Tanah Merah

QLD 4128 • Greater Brisbane

4,754
Population (2021)
$43,732
Median Income
4.04 km²
Area
59m
Elevation

About Tanah Merah

Tanah Merah is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Logan (City) area. With a population of 4,754 and a median income of $43,732, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.04 km² at an elevation of 59m, 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. Tanah Merah offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Tanah Merah falls under postcode 4128 and is governed by Logan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Waterford electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4128
Urban Area
Logan - Surrounds
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.67°, 153.17°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
4.04 km²
Elevation
59m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,752
Census 2021
4,754
0.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,948
Income 2021
$43,732
12.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,320
Born Overseas 1,258

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 378
  • 2. England 172
  • 3. Philippines 49
  • 4. South Africa 45
  • 5. India 34
  • 6. China 33
  • 7. Fiji 27
  • 8. Scotland 25
  • 9. Taiwan 22
  • 10. Germany 20
  • 11. Ireland 19
  • 12. Vietnam 19
  • 13. Papua New Guinea 18
  • 14. Indonesia 16
  • 15. Thailand 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,892
Australian 1,593
Irish 516
Scottish 505
German 279
Maori 145
Italian 126
Australian Aboriginal 124
Chinese 119
New Zealander 115

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,160
Both parents born in Australia
1,633
Both parents born overseas
773
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.7%
No Religion
43.6%
Islam
2.1%
Buddhism
1.4%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
314 (6.6%)
5-14 years
677 (14.2%)
15-19 years
295 (6.2%)
20-24 years
254 (5.3%)
25-34 years
662 (13.9%)
35-44 years
712 (15.0%)
45-54 years
660 (13.9%)
55-64 years
530 (11.1%)
65-74 years
416 (8.8%)
75-84 years
202 (4.2%)
85+ years
29 (0.6%)

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