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Stretton

QLD 4116 • Greater Brisbane

4,686
Population (2021)
$111,488
Median Household Income
5.09 km²
Area
$550/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlySuburbanMulticulturalNature AccessQuiet

About Stretton

Stretton is a southern suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, located approximately 17 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD. With a population of around 4,686 (2021 census), it sits within the Calamvale Ward and borders Sunnybank Hills, Calamvale, Karawatha, Kuraby, and Drewvale. The suburb features hilly terrain in the north that flattens towards the south, where it meets the Karawatha Forest and Calamvale Creek wetlands. Stretton is a well-established residential suburb with a multicultural character, popular with families.

Stretton offers a quiet, family-oriented lifestyle with easy access to parks and natural reserves, including the nearby Karawatha Forest — one of Brisbane's largest urban bushland areas. The suburb is primarily residential with modern housing estates and is close to shopping centres in Calamvale and Sunnybank Hills. Schools in the area include Stretton State College, making it attractive for families with children. Residents enjoy proximity to major roads including the Gateway Motorway and Logan Motorway for commuting.

Stretton falls under postcode 4116 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stretton electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4116
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer South
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Rankin
State Electorate
Stretton
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 153.07°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
5.09 km²
Elevation
74m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
38 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kuraby
3.5 km
42 min
Runcorn
3.8 km
46 min
Fruitgrove
4.2 km
50 min
Sunnybank
4.5 km
54 min

Bus Services

  • 150 — Brisbane CBD via Garden City 50 min
  • 155 — Sunnybank Hills to Eight Mile Plains 20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
35-40 min (from Kuraby)
By Bus
50-60 min
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Access via Gateway or Logan Motorway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car. Limited walkability to shops and transit.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
832.9 / 100k
2yr Down 25.0% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
371.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 77.2%
Non-FV assault
713.9 / 100k
2yr Up 17.9% 10yr Up 138.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
29 / 100k
2yr Down 15.0% 10yr Up 83.4%
Steal from vehicle
616.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 28.4%
View all offence categories for Brisbane →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,334
Census 2021
4,686
▲ 8.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$31,408
Personal Income 2021
$36,816
▲ 17.2% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$36,816 / yr
$708/wk
Household
$111,488 / yr
$2144/wk
Family
$106,652 / yr
$2051/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,834
Born Overseas 2,765

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 690
  • 2. Taiwan 299
  • 3. New Zealand 188
  • 4. India 178
  • 5. Hong Kong 175
  • 6. Vietnam 120
  • 7. Malaysia 110
  • 8. Fiji 79
  • 9. South Korea 75
  • 10. England 64

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,782
English 569
Australian 535
Indian 483
Vietnamese 163
Irish 143
Scottish 118
Korean 112
Filipino 84
German 70

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

592
Both parents born in Australia
3,671
Both parents born overseas
323
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
37.3%
Christianity
32.0%
Islam
11.2%
Buddhism
7.9%
Hinduism
5.7%
Sikhism
1.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
261 (5.6%)
5-14 years
676 (14.4%)
15-19 years
324 (6.9%)
20-24 years
314 (6.7%)
25-34 years
574 (12.2%)
35-44 years
650 (13.9%)
45-54 years
583 (12.4%)
55-64 years
651 (13.9%)
65-74 years
458 (9.8%)
75-84 years
156 (3.3%)
85+ years
48 (1.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stretton known for? +

Stretton is a southern suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, located approximately 17 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD. With a population of around 4,686 (2021 census), it sits within the Calamvale Ward and borders Sunnybank Hills, Calamvale, Karawatha, Kuraby, and Drewvale.

How far is Stretton from Brisbane CBD? +

Stretton is approximately 17 km from Brisbane CBD. By car, the journey takes around 20-25 min off-peak and 30-45 min during peak hours.

Does Stretton have public transport? +

Stretton is served by Kuraby (3.5 km away) on the Beenleigh/Gold Coast line. Bus services also connect to Brisbane CBD via Garden City. The commute to Brisbane CBD takes approximately 20-25 min by car.

What is the population of Stretton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Stretton has a population of approximately 4,686 residents. It is a mid-sized suburb within the Brisbane (City).

Is Stretton a good place to live? +

Stretton offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with access to local amenities and services. It suits a range of residents from families to retirees, depending on personal preferences for pace of life and proximity to urban centres.

What is the postcode for Stretton? +

The postcode for Stretton, QLD is 4116.

What is the average income in Stretton? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Stretton is about $708 per week (around $36,800 per year). The median household income is $2,144 per week and the median family income is $2,051 per week.

What is the age profile of Stretton? +

The median age in Stretton is 38. The largest age group is 5–14 (676 residents, around 14%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Stretton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stretton is part of the Brisbane 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.

How much is rent in Stretton? +

In Stretton, the median weekly rent is $550, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).