Bulimba
QLD 4171 • Greater Brisbane
About Bulimba
Bulimba is an affluent inner eastern suburb of Brisbane, situated on a bend of the Brisbane River approximately 4 kilometres from the CBD within the Brisbane City Council area. With a population of 7,623 across just 2.1 square kilometres, it is a tightly settled and highly desirable address with a strong sense of community. The suburb has a median household income of $2,805 per week and a median age of 40, attracting established professionals and families drawn to its prestigious riverside setting and heritage character homes.
Oxford Street forms the heart of Bulimba's village precinct, lined with cafes, restaurants, boutiques and a cinema that give the suburb a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. A CityCat ferry terminal provides a scenic commute across the river to the CBD and inner suburbs, complementing bus connections and easy road access. Well-regarded state and private schools nearby make Bulimba popular with families, while its Queenslander streetscapes, riverside parks and active community events make it one of Brisbane's most sought-after inner suburbs.
Bulimba falls under postcode 4171 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bulimba electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsCnr Oxford And Duke Street Bulimba 4171 QLD
Schools
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Oxford Street
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33 Alexandra Street
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86 Hawthorne Road
Housing 2021 Census
29 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 518
- 2. New Zealand 264
- 3. South Africa 104
- 4. Scotland 79
- 5. United States 71
- 6. Brazil 57
- 7. China 53
- 8. Canada 40
- 9. Ireland 39
- 10. Germany 38
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)