Oakey

QLD 4401 • Rest of QLD

4,756
Population (2021)
$33,852
Median Income
126.81 km²
Area
398m
Elevation

About Oakey

Oakey is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Toowoomba (Regional Council) area. With a population of 4,756 and a median income of $33,852, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 126.81 km² at an elevation of 398m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

Situated at an elevation of 398m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Oakey offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Oakey falls under postcode 4401 and is governed by Toowoomba Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Condamine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4401
Urban Area
Oakey
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.45°, 151.71°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
126.81 km²
Elevation
398m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$265
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,238
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,705
Census 2021
4,756
1.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,732
Income 2021
$33,852
10.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,005
Born Overseas 440

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Brazil 100
  • 2. Philippines 70
  • 3. England 63
  • 4. New Zealand 58
  • 5. Netherlands 12
  • 6. Scotland 12
  • 7. South Africa 10
  • 8. United States 10
  • 9. Germany 8
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 8
  • 11. Fiji 7
  • 12. Indonesia 6
  • 13. India 5
  • 14. Wales 5
  • 15. Canada 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,004
English 1,798
Australian Aboriginal 536
Irish 483
German 477
Scottish 390
Filipino 95
Italian 61
New Zealander 46
Dutch 44

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,540
Both parents born in Australia
556
Both parents born overseas
322
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.8%
No Religion
35.0%
Buddhism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
275 (5.8%)
5-14 years
683 (14.4%)
15-19 years
327 (6.9%)
20-24 years
302 (6.3%)
25-34 years
519 (10.9%)
35-44 years
531 (11.2%)
45-54 years
618 (13.0%)
55-64 years
574 (12.1%)
65-74 years
485 (10.2%)
75-84 years
315 (6.6%)
85+ years
121 (2.5%)

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