Meringandan West

QLD 4352 • Rest of QLD

2,488
Population (2021)
$50,544
Median Income
16.66 km²
Area
549m
Elevation

About Meringandan West

Meringandan West is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Toowoomba (Regional Council) area. With a population of 2,488 and a median income of $50,544, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 16.66 km² at an elevation of 549m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

Situated at an elevation of 549m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Meringandan West offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Meringandan West falls under postcode 4352 and is governed by Toowoomba Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Condamine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4352
Urban Area
Rosalie
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.42°, 151.89°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
16.66 km²
Elevation
549m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,650
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
32 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,211
Census 2021
2,488
12.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,104
Income 2021
$50,544
29.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,229
Born Overseas 201

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 62
  • 2. England 36
  • 3. South Africa 24
  • 4. Philippines 8
  • 5. United States 7
  • 6. Zimbabwe 7
  • 7. Germany 6
  • 8. India 4
  • 9. Malaysia 4
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 4
  • 11. Brazil 3
  • 12. France 3
  • 13. Ireland 3
  • 14. Italy 3
  • 15. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,209
English 1,038
German 306
Scottish 282
Irish 265
Australian Aboriginal 91
Dutch 51
New Zealander 26
Italian 25
South African 25

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,922
Both parents born in Australia
244
Both parents born overseas
266
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.5%
No Religion
37.9%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
205 (8.2%)
5-14 years
516 (20.7%)
15-19 years
169 (6.8%)
20-24 years
105 (4.2%)
25-34 years
353 (14.2%)
35-44 years
398 (16.0%)
45-54 years
277 (11.1%)
55-64 years
254 (10.2%)
65-74 years
137 (5.5%)
75-84 years
50 (2.0%)
85+ years
11 (0.4%)

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