Taigum

QLD 4018 • Greater Brisbane

7,801
Population (2021)
$37,076
Median Income
3.03 km²
Area
19m
Elevation

About Taigum

Taigum is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 7,801 and a median income of $37,076, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.03 km² at an elevation of 19m, 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. Taigum offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Taigum falls under postcode 4018 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Sandgate electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4018
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer North
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.34°, 153.04°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
3.03 km²
Elevation
19m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    312-320 Roghan Road Taigum 4018 QLD
  • Woolworths
    217 Beams Road Taigum 4018 QLD
  • ALDI
    330 Roghan Road, Taigum QLD 4018

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$395
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,680
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,495
Census 2021
7,801
20.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,216
Income 2021
$37,076
8.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,737
Born Overseas 2,759

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 793
  • 2. New Zealand 349
  • 3. Philippines 264
  • 4. England 229
  • 5. Fiji 123
  • 6. China 77
  • 7. Sri Lanka 61
  • 8. Nepal 59
  • 9. Papua New Guinea 53
  • 10. Italy 43
  • 11. Germany 31
  • 12. Malaysia 29
  • 13. Scotland 27
  • 14. South Africa 27
  • 15. Hong Kong 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,410
Australian 2,109
Irish 749
Indian 689
Scottish 652
German 351
Filipino 342
Chinese 241
Italian 224
Australian Aboriginal 174

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,045
Both parents born in Australia
3,459
Both parents born overseas
833
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.9%
No Religion
29.2%
Sikhism
8.6%
Hinduism
6.2%
Buddhism
1.4%
Islam
1.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
485 (6.2%)
5-14 years
848 (10.9%)
15-19 years
323 (4.1%)
20-24 years
410 (5.3%)
25-34 years
1,079 (13.8%)
35-44 years
1,147 (14.7%)
45-54 years
775 (9.9%)
55-64 years
786 (10.1%)
65-74 years
795 (10.2%)
75-84 years
760 (9.7%)
85+ years
385 (4.9%)

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