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Thorneside

QLD 4158 • Greater Brisbane

3,877
Population (2021)
$77,376
Median Household Income
2.67 km²
Area
$370/wk
Median Rent
BaysideFamily-FriendlyEstablishedQuietSuburban

About Thorneside

Thorneside is a compact bayside suburb in south-east Queensland, situated approximately 22 kilometres east of Brisbane CBD within the Redland City Council local government area. With a population of around 3,877 residents and a median age of 41, the suburb attracts families and established residents who value its relaxed coastal proximity and good train access to the city. Covering just under 3 square kilometres, Thorneside is primarily a low-density residential area of post-war and contemporary homes close to the shores of Moreton Bay.

The suburb is served by Thorneside train station on the Cleveland line, making the Brisbane CBD accessible within around 40 minutes by rail. Residents enjoy the calm bayside lifestyle of the Redlands, with nearby access to Wellington Point Reserve, the bays and waterways of Moreton Bay Marine Park, and the parks and cycling paths of the surrounding area. The community has a quiet, neighbourhood feel with most daily amenities available in nearby Cleveland, Victoria Point, or Wellington Point.

Thorneside falls under postcode 4158 and is governed by Redland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Capalaba electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4158
Urban Area
Redland
LGA / Council
Redland
Federal Electorate
Bowman
State Electorate
Capalaba
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.48°, 153.20°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.67 km²
Elevation
4m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,787
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.7%

39 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Thorneside
0.5 km
7 min
Birkdale
1.2 km
15 min

Bus Services

  • Route 240, 241 — Cleveland / Wellington Point 10-20 min
  • Route 232 — Capalaba 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
22 km
By Train
~40 min to Central Station via Cleveland Line
By Car (Peak)
35-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Thorneside station provides direct rail access; Eastern Motorway (Gateway) accessible via Cleveland-Redland Bay Rd

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most daily errands require a car, though the train station is walkable for commuters

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
299.3 / 100k
2yr Down 41.3% 10yr Down 41.1%
Motor vehicle theft
157.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 45.0%
Non-FV assault
637.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 183.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.8 / 100k
2yr Down 45.1% 10yr Up 200.4%
Steal from vehicle
341.4 / 100k
2yr Down 18.7% 10yr Up 16.5%
View all offence categories for Redland →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,761
Census 2021
3,877
▲ 3.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,700
Personal Income 2021
$43,004
▲ 14.1% 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
$43,004 / yr
$827/wk
Household
$77,376 / yr
$1488/wk
Family
$102,076 / yr
$1963/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,947
Born Overseas 807

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 225
  • 2. New Zealand 199
  • 3. Scotland 33
  • 4. South Africa 32
  • 5. Philippines 28
  • 6. Germany 27
  • 7. Ireland 21
  • 8. China 18
  • 9. Netherlands 13
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,645
Australian 1,522
Irish 496
Scottish 490
German 273
Australian Aboriginal 109
Italian 89
Dutch 72
New Zealander 66
Maori 53

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,168
Both parents born in Australia
959
Both parents born overseas
614
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.5%
Christianity
45.6%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
226 (5.8%)
5-14 years
526 (13.6%)
15-19 years
168 (4.3%)
20-24 years
189 (4.9%)
25-34 years
482 (12.4%)
35-44 years
537 (13.9%)
45-54 years
492 (12.7%)
55-64 years
516 (13.3%)
65-74 years
484 (12.5%)
75-84 years
200 (5.2%)
85+ years
54 (1.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thorneside known for? +

Thorneside is known as a quiet bayside suburb in Redland City, popular with families and retirees who appreciate the relaxed waterside atmosphere close to Moreton Bay and easy train access to Brisbane.

How far is Thorneside from Brisbane CBD? +

Thorneside is approximately 22 kilometres south-east of Brisbane CBD. The train journey on the Cleveland line takes around 30-35 minutes to the CBD.

Does Thorneside have public transport? +

Thorneside is well-served by public transport. Thorneside train station sits on the Cleveland line and provides regular services into Brisbane CBD. TransLink bus routes also connect to surrounding suburbs.

What is the population of Thorneside? +

According to the 2021 Census, Thorneside has a population of approximately 3,877 residents, a typical size for an established bayside suburb in the Redlands.

Is Thorneside a good place to live? +

Thorneside is a pleasant, established suburb offering good value relative to inner-city Brisbane. Its train station, bayside proximity, and quiet residential streets make it popular with families and those seeking a relaxed lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Thorneside? +

The postcode for Thorneside, Queensland is 4158.

What is the average income in Thorneside? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Thorneside is about $827 per week (around $43,000 per year). The median household income is $1,488 per week and the median family income is $1,963 per week.

What is the age profile of Thorneside? +

The median age in Thorneside is 41. The largest age group is 35–44 (537 residents, around 14%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Thorneside a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Thorneside is part of the Redland 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 Thorneside? +

In Thorneside, the median weekly rent is $370, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,787 (2021 Census).