Wilston

QLD 4051 • Greater Brisbane

4,110
Population (2021)
$65,416
Median Income
1.42 km²
Area
25m
Elevation

About Wilston

Wilston is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 4,110 and a median income of $65,416, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 1.42 km² at an elevation of 25m, 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. Wilston offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Wilston falls under postcode 4051 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stafford electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4051
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner North-West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.43°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.42 km²
Elevation
25m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$405
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,700
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,937
Census 2021
4,110
4.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$52,728
Income 2021
$65,416
24.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,221
Born Overseas 805

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 161
  • 2. New Zealand 85
  • 3. India 58
  • 4. Italy 35
  • 5. South Africa 33
  • 6. United States 28
  • 7. Scotland 22
  • 8. Malaysia 21
  • 9. Brazil 19
  • 10. China 19
  • 11. Singapore 18
  • 12. Canada 16
  • 13. Germany 15
  • 14. Ireland 15
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,742
Australian 1,405
Irish 844
Scottish 538
German 234
Italian 224
Chinese 113
Indian 78
Dutch 77
Polish 53

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,430
Both parents born in Australia
978
Both parents born overseas
601
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.4%
No Religion
42.5%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
1.1%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
211 (5.1%)
5-14 years
551 (13.4%)
15-19 years
303 (7.4%)
20-24 years
316 (7.7%)
25-34 years
552 (13.4%)
35-44 years
586 (14.3%)
45-54 years
692 (16.8%)
55-64 years
481 (11.7%)
65-74 years
264 (6.4%)
75-84 years
114 (2.8%)
85+ years
39 (0.9%)

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