Kurwongbah

QLD 4503 • Greater Brisbane

1,552
Population (2021)
$40,248
Median Income
44.19 km²
Area
74m
Elevation

About Kurwongbah

Kurwongbah is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Moreton Bay (Regional Council) area. With a population of 1,552 and a median income of $40,248, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 44.19 km² at an elevation of 74m, 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. Kurwongbah offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Kurwongbah falls under postcode 4503 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kurwongbah electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4503
Urban Area
Pine Rivers - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.23°, 152.92°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
44.19 km²
Elevation
74m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$365
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,037
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,430
Census 2021
1,552
8.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,268
Income 2021
$40,248
17.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,242
Born Overseas 233

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 51
  • 2. England 40
  • 3. South Africa 26
  • 4. Scotland 11
  • 5. Netherlands 9
  • 6. India 7
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 6
  • 8. Vietnam 6
  • 9. Ireland 5
  • 10. Afghanistan 4
  • 11. Fiji 4
  • 12. Nepal 4
  • 13. Philippines 4
  • 14. United States 4
  • 15. Canada 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 681
Australian 635
Scottish 221
Irish 176
German 95
Italian 52
Dutch 42
New Zealander 32
South African 30
Australian Aboriginal 20

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

990
Both parents born in Australia
274
Both parents born overseas
206
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.7%
No Religion
37.0%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.5%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
70 (4.5%)
5-14 years
232 (14.9%)
15-19 years
110 (7.1%)
20-24 years
91 (5.9%)
25-34 years
132 (8.5%)
35-44 years
180 (11.6%)
45-54 years
240 (15.5%)
55-64 years
192 (12.4%)
65-74 years
181 (11.7%)
75-84 years
108 (7.0%)
85+ years
8 (0.5%)

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