Chermside West

QLD 4032 • Greater Brisbane

6,965
Population (2021)
$45,968
Median Income
3.52 km²
Area
49m
Elevation

About Chermside West

Chermside West is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 6,965 and a median income of $45,968, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 3.52 km² at an elevation of 49m, 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. Chermside West offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Chermside West falls under postcode 4032 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stafford electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4032
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer North
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.38°, 153.01°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
3.52 km²
Elevation
49m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$455
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,058
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,458
Census 2021
6,965
7.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,116
Income 2021
$45,968
20.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,972
Born Overseas 1,751

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 259
  • 2. India 239
  • 3. England 188
  • 4. China 107
  • 5. Philippines 96
  • 6. Italy 76
  • 7. South Africa 46
  • 8. Malaysia 43
  • 9. Papua New Guinea 43
  • 10. Scotland 32
  • 11. United States 30
  • 12. Ireland 29
  • 13. Japan 29
  • 14. Hong Kong 28
  • 15. Vietnam 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,394
Australian 2,282
Irish 952
Scottish 767
Italian 426
German 404
Indian 360
Chinese 326
Filipino 149
Australian Aboriginal 124

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,557
Both parents born in Australia
2,214
Both parents born overseas
936
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.3%
No Religion
37.7%
Hinduism
1.9%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.9%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
386 (5.5%)
5-14 years
850 (12.2%)
15-19 years
398 (5.7%)
20-24 years
436 (6.3%)
25-34 years
913 (13.1%)
35-44 years
963 (13.8%)
45-54 years
833 (12.0%)
55-64 years
733 (10.5%)
65-74 years
569 (8.2%)
75-84 years
552 (7.9%)
85+ years
330 (4.7%)

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