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Priestdale

QLD 4127 • Queensland

160
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableYoung Families
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About Priestdale

Priestdale is a residential suburb in the north-east of the City of Logan, Queensland, situated approximately 20 kilometres south of Brisbane CBD. Covering around 6.8 square kilometres, the suburb recorded a population of 160 people in the 2021 Census. Priestdale sits within the postcode 4127, sharing boundaries with neighbouring suburbs including Underwood and Rochedale South. The suburb is named after Priest Gully Creek, which was first surveyed in the 1860s when timber was the primary local industry.

Priestdale has a quiet, suburban character with a mix of established homes and light industrial land. Residents benefit from proximity to the major retail and commercial hub at Underwood Marketplace and the larger Logan Hyperdome at Loganholme. Public transport is available via bus services connecting to Altandi and Kuraby train stations on the Beenleigh Line. Local parks, bike paths, and nearby Daisy Hill Conservation Park provide recreational options for families and outdoor enthusiasts in the area.

Priestdale falls under postcode 4127 and is governed by the Logan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Rankin, while state elections fall under the Waterford electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4127
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Logan
Federal Electorate
Rankin
State Electorate
Waterford
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 153.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.81 km²
Population Density
23 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4127

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4127, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,046
Median 2023–24
$56,651
▲ 20.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,272

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4127; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Altandi Station
3.5 km
N/A – bus connection
Kuraby Station
4 km
N/A – bus connection

Bus Services

  • 145, 148 — Altandi Station / Kuraby Station 10–15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
approx. 35–40 min from Altandi or Kuraby to Central Station
By Car (Peak)
35–50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ Gateway Motorway (M1) provides freeway access to Brisbane CBD and Gold Coast

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local streets suitable for walking; bus connections to rail. Most amenities require a short drive.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
160
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Logan Local Government Area, which contains Priestdale. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
873.6 / 100k
2yr Down 22.6% 10yr Down 32.2%
Motor vehicle theft
482.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 39.4%
Non-FV assault
1,236.3 / 100k
2yr Down 16.8% 10yr Up 194.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
31.4 / 100k
2yr Down 23.9% 10yr Up 13.5%
Steal from vehicle
874.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 20.2%
View all offence categories for Logan →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What local government area is Priestdale in? +

Priestdale is in the City of Logan, in the north-eastern part of the local government area, approximately 20 kilometres south of Brisbane CBD.

How do I get from Priestdale to Brisbane CBD by public transport? +

Bus services from Priestdale connect to Altandi Station (Beenleigh Line) and Kuraby Station (Gold Coast Line), from where trains run to Brisbane Central Station in approximately 35–40 minutes.

What schools are near Priestdale QLD? +

Priestdale is within the school catchment area served by schools in neighbouring suburbs including Rochedale South State School and Underwood State School. Several private and Catholic schools are also accessible in the wider Logan area.

What is Priestdale known for historically? +

Priestdale's name derives from Priest Gully Creek, which was surveyed in the early 1860s. Timber logging was the main early industry in the area before residential development transformed the suburb.

Is Priestdale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Priestdale is part of the Logan LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

What is the population of Priestdale? +

Priestdale had a population of 160 at the 2021 Census.