Boonah

QLD 4310 • Greater Brisbane

2,557
Population (2021)
$29,120
Median Income
11.11 km²
Area
114m
Elevation

About Boonah

Boonah is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Scenic Rim (Regional Council) area. With a population of 2,557 and a median income of $29,120, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 11.11 km² at an elevation of 114m, 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. Boonah offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Boonah falls under postcode 4310 and is governed by Scenic Rim Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Scenic Rim electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4310
Urban Area
Beaudesert - Boonah
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.99°, 152.68°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
11.11 km²
Elevation
114m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,261
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
50 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,484
Census 2021
2,557
2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,428
Income 2021
$29,120
14.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,076
Born Overseas 315

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 85
  • 2. South Korea 50
  • 3. New Zealand 42
  • 4. Indonesia 17
  • 5. Philippines 15
  • 6. Japan 9
  • 7. Scotland 9
  • 8. Netherlands 7
  • 9. Germany 6
  • 10. India 6
  • 11. South Africa 6
  • 12. Taiwan 6
  • 13. Canada 5
  • 14. Papua New Guinea 5
  • 15. Poland 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,100
Australian 974
German 390
Irish 289
Scottish 259
Australian Aboriginal 58
Korean 56
Italian 45
Dutch 38
Polish 22

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,779
Both parents born in Australia
371
Both parents born overseas
246
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.1%
No Religion
37.7%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
111 (4.3%)
5-14 years
277 (10.8%)
15-19 years
167 (6.5%)
20-24 years
82 (3.2%)
25-34 years
255 (10.0%)
35-44 years
241 (9.4%)
45-54 years
261 (10.2%)
55-64 years
340 (13.3%)
65-74 years
381 (14.9%)
75-84 years
262 (10.2%)
85+ years
175 (6.8%)

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