Samford Valley

QLD 4520 • Greater Brisbane

3,208
Population (2021)
$53,508
Median Income
20.31 km²
Area
63m
Elevation

About Samford Valley

Samford Valley is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Moreton Bay (Regional Council) area. With a population of 3,208 and a median income of $53,508, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 20.31 km² at an elevation of 63m, 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. Samford Valley offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Samford Valley falls under postcode 4520 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pine Rivers electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4520
Urban Area
Pine Rivers - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.37°, 152.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
20.31 km²
Elevation
63m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$660
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,068
Census 2021
3,208
4.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,408
Income 2021
$53,508
20.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,463
Born Overseas 682

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 241
  • 2. South Africa 74
  • 3. New Zealand 71
  • 4. Germany 27
  • 5. India 25
  • 6. United States 18
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 14
  • 8. Canada 13
  • 9. Ireland 13
  • 10. Philippines 13
  • 11. Wales 12
  • 12. Netherlands 10
  • 13. Scotland 9
  • 14. Singapore 9
  • 15. China 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,519
Australian 1,125
Irish 487
Scottish 457
German 225
Italian 92
South African 70
Dutch 65
Chinese 60
Australian Aboriginal 49

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,877
Both parents born in Australia
790
Both parents born overseas
468
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.5%
No Religion
40.6%
Hinduism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
148 (4.6%)
5-14 years
508 (15.8%)
15-19 years
241 (7.5%)
20-24 years
158 (4.9%)
25-34 years
165 (5.1%)
35-44 years
357 (11.1%)
45-54 years
578 (18.0%)
55-64 years
509 (15.9%)
65-74 years
383 (11.9%)
75-84 years
138 (4.3%)
85+ years
30 (0.9%)

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