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Virginia

QLD 4014 • Greater Brisbane

2,395
Population (2021)
$134,628
Median Household Income
2.99 km²
Area
$443/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanFamily-FriendlyMid-RangeCommuter Belt

About Virginia

Virginia is a northern Brisbane suburb located approximately 13 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD, within the Brisbane City Council local government area. With a population of 2,395 according to the 2021 Census — up from 2,209 in 2016 — the suburb has seen steady residential growth. Situated near the Gateway Motorway in Brisbane's outer northern corridor, Virginia is characterised by a mix of light industrial land use, warehousing, and established residential pockets, with a median household income of approximately $2,589 per week and a median age of 36 years.

Residents benefit from excellent motorway access, with the Gateway Motorway and Inner City Bypass providing quick connections to the Brisbane CBD and Brisbane Airport, just minutes to the east. Bus services on Nudgee Road link Virginia to nearby train stations on the Shorncliffe Line at Northgate and Geebung, though most residents rely on private vehicles for commuting and daily errands. The suburb attracts working families and owner-occupiers drawn by relative affordability compared to inner-Brisbane suburbs, with nearby retail along the Gympie Road corridor at Aspley and Chermside providing shopping, dining, and services. Local parks and primary schools serve the residential community, making Virginia a functional and well-positioned base in Brisbane's north.

Virginia falls under postcode 4014 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nudgee electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4014
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer North
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Lilley
State Electorate
Nudgee
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.38°, 153.06°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.99 km²
Elevation
9m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$443
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
36 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Northgate
1.8 km
22 min
Geebung
2.2 km
28 min

Bus Services

  • Routes via Nudgee Road / Gympie Road corridor — Northgate Station / Brisbane CBD 30-40 min to city

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
13 km
By Train
~30 min from Northgate Station on the Shorncliffe Line to Brisbane Central
By Car (Peak)
20-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Gateway Motorway and Inner City Bypass provide direct access to CBD and airport; Brisbane Airport is ~5 km east

Walkability Car-Dependent

The suburb's mix of industrial and residential land use makes most errands car-dependent; bus connections to rail available but limited

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
832.9 / 100k
2yr Down 25.0% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
371.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 77.2%
Non-FV assault
713.9 / 100k
2yr Up 17.9% 10yr Up 138.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
29 / 100k
2yr Down 15.0% 10yr Up 83.4%
Steal from vehicle
616.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 28.4%
View all offence categories for Brisbane →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,209
Census 2021
2,395
▲ 8.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$48,984
Personal Income 2021
$59,072
▲ 20.6% 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
$59,072 / yr
$1136/wk
Household
$134,628 / yr
$2589/wk
Family
$154,856 / yr
$2978/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,819
Born Overseas 516

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 104
  • 2. India 66
  • 3. England 63
  • 4. Nepal 26
  • 5. Philippines 20
  • 6. South Africa 20
  • 7. Fiji 14
  • 8. China 12
  • 9. Malaysia 11
  • 10. Germany 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 933
Australian 822
Irish 368
Scottish 325
German 141
Indian 73
Italian 65
Chinese 57
Dutch 41
Maori 39

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,308
Both parents born in Australia
662
Both parents born overseas
353
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.4%
No Religion
43.0%
Hinduism
4.0%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
179 (7.5%)
5-14 years
354 (14.8%)
15-19 years
105 (4.4%)
20-24 years
117 (4.9%)
25-34 years
377 (15.7%)
35-44 years
458 (19.1%)
45-54 years
330 (13.8%)
55-64 years
218 (9.1%)
65-74 years
162 (6.8%)
75-84 years
65 (2.7%)
85+ years
41 (1.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Virginia known for? +

Virginia QLD is known as a light industrial and residential suburb in Brisbane's north, strategically located near the Gateway Motorway and Brisbane Airport. The suburb's Virginia Industrial Area is a major logistics and warehousing precinct serving Greater Brisbane.

How far is Virginia from Brisbane CBD? +

Virginia is approximately 13 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD, a 20-35 minute drive depending on traffic, or around 30 minutes by train from nearby Northgate Station.

Does Virginia have public transport? +

Virginia is served by bus routes connecting to nearby Northgate and Geebung railway stations on the Shorncliffe Line, which provides train services to Brisbane Central. Most residents rely on private vehicles for daily commuting.

What is the population of Virginia? +

According to the 2021 Census, Virginia has a population of approximately 2,395 residents, an increase from 2,209 in 2016, reflecting steady residential growth in Brisbane's northern corridor.

Is Virginia a good place to live? +

Virginia suits working families and commuters who value motorway access and affordability over inner-city living. Its proximity to Brisbane Airport, the Chermside shopping precinct, and major arterials makes it a practical choice, though the industrial land use in parts of the suburb is worth considering.

What is the postcode for Virginia? +

The postcode for Virginia, QLD is 4014.

What is the average income in Virginia? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Virginia is about $1,136 per week (around $59,100 per year). The median household income is $2,589 per week and the median family income is $2,978 per week.

What is the age profile of Virginia? +

The median age in Virginia is 36. The largest age group is 35–44 (458 residents, around 19%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Virginia a safe area? +

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

In Virginia, the median weekly rent is $443, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,200 (2021 Census).