Hillcrest

QLD 4118 • Greater Brisbane

6,268
Population (2021)
$39,988
Median Income
3.27 km²
Area
50m
Elevation

About Hillcrest

Hillcrest is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Logan (City) area. With a population of 6,268 and a median income of $39,988, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.27 km² at an elevation of 50m, 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. Hillcrest offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Hillcrest falls under postcode 4118 and is governed by Logan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Algester electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4118
Urban Area
Browns Plains
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.67°, 153.03°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
3.27 km²
Elevation
50m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,532
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,626
Census 2021
6,268
11.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,360
Income 2021
$39,988
13.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,976
Born Overseas 1,969

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 464
  • 2. India 203
  • 3. England 160
  • 4. Philippines 141
  • 5. Fiji 84
  • 6. China 73
  • 7. Vietnam 52
  • 8. South Africa 46
  • 9. Samoa 42
  • 10. Pakistan 41
  • 11. Taiwan 41
  • 12. Indonesia 35
  • 13. Germany 30
  • 14. United States 26
  • 15. Scotland 24

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,942
Australian 1,882
Scottish 503
Irish 432
German 289
Indian 265
Chinese 238
Australian Aboriginal 236
Maori 232
Filipino 198

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,520
Both parents born in Australia
2,536
Both parents born overseas
801
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
41.4%
Christianity
40.1%
Islam
3.7%
Hinduism
2.3%
Buddhism
2.1%
Sikhism
2.0%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
498 (7.9%)
5-14 years
891 (14.2%)
15-19 years
372 (5.9%)
20-24 years
466 (7.4%)
25-34 years
1,027 (16.4%)
35-44 years
907 (14.5%)
45-54 years
720 (11.5%)
55-64 years
714 (11.4%)
65-74 years
405 (6.5%)
75-84 years
186 (3.0%)
85+ years
70 (1.1%)

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