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Joyner

QLD 4500 • Greater Brisbane

3,600
Population (2021)
$119,548
Median Household Income
8.39 km²
Area
$430/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyBushlandModernMoreton BayGrowth Suburb

About Joyner

Joyner is a residential suburb in the Moreton Bay Region of Queensland, located approximately 25 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD. The suburb has a population of around 4,500 and sits within a hilly, bushland setting near the base of the D'Aguilar Range. Developed primarily from the 1990s onwards, Joyner features modern family homes on spacious blocks. The demographic skews towards young families and established households with a strong community feel.

Joyner offers a semi-rural lifestyle with the convenience of nearby shopping centres at Strathpine and Warner. The suburb is home to several parks and green spaces, including access to walking trails in the surrounding bushland. Families are well-served by local schools including Genesis Christian College and proximity to Warner Village. Residents enjoy a quieter pace of life while maintaining reasonable access to Brisbane via the Bruce Highway and nearby Strathpine and Lawnton train stations.

Joyner falls under postcode 4500 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kurwongbah electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4500
Urban Area
Pine Rivers - West
LGA / Council
Moreton Bay
Federal Electorate
Dickson
State Electorate
Kurwongbah
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.27°, 152.94°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
8.39 km²
Elevation
45m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.5%

18 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lawnton
3 km
35 min
Strathpine
4.5 km
55 min

Bus Services

  • 690, 691 — Strathpine / Warner 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
25 km
By Train
40 min (from Lawnton)
By Bus
60 min
By Car (Peak)
40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ Drive to Lawnton station for train; Bruce Highway provides direct car access to CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Hilly terrain and suburban layout with limited footpaths; a car is essential for most errands and commuting.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
402.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.9% 10yr Down 44.2%
Motor vehicle theft
187.2 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
687.9 / 100k
2yr Down 19.0% 10yr Up 104.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.3 / 100k
2yr Down 27.3% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Down 13.9% 10yr Down 18.0%
View all offence categories for Moreton Bay →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,833
Census 2021
3,600
▲ 27.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,336
Personal Income 2021
$48,100
▲ 28.8% 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
$48,100 / yr
$925/wk
Household
$119,548 / yr
$2299/wk
Family
$124,852 / yr
$2401/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,866
Born Overseas 627

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 142
  • 2. England 126
  • 3. South Africa 68
  • 4. Philippines 34
  • 5. India 27
  • 6. China 21
  • 7. United States 15
  • 8. Zimbabwe 15
  • 9. Fiji 13
  • 10. Thailand 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,510
Australian 1,446
Scottish 437
Irish 401
German 255
Italian 122
Australian Aboriginal 115
Dutch 86
Chinese 62
South African 62

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,173
Both parents born in Australia
829
Both parents born overseas
497
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.5%
No Religion
41.3%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.1%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
231 (6.4%)
5-14 years
562 (15.6%)
15-19 years
270 (7.5%)
20-24 years
212 (5.9%)
25-34 years
475 (13.2%)
35-44 years
509 (14.1%)
45-54 years
490 (13.6%)
55-64 years
417 (11.6%)
65-74 years
273 (7.6%)
75-84 years
128 (3.6%)
85+ years
23 (0.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joyner known for? +

Joyner is a small suburban locality in QLD with approximately 3600 residents, known for its quiet character and proximity to Brisbane and surrounding services.

How far is Joyner from Brisbane CBD? +

Joyner is approximately 23 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. The drive typically takes 25 min outside peak hours.

Does Joyner have public transport? +

Joyner is served by local bus services connecting to the broader network. Train access is available via nearby stations.

What is the population of Joyner? +

According to the 2021 Census, Joyner has a population of approximately 3,600 residents.

Is Joyner a good place to live? +

Joyner suits those who appreciate a modest community-oriented neighbourhood with access to local services. Residents typically travel to larger towns for comprehensive services.

What is the postcode for Joyner? +

The postcode for Joyner, QLD is 4500.

What is the average income in Joyner? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Joyner is about $925 per week (around $48,100 per year). The median household income is $2,299 per week and the median family income is $2,401 per week.

What is the age profile of Joyner? +

The median age in Joyner is 35. The largest age group is 5–14 (562 residents, around 16%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 12% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Joyner a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Joyner is part of the Moreton Bay 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 Joyner? +

In Joyner, the median weekly rent is $430, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).