Kooralbyn

QLD 4285 • Greater Brisbane

1,697
Population (2021)
$24,648
Median Income
87.46 km²
Area
135m
Elevation

About Kooralbyn

Kooralbyn is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Scenic Rim (Regional Council) area. With a population of 1,697 and a median income of $24,648, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 87.46 km² at an elevation of 135m, 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. Kooralbyn offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Kooralbyn falls under postcode 4285 and is governed by Scenic Rim Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4285
Urban Area
Beaudesert - Boonah
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.07°, 152.82°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
87.46 km²
Elevation
135m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
53 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,725
Census 2021
1,697
1.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,076
Income 2021
$24,648
2.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,198
Born Overseas 363

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 111
  • 2. New Zealand 93
  • 3. Germany 13
  • 4. Philippines 12
  • 5. United States 11
  • 6. Scotland 10
  • 7. Netherlands 8
  • 8. South Africa 8
  • 9. Malaysia 7
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 7
  • 11. Fiji 5
  • 12. Canada 4
  • 13. Indonesia 4
  • 14. Ireland 4
  • 15. Japan 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 766
Australian 625
Irish 216
Scottish 181
Australian Aboriginal 102
German 91
Italian 28
Dutch 26
Chinese 23
French 19

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,000
Both parents born in Australia
407
Both parents born overseas
169
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.4%
Christianity
44.0%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
63 (3.7%)
5-14 years
189 (11.1%)
15-19 years
81 (4.8%)
20-24 years
54 (3.2%)
25-34 years
101 (6.0%)
35-44 years
158 (9.3%)
45-54 years
265 (15.6%)
55-64 years
306 (18.0%)
65-74 years
331 (19.5%)
75-84 years
141 (8.3%)
85+ years
28 (1.6%)

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