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Heathwood

QLD 4110 • Greater Brisbane

4,944
Population (2021)
$131,404
Median Household Income
4.95 km²
Area
$455/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyGrowth SuburbSuburbanMid-Range

About Heathwood

Heathwood is a modern residential suburb in Brisbane's southern corridor, located approximately 20 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD within the Brisbane City Council area. With a population of 4,944 and a median age of just 32, it is a youthful, growing community attracting young families and working professionals. The suburb's median household income of around $2,500 per week sits well above national benchmarks, reflecting the skilled workforce drawn to this part of south-east Queensland.

Heathwood is one of Brisbane's more culturally diverse suburbs, with significant Indian, Vietnamese, and Chinese communities alongside Anglo-Australian residents — the majority of the population has parents born overseas. Predominantly residential with modern housing estates, the suburb benefits from easy access to the Logan Motorway and proximity to the Acacia Ridge and Archerfield employment precincts. Families are well catered for with local schools, and the broad range of amenities along the nearby Beaudesert Road corridor adds to everyday convenience.

Heathwood falls under postcode 4110 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Algester electorate.

📰 Featured In

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4110
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer South
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Oxley
State Electorate
Algester
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.64°, 152.99°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
4.95 km²
Elevation
66m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$455
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
32 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Richlands
3.5 km
N/A
Darra
4 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 465, 466 — Brisbane CBD (Roma Street) 40-55 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
35-45 min to Roma Street via bus to Richlands then Ipswich/Rosewood Line
By Car (Peak)
30-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min

🛣️ Ipswich Motorway provides direct freeway access; Richlands station is the nearest rail connection

Walkability Car-Dependent

Mostly modern housing estates requiring a car; bus services connect to nearby Richlands station

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
832.9 / 100k
2yr Down 25.0% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
371.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 77.2%
Non-FV assault
713.9 / 100k
2yr Up 17.9% 10yr Up 138.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
29 / 100k
2yr Down 15.0% 10yr Up 83.4%
Steal from vehicle
616.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 28.4%
View all offence categories for Brisbane →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,794
Census 2021
4,944
▲ 77.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$44,512
Personal Income 2021
$52,260
▲ 17.4% 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
$52,260 / yr
$1005/wk
Household
$131,404 / yr
$2527/wk
Family
$129,636 / yr
$2493/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,313
Born Overseas 2,488

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 689
  • 2. Vietnam 304
  • 3. New Zealand 252
  • 4. Sri Lanka 145
  • 5. China 98
  • 6. Nepal 96
  • 7. England 80
  • 8. Fiji 74
  • 9. Philippines 63
  • 10. Afghanistan 60

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Indian 861
English 851
Australian 770
Vietnamese 497
Chinese 293
Scottish 199
Irish 186
Samoan 127
Maori 100
Filipino 98

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

890
Both parents born in Australia
3,521
Both parents born overseas
368
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
33.3%
No Religion
25.1%
Hinduism
14.8%
Buddhism
8.4%
Islam
6.9%
Sikhism
6.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
485 (9.8%)
5-14 years
835 (16.9%)
15-19 years
299 (6.0%)
20-24 years
281 (5.7%)
25-34 years
873 (17.7%)
35-44 years
1,034 (20.9%)
45-54 years
572 (11.6%)
55-64 years
336 (6.8%)
65-74 years
172 (3.5%)
75-84 years
53 (1.1%)
85+ years
6 (0.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heathwood known for? +

Heathwood is known for its cultural diversity — with significant Indian, Vietnamese, and Chinese communities — and modern residential estates in Brisbane's southern growth corridor. The suburb is adjacent to the industrial areas of Darra and Wacol, with Forest Lake's retail and parklands nearby.

How far is Heathwood from Brisbane CBD? +

Heathwood is approximately 20 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD, a drive of about 25–30 minutes via the Ipswich Motorway.

Does Heathwood have public transport? +

Heathwood is served by bus routes connecting to Richlands railway station on the Ipswich/Rosewood Line, which provides frequent services to Brisbane CBD. The Forest Lake bus network also serves the broader area.

What is the population of Heathwood? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 4,944 residents in Heathwood, a modern and growing suburb within the City of Brisbane's southern corridor.

Is Heathwood a good place to live? +

Heathwood offers affordable modern housing in a culturally diverse community with good connectivity to Brisbane CBD via the Ipswich Motorway and nearby Richlands station. It suits young families and multicultural communities who value affordability and growing suburban amenities.

What is the postcode for Heathwood? +

The postcode for Heathwood is 4110, covering parts of Brisbane's southern corridor near Forest Lake.

What is the average income in Heathwood? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Heathwood is about $1,005 per week (around $52,300 per year). The median household income is $2,527 per week and the median family income is $2,493 per week.

What is the age profile of Heathwood? +

The median age in Heathwood is 32. The largest age group is 35–44 (1,034 residents, around 21%). Around 33% of residents are under 20 and about 5% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Heathwood a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Heathwood is part of the Brisbane 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 Heathwood? +

In Heathwood, the median weekly rent is $455, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).