Coominya

QLD 4311 • Greater Brisbane

1,029
Population (2021)
$25,740
Median Income
114.71 km²
Area
$250/wk
Median Rent
RuralAffordableQuietAcreageCommunity-Focused

About Coominya

Coominya is a small rural town in the Somerset Region of South East Queensland, situated in the Brisbane Valley about 90 kilometres west of Brisbane. With a population of around 1,030 and a median age of 50, it is a quiet, established community with a distinctly country character. The town has strong Australian and English heritage roots, with a small but notable Indigenous population. Coominya sits at an elevation of 116 metres amid undulating farmland and bushland along the Brisbane Valley Highway.

Life in Coominya revolves around its rural setting and tight-knit community. The town has a primary school, a general store, and community hall that hosts local events. The nearby Brisbane Valley Rail Trail — a popular cycling and walking path — passes through the area, attracting weekend visitors. Residents enjoy affordable property prices, large blocks, and a peaceful lifestyle that appeals to retirees, hobby farmers, and families seeking space. The town is within commuting distance of Ipswich and Brisbane for those willing to make the drive.

Coominya falls under postcode 4311 and is governed by Somerset Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4311
Urban Area
Esk - Kilcoy
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.38°, 152.47°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
114.71 km²
Elevation
116m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Brisbane Valley — Esk / Ipswich (limited school and town services) 30 min to Esk

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
90 km
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min

🛣️ No regular public transport to Brisbane. Ipswich (45 min drive) is the nearest city with train services. Car essential.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small rural town with very limited walkable amenities. A car is essential for daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,274
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
50 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,200
Census 2021
1,029
14.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,064
Income 2021
$25,740
2.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 844
Born Overseas 140

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 46
  • 2. Vietnam 27
  • 3. New Zealand 26
  • 4. Philippines 10
  • 5. Scotland 3
  • 6. South Africa 3
  • 7. Thailand 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 455
English 436
Irish 123
Scottish 104
German 74
Australian Aboriginal 57
Vietnamese 29
New Zealander 15
Dutch 14
Filipino 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

708
Both parents born in Australia
171
Both parents born overseas
100
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.4%
No Religion
43.0%
Buddhism
2.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
35 (3.4%)
5-14 years
111 (10.8%)
15-19 years
56 (5.4%)
20-24 years
38 (3.7%)
25-34 years
72 (7.0%)
35-44 years
110 (10.7%)
45-54 years
176 (17.1%)
55-64 years
181 (17.6%)
65-74 years
159 (15.5%)
75-84 years
68 (6.6%)
85+ years
20 (1.9%)

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