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Kuraby

QLD 4112 • Greater Brisbane

8,737
Population (2021)
$111,072
Median Household Income
4.58 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyTrain AccessMulticulturalEstablishedNature Access

About Kuraby

Kuraby is an established outer southern suburb of Brisbane, located approximately 16 kilometres southeast of the CBD. With a population of 8,737, the suburb has seen steady growth of 7.8% since 2016. The name derives from an Aboriginal word meaning 'a place of many springs', reflecting the suburb's position between the Brisbane and Logan Rivers. Kuraby features a mix of original 1970s housing stock and newer developments, with 19 parks covering nearly 16% of the area.

The suburb offers convenient living with its own train station providing fast electric services to Brisbane CBD and the Gold Coast. Underwood Marketplace nearby provides major retail including Big W and Woolworths. Kuraby has an increasingly diverse community, with significant Indian, New Zealand, South African, and Chinese populations. The area is popular with families and professionals seeking affordable housing with good transport links, quality schools including Kuraby State School, and proximity to natural bushland reserves.

Kuraby falls under postcode 4112 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stretton electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4112
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer South
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Moreton
State Electorate
Stretton
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.60°, 153.09°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
4.58 km²
Elevation
54m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,100
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.4%

33 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kuraby
0.5 km
5-10 mins
Runcorn
1.5 km
20 mins

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Garden City, Springwood 15-25 mins
  • Route 150 — Upper Mt Gravatt, Brisbane CBD 45 mins

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
16 km
By Train
25-30 mins via Kuraby station
By Bus
45-55 mins via Upper Mt Gravatt
By Car (Peak)
35-45 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 mins

🛣️ Direct train access makes CBD commuting convenient.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Train station is walkable but most shopping requires driving to Underwood Marketplace.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
832.9 / 100k
2yr Down 25.0% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
371.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 77.2%
Non-FV assault
713.9 / 100k
2yr Up 17.9% 10yr Up 138.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
29 / 100k
2yr Down 15.0% 10yr Up 83.4%
Steal from vehicle
616.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 28.4%
View all offence categories for Brisbane →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,108
Census 2021
8,737
▲ 7.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,864
Personal Income 2021
$38,480
▲ 17.1% 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
$38,480 / yr
$740/wk
Household
$111,072 / yr
$2136/wk
Family
$112,892 / yr
$2171/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,967
Born Overseas 4,510

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 545
  • 2. China 458
  • 3. Pakistan 411
  • 4. South Africa 292
  • 5. New Zealand 226
  • 6. Taiwan 216
  • 7. Malaysia 183
  • 8. South Korea 171
  • 9. Hong Kong 161
  • 10. England 133

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,426
English 1,314
Australian 1,267
Indian 1,070
Irish 310
Scottish 279
Korean 238
German 230
Vietnamese 173
South African 171

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,552
Both parents born in Australia
6,196
Both parents born overseas
709
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Islam
32.0%
Christianity
29.5%
No Religion
23.6%
Buddhism
3.9%
Sikhism
3.5%
Hinduism
2.6%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
602 (6.9%)
5-14 years
1,464 (16.8%)
15-19 years
660 (7.6%)
20-24 years
588 (6.7%)
25-34 years
1,170 (13.4%)
35-44 years
1,284 (14.7%)
45-54 years
1,112 (12.7%)
55-64 years
895 (10.2%)
65-74 years
606 (6.9%)
75-84 years
293 (3.4%)
85+ years
67 (0.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kuraby known for? +

Kuraby is known for its multicultural community in Brisbane's south-east, with established residential housing, local parks, and good motorway access to Brisbane CBD and the Gold Coast via the Gateway Motorway.

How far is Kuraby from Brisbane CBD? +

Kuraby is approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Brisbane CBD, with a bus journey connecting to nearby train stations for CBD access.

Does Kuraby have public transport? +

Kuraby is served by bus routes connecting to Eight Mile Plains or Runcorn stations for rail access to Brisbane CBD. Local bus routes also connect to surrounding suburbs.

What is the population of Kuraby? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kuraby has a population of approximately 8,737 residents within the City of Brisbane local government area.

Is Kuraby a good place to live? +

Kuraby offers multicultural family living in Brisbane's south-east with good motorway access and diverse community character. It suits families and multicultural communities seeking affordable established housing south-east of Brisbane CBD.

What is the postcode for Kuraby? +

The postcode for Kuraby is 4112.

What is the average income in Kuraby? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Kuraby is about $740 per week (around $38,500 per year). The median household income is $2,136 per week and the median family income is $2,171 per week.

What is the age profile of Kuraby? +

The median age in Kuraby is 34. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,464 residents, around 17%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Kuraby a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kuraby is part of the Brisbane 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 Kuraby? +

In Kuraby, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,100 (2021 Census).