Lota

QLD 4179 • Greater Brisbane

3,518
Population (2021)
$48,360
Median Income
1.99 km²
Area
11m
Elevation

About Lota

Lota is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 3,518 and a median income of $48,360, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.99 km² at an elevation of 11m, 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. Lota offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Lota falls under postcode 4179 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lytton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4179
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer East
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.47°, 153.19°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.99 km²
Elevation
11m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$415
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,256
Census 2021
3,518
8.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,832
Income 2021
$48,360
21.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,635
Born Overseas 786

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 245
  • 2. New Zealand 169
  • 3. South Africa 51
  • 4. Scotland 33
  • 5. Ireland 25
  • 6. Germany 20
  • 7. Canada 19
  • 8. China 19
  • 9. United States 17
  • 10. Philippines 10
  • 11. Singapore 10
  • 12. France 8
  • 13. Italy 8
  • 14. Fiji 7
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,564
Australian 1,170
Irish 540
Scottish 480
German 212
Italian 95
Australian Aboriginal 92
New Zealander 67
Dutch 63
Chinese 57

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,811
Both parents born in Australia
965
Both parents born overseas
537
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.5%
No Religion
46.4%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
191 (5.4%)
5-14 years
503 (14.3%)
15-19 years
192 (5.5%)
20-24 years
182 (5.2%)
25-34 years
305 (8.7%)
35-44 years
537 (15.3%)
45-54 years
525 (14.9%)
55-64 years
474 (13.5%)
65-74 years
322 (9.2%)
75-84 years
189 (5.4%)
85+ years
92 (2.6%)

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