

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