Cleveland

QLD 4163 • Greater Brisbane

15,850
Population (2021)
$38,792
Median Income
11.77 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
BaysideHeritage CharacterFerry TerminalRaby Bay

About Cleveland

Cleveland is the historic heart of Brisbane's Redlands, a bayside town of nearly 16,000 residents serving as the gateway to North Stradbroke Island. The rail terminus provides direct city access, while ferries connect to Straddie from Toondah Harbour. The heritage character and Raby Bay canals distinguish Cleveland from typical suburbia.

Life here blends bayside charm with suburban convenience—the heritage main street offers character dining, while Raby Bay provides prestige waterfront living. The community includes long-established residents and sea-changers drawn by the water lifestyle. Cleveland attracts those seeking Brisbane's bayside best, with genuine character and island accessibility.

Cleveland falls under postcode 4163 and is governed by Redland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oodgeroo electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4163
Urban Area
Redland
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.53°, 153.27°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
11.77 km²
Elevation
10m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cnr Middle Wynard Street & Shore Street Cleveland 4163 QLD
  • Woolworths
    91 Middle Street Cleveland 4163 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
51 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
14,801
Census 2021
15,850
7.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,112
Income 2021
$38,792
13.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 10,647
Born Overseas 4,645

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 1,406
  • 2. New Zealand 849
  • 3. South Africa 344
  • 4. Scotland 194
  • 5. China 128
  • 6. Philippines 104
  • 7. India 100
  • 8. Germany 99
  • 9. Ireland 88
  • 10. Netherlands 86

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 7,487
Australian 4,703
Irish 2,057
Scottish 2,003
German 986
Chinese 399
Italian 377
Dutch 356
Australian Aboriginal 310
New Zealander 242

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

7,703
Both parents born in Australia
5,420
Both parents born overseas
1,973
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.5%
No Religion
40.2%
Buddhism
1.2%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
484 (3.1%)
5-14 years
1,617 (10.2%)
15-19 years
950 (6.0%)
20-24 years
716 (4.5%)
25-34 years
1,170 (7.4%)
35-44 years
1,530 (9.7%)
45-54 years
2,133 (13.5%)
55-64 years
2,461 (15.5%)
65-74 years
2,476 (15.6%)
75-84 years
1,628 (10.3%)
85+ years
699 (4.4%)

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