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Sumner

QLD 4074 • Queensland

603
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.89 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
SuburbanCommuter BeltIndustrialMid-Range
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About Sumner

Sumner is a south-western suburb of Brisbane, located approximately 15 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Brisbane local government area. With a population of 603 residents across a compact 1.9 square kilometres, it forms part of Brisbane's Centenary Suburbs — a group of western localities developed from the late 1950s and officially named in 1969. The suburb is divided between a residential western section and the Sumner Park industrial and business estate to the east, giving it a mixed character uncommon in inner-ring Brisbane suburbs.

Sumner is surrounded by established Centenary Suburbs including Riverhills, Jamboree Heights, and Sinnamon Park, with the Centenary Memorial Gardens providing a local green space. The suburb is primarily residential with families and workers drawn by its proximity to both Brisbane CBD and the Ipswich corridor. There are no schools within Sumner itself; the nearest government primary school is Middle Park State School in neighbouring Middle Park. Bus services along Sumner Road and the Western Freeway provide access to the city, and the suburb's industrial estate supports local employment opportunities.

Sumner falls under postcode 4074 and is governed by the Brisbane Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Oxley, while state elections fall under the Mount Ommaney electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4074
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Oxley
State Electorate
Mount Ommaney
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.55°, 152.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.89 km²
Population Density
318 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4074

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4074, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,990
Median 2023–24
$65,883
▲ 24.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,396

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4074; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Route 430, 440 — Brisbane CBD (Cultural Centre) 40–55 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
15 km
By Train
No direct rail; bus to Darra then train to Roma St, approx. 35–45 min total
By Car (Peak)
25–40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20–30 min

🛣️ Near Western Freeway and Centenary Highway; Darra station (Ipswich Line) is the closest train access.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Sumner is largely car-dependent with limited local retail; most errands require driving to neighbouring Darra or Sinnamon Park.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
603
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Brisbane Local Government Area, which contains Sumner. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sumner known for? +

Sumner is known for the Sumner Park industrial and business estate, which provides significant local employment, and for being part of Brisbane's established Centenary Suburbs. The suburb was developed as part of the Hooker Centenary Project from 1959.

How far is Sumner from Brisbane CBD? +

Sumner is approximately 15 kilometres south-west of the Brisbane CBD, a 25–40 minute drive during peak hours via the Centenary Highway or Western Freeway.

Does Sumner have public transport? +

Sumner is served by Brisbane City Council bus routes along Sumner Road with connections to the Brisbane CBD. There is no train station in Sumner; Darra station on the Ipswich Line is the closest rail access at around 2 kilometres away.

What is the population of Sumner? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sumner has a population of 603 people across 1.9 square kilometres, giving it a density of around 317 people per square kilometre. The suburb has grown steadily from 539 residents in 2011.

Is Sumner a good place to live? +

Sumner is well suited to those seeking a quiet western Brisbane suburb with reasonable access to the CBD and Ipswich corridor. The mixed residential and industrial character means it is more affordable than many comparable suburbs, though it lacks its own schools and retail centres.

What is the postcode for Sumner? +

The postcode for Sumner is 4074, which it shares with several neighbouring Centenary Suburbs including Riverhills and Middle Park.

Is Sumner a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sumner 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.