Kalinga

QLD 4030 • Greater Brisbane

2,144
Population (2021)
$61,464
Median Income
0.98 km²
Area
16m
Elevation
Family-FriendlyHeritageLeafy SuburbBikeway AccessInner North

About Kalinga

Kalinga is a leafy inner-north suburb of Brisbane, located 10 kilometres from the CBD in the Hamilton Ward. With a population of around 2,150 residents, this quiet residential neighbourhood was officially separated from Wooloowin in 2015. The suburb sits at approximately 10 metres elevation along the banks of Kedron Brook, offering a flat terrain with abundant green spaces and the popular Kedron Brook Bikeway running along its northern boundary.

Kalinga blends heritage charm with modern family living. The suburb features a mix of character Queenslanders and contemporary homes, with several heritage sites including the historic Kedron Lodge. Kalinga Park, with its WWI memorial gates, provides a community focal point, while the numerous small parks scattered throughout offer space for families. The area attracts established professionals and families seeking quiet streets within easy reach of Brisbane's inner-north dining and shopping precincts.

Kalinga falls under postcode 4030 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clayfield electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4030
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner North-West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.41°, 153.05°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
0.98 km²
Elevation
16m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Eagle Junction
1.2 km
15 min
Wooloowin
1.3 km
16 min
Nundah
1.5 km
19 min

Bus Services

  • 300, 301, 302, 305 — Brisbane CBD / Chermside 20-35 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
9.7 km
By Train
15-20 min from Eagle Junction
By Bus
25-35 min
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Kedron Brook Bikeway provides cycling route to inner city; Airport Link tunnel passes underneath suburb

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot; residential focus with nearby Nundah and Clayfield offering shopping

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,033
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,126
Census 2021
2,144
0.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$46,696
Income 2021
$61,464
31.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,648
Born Overseas 426

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 98
  • 2. New Zealand 76
  • 3. South Africa 20
  • 4. Philippines 17
  • 5. United States 17
  • 6. Hong Kong 14
  • 7. Scotland 14
  • 8. Ireland 12
  • 9. Japan 12
  • 10. Canada 11
  • 11. Papua New Guinea 10
  • 12. Malaysia 9
  • 13. India 8
  • 14. Italy 8
  • 15. China 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 884
Australian 761
Irish 354
Scottish 309
German 147
Italian 121
Chinese 72
Dutch 38
Australian Aboriginal 29
New Zealander 27

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,230
Both parents born in Australia
492
Both parents born overseas
345
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.7%
No Religion
37.4%
Hinduism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
101 (4.7%)
5-14 years
392 (18.3%)
15-19 years
160 (7.5%)
20-24 years
130 (6.1%)
25-34 years
182 (8.5%)
35-44 years
298 (13.9%)
45-54 years
366 (17.1%)
55-64 years
249 (11.6%)
65-74 years
139 (6.5%)
75-84 years
74 (3.5%)
85+ years
56 (2.6%)

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