Murarrie

QLD 4172 • Greater Brisbane

4,946
Population (2021)
$58,240
Median Income
8.46 km²
Area
15m
Elevation

About Murarrie

Murarrie is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 4,946 and a median income of $58,240, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 8.46 km² at an elevation of 15m, 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. Murarrie offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Murarrie falls under postcode 4172 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bulimba electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4172
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer East
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.45°, 153.11°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
8.46 km²
Elevation
15m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,303
Census 2021
4,946
14.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$46,800
Income 2021
$58,240
24.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,399
Born Overseas 1,340

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 226
  • 2. England 167
  • 3. Ireland 71
  • 4. South Africa 71
  • 5. India 67
  • 6. China 59
  • 7. Philippines 58
  • 8. Scotland 52
  • 9. Fiji 42
  • 10. Brazil 34
  • 11. Vietnam 29
  • 12. South Korea 28
  • 13. Germany 23
  • 14. Malaysia 23
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,822
Australian 1,598
Irish 665
Scottish 570
German 282
Chinese 214
Italian 190
Indian 127
Australian Aboriginal 106
New Zealander 104

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,291
Both parents born in Australia
1,704
Both parents born overseas
739
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.6%
No Religion
43.8%
Hinduism
2.2%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
1.0%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
311 (6.3%)
5-14 years
595 (12.0%)
15-19 years
252 (5.1%)
20-24 years
350 (7.1%)
25-34 years
960 (19.4%)
35-44 years
857 (17.3%)
45-54 years
728 (14.7%)
55-64 years
455 (9.2%)
65-74 years
308 (6.2%)
75-84 years
106 (2.1%)
85+ years
35 (0.7%)

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