Macleay Island

QLD 4184 • Greater Brisbane

3,193
Population (2021)
$23,400
Median Income
7.23 km²
Area
2m
Elevation

About Macleay Island

Macleay Island is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Redland (City) area. With a population of 3,193 and a median income of $23,400, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 7.23 km² at an elevation of 2m, 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. Macleay Island offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Macleay Island falls under postcode 4184 and is governed by Redland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Redlands electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4184
Urban Area
Redland
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.61°, 153.36°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
7.23 km²
Elevation
2m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$260
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$900
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
62 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,681
Census 2021
3,193
19.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$21,580
Income 2021
$23,400
8.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,116
Born Overseas 767

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 229
  • 2. New Zealand 211
  • 3. Germany 34
  • 4. Scotland 34
  • 5. Netherlands 25
  • 6. United States 22
  • 7. South Africa 20
  • 8. Philippines 17
  • 9. Thailand 13
  • 10. Ireland 12
  • 11. Fiji 11
  • 12. France 11
  • 13. China 9
  • 14. Indonesia 9
  • 15. Japan 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,453
Australian 948
Irish 455
Scottish 415
German 184
Australian Aboriginal 118
Dutch 63
Italian 62
New Zealander 53
French 36

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,634
Both parents born in Australia
872
Both parents born overseas
387
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.5%
Christianity
41.7%
Buddhism
1.3%
Judaism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
62 (1.9%)
5-14 years
189 (5.9%)
15-19 years
106 (3.3%)
20-24 years
49 (1.5%)
25-34 years
143 (4.5%)
35-44 years
212 (6.6%)
45-54 years
369 (11.6%)
55-64 years
689 (21.6%)
65-74 years
887 (27.8%)
75-84 years
402 (12.6%)
85+ years
82 (2.6%)

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