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Tamborine Mountain

QLD 4272 • Rest of QLD

8,105
Population (2021)
$35,412
Median Income
42.45 km²
Area
536m
Elevation

About Tamborine Mountain

Tamborine Mountain is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Scenic Rim (Regional Council) area. With a population of 8,105 and a median income of $35,412, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 42.45 km² at an elevation of 536m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

Situated at an elevation of 536m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Tamborine Mountain offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Tamborine Mountain falls under postcode 4272 and is governed by Scenic Rim Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4272
Urban Area
Beaudesert - Boonah
LGA
Scenic Rim
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Scenic Rim
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.95°, 153.19°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
42.45 km²
Elevation
536m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,800
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
50 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,506
Census 2021
8,105
▲ 8.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,212
Income 2021
$35,412
▲ 17.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,577
Born Overseas 2,067

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 683
  • 2. New Zealand 383
  • 3. South Africa 99
  • 4. Germany 81
  • 5. United States 77
  • 6. Scotland 63
  • 7. Netherlands 61
  • 8. Canada 41
  • 9. India 36
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 28
  • 11. China 27
  • 12. Japan 27
  • 13. Wales 22
  • 14. Poland 19
  • 15. Ireland 18

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,862
Australian 2,591
Scottish 1,134
Irish 1,126
German 541
Italian 206
Dutch 187
Australian Aboriginal 108
New Zealander 105
French 87

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,018
Both parents born in Australia
2,337
Both parents born overseas
1,287
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.2%
Christianity
39.8%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
339 (4.2%)
5-14 years
982 (12.1%)
15-19 years
468 (5.8%)
20-24 years
239 (2.9%)
25-34 years
536 (6.6%)
35-44 years
876 (10.8%)
45-54 years
1,195 (14.7%)
55-64 years
1,288 (15.9%)
65-74 years
1,278 (15.8%)
75-84 years
720 (8.9%)
85+ years
197 (2.4%)

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