Minden

QLD 4311 • Greater Brisbane

1,227
Population (2021)
$36,816
Median Income
22.06 km²
Area
93m
Elevation

About Minden

Minden is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Somerset (Regional Council) area. With a population of 1,227 and a median income of $36,816, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 22.06 km² at an elevation of 93m, 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. Minden offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Minden falls under postcode 4311 and is governed by Somerset Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4311
Urban Area
Esk - Kilcoy
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.55°, 152.55°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
22.06 km²
Elevation
93m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,204
Census 2021
1,227
1.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,508
Income 2021
$36,816
33.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,029
Born Overseas 126

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 45
  • 2. New Zealand 28
  • 3. Philippines 12
  • 4. Scotland 5
  • 5. Fiji 4
  • 6. Germany 3
  • 7. Malaysia 3
  • 8. Singapore 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 590
English 517
German 151
Irish 116
Scottish 114
Australian Aboriginal 32
Italian 23
Filipino 12
New Zealander 11
Dutch 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

846
Both parents born in Australia
181
Both parents born overseas
145
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.7%
No Religion
42.3%
Islam
0.8%
Buddhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
80 (6.5%)
5-14 years
204 (16.6%)
15-19 years
76 (6.2%)
20-24 years
61 (5.0%)
25-34 years
145 (11.8%)
35-44 years
152 (12.4%)
45-54 years
171 (13.9%)
55-64 years
148 (12.1%)
65-74 years
132 (10.8%)
75-84 years
44 (3.6%)
85+ years
11 (0.9%)

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