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Upper Caboolture

QLD 4510 • Greater Brisbane

5,087
Population (2021)
$97,708
Median Household Income
16.10 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordableGrowth SuburbCommuter Belt

About Upper Caboolture

Upper Caboolture is a rural locality situated approximately 50 kilometres north of Brisbane's CBD within the Moreton Bay Regional Council area. Covering around 16 square kilometres, it is home to 5,087 residents and has a distinctly semi-rural character with larger land parcels and acreage-style properties interspersed with newer residential development. With a young median age of 33 and an average household size of 3.1, the community skews toward young families, reflected in the high proportion of children and teenagers in the population.

Upper Caboolture offers a more affordable entry into the greater Brisbane property market, with lower median incomes and housing costs reflecting its outer suburban and rural character. The area has seen growth as families seek larger blocks and a quieter lifestyle within commuting distance of Caboolture town centre and the Bruce Highway corridor. Residents have access to local schools, sporting facilities, and bushland reserves, with the town of Caboolture nearby providing shops, hospital services, and train connections to Brisbane.

Upper Caboolture falls under postcode 4510 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Glass House electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4510
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moreton Bay
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Glass House
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.12°, 152.90°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
16.10 km²
Elevation
44m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,820
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.3%

0 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Caboolture Station
6 km
N/A — drive recommended

Bus Services

  • Translink Route 648, 649 — Caboolture Station and surrounds 15-20 min to Caboolture

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
50 km
By Train
Drive to Caboolture Station (10 min), then 60-70 min train to Brisbane Roma Street
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-55 min

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway; Park n Ride at Caboolture Station; growing area with improving infrastructure

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Upper Caboolture is a dispersed semi-rural locality where a car is essential for all daily errands and activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
402.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.9% 10yr Down 44.2%
Motor vehicle theft
187.2 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
687.9 / 100k
2yr Down 19.0% 10yr Up 104.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.3 / 100k
2yr Down 27.3% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Down 13.9% 10yr Down 18.0%
View all offence categories for Moreton Bay →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,214
Census 2021
5,087
▲ 20.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,084
Personal Income 2021
$40,560
▲ 26.4% 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
$40,560 / yr
$780/wk
Household
$97,708 / yr
$1879/wk
Family
$101,504 / yr
$1952/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,127
Born Overseas 742

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 203
  • 2. England 184
  • 3. South Africa 41
  • 4. Philippines 28
  • 5. Papua New Guinea 22
  • 6. Scotland 21
  • 7. Germany 19
  • 8. Fiji 15
  • 9. Ireland 15
  • 10. Netherlands 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,279
Australian 2,177
Irish 482
Scottish 466
German 352
Australian Aboriginal 213
Dutch 95
Italian 89
New Zealander 73
Maori 71

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,248
Both parents born in Australia
928
Both parents born overseas
682
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.2%
Christianity
39.9%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
352 (6.9%)
5-14 years
877 (17.2%)
15-19 years
359 (7.1%)
20-24 years
313 (6.2%)
25-34 years
708 (13.9%)
35-44 years
659 (13.0%)
45-54 years
618 (12.1%)
55-64 years
533 (10.5%)
65-74 years
455 (8.9%)
75-84 years
183 (3.6%)
85+ years
38 (0.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Upper Caboolture known for? +

Upper Caboolture is known as a fast-growing semi-rural locality in the Moreton Bay Region, popular with families seeking larger block sizes and hobby farm properties at more affordable prices than inner Brisbane suburbs.

How far is Upper Caboolture from Brisbane CBD? +

Upper Caboolture is approximately 50 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD. The drive via the Bruce Highway takes around 55-75 minutes depending on traffic.

Does Upper Caboolture have public transport? +

Upper Caboolture has limited public transport. Local Translink bus routes connect to Caboolture train station (about 6 km away), where Sunshine Coast line trains run into Brisbane Roma Street in approximately 60-70 minutes. A car is recommended for most travel.

What is the population of Upper Caboolture? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 5,087 residents in Upper Caboolture. The locality is one of the faster-growing areas in the Moreton Bay Region as Brisbane's growth frontier expands northward.

Is Upper Caboolture a good place to live? +

Upper Caboolture suits families and those seeking acreage living within reach of Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. The more affordable land prices, semi-rural character, and improving infrastructure make it an increasingly popular choice for tree-changers.

What is the postcode for Upper Caboolture? +

The postcode for Upper Caboolture, Queensland is 4510.

What is the average income in Upper Caboolture? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Upper Caboolture is about $780 per week (around $40,600 per year). The median household income is $1,879 per week and the median family income is $1,952 per week.

What is the age profile of Upper Caboolture? +

The median age in Upper Caboolture is 33. The largest age group is 5–14 (877 residents, around 17%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Upper Caboolture a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Upper Caboolture is part of the Moreton Bay 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 Upper Caboolture? +

In Upper Caboolture, the median weekly rent is $360, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,820 (2021 Census).