Manly

QLD 4179 • Greater Brisbane

4,273
Population (2021)
$51,272
Median Income
2.16 km²
Area
13m
Elevation

About Manly

Manly is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 4,273 and a median income of $51,272, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.16 km² at an elevation of 13m, 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. Manly offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Manly 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
-27.45°, 153.18°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.16 km²
Elevation
13m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Manly And Hargreaves Roads Manly 4179 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$403
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,064
Census 2021
4,273
5.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,616
Income 2021
$51,272
14.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,110
Born Overseas 1,023

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 342
  • 2. New Zealand 209
  • 3. South Africa 39
  • 4. Scotland 34
  • 5. Ireland 33
  • 6. United States 31
  • 7. Philippines 28
  • 8. Germany 22
  • 9. China 17
  • 10. Canada 16
  • 11. Netherlands 16
  • 12. Italy 12
  • 13. Papua New Guinea 12
  • 14. Thailand 11
  • 15. Wales 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,989
Australian 1,382
Irish 745
Scottish 604
German 280
Italian 113
Dutch 82
Australian Aboriginal 76
New Zealander 62
Chinese 57

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,317
Both parents born in Australia
1,173
Both parents born overseas
641
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.1%
No Religion
41.5%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
178 (4.2%)
5-14 years
567 (13.3%)
15-19 years
233 (5.5%)
20-24 years
214 (5.0%)
25-34 years
335 (7.8%)
35-44 years
511 (12.0%)
45-54 years
767 (17.9%)
55-64 years
696 (16.3%)
65-74 years
488 (11.4%)
75-84 years
219 (5.1%)
85+ years
60 (1.4%)

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