Karana Downs

QLD 4306 • Greater Brisbane

3,800
Population (2021)
$49,296
Median Income
7.50 km²
Area
28m
Elevation

About Karana Downs

Karana Downs is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 3,800 and a median income of $49,296, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 7.50 km² at an elevation of 28m, 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. Karana Downs offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Karana Downs falls under postcode 4306 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moggill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4306
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.54°, 152.82°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
7.50 km²
Elevation
28m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,800
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,862
Census 2021
3,800
1.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,304
Income 2021
$49,296
11.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,873
Born Overseas 858

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 255
  • 2. New Zealand 155
  • 3. South Africa 107
  • 4. United States 29
  • 5. Germany 25
  • 6. Scotland 21
  • 7. Ireland 20
  • 8. Netherlands 18
  • 9. Canada 14
  • 10. Zimbabwe 13
  • 11. Wales 12
  • 12. Philippines 11
  • 13. India 9
  • 14. Poland 9
  • 15. Italy 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,770
Australian 1,398
Scottish 525
Irish 518
German 328
Dutch 127
Italian 108
Australian Aboriginal 98
South African 58
Maori 48

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,043
Both parents born in Australia
1,043
Both parents born overseas
638
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.1%
Christianity
44.4%
Buddhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
180 (4.7%)
5-14 years
562 (14.8%)
15-19 years
294 (7.7%)
20-24 years
143 (3.8%)
25-34 years
379 (10.0%)
35-44 years
553 (14.6%)
45-54 years
600 (15.8%)
55-64 years
522 (13.7%)
65-74 years
369 (9.7%)
75-84 years
161 (4.2%)
85+ years
23 (0.6%)

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