Coopers Plains

QLD 4108 • Greater Brisbane

5,675
Population (2021)
$37,492
Median Income
4.10 km²
Area
27m
Elevation
Well-ConnectedMulticulturalAffordableHealthcare Hub

About Coopers Plains

Coopers Plains is a well-established southern suburb of Brisbane, located 11 km south-west of the CBD within the City of Brisbane. Home to approximately 5,675 residents, the suburb has a diverse, multicultural community with a mix of older Queensland-style homes and newer townhouse developments. It is perhaps best known as the home of the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital, a major public healthcare facility.

Coopers Plains offers an accessible suburban lifestyle with excellent public transport and proximity to Sunnybank's vibrant Asian dining precinct. The suburb features local parks, schools, and convenient access to major employment areas including the hospital and nearby commercial zones. Residents appreciate the affordability compared to inner-city suburbs while enjoying a direct train link to the CBD. The area attracts healthcare workers, young families, and multicultural communities seeking well-connected, affordable living.

Coopers Plains falls under postcode 4108 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Toohey electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4108
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer South
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.57°, 153.04°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
4.10 km²
Elevation
27m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Coopers Plains
0.3 km
4 min
Banoon
1.2 km
15 min
Salisbury (QLD)
1.5 km
19 min
Moorooka
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • 130 — Brisbane CBD via Annerley Road 27 min
  • 140 — Queen Street via Garden City 35 min
  • 155 — QEII Hospital to Sunnybank 10 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
11 km
By Train
22 min
By Bus
27 min
By Car (Peak)
25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Coopers Plains station on the Beenleigh line provides frequent trains to Central and Roma Street. Trains run every 15 minutes during peak, every 30 minutes off-peak.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Train station and some shops within walking distance; good for commuters but car useful for broader errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$369
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,755
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,483
Census 2021
5,675
3.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,352
Income 2021
$37,492
37.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,700
Born Overseas 2,694

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 568
  • 2. China 372
  • 3. Philippines 201
  • 4. Taiwan 155
  • 5. Vietnam 128
  • 6. New Zealand 123
  • 7. Malaysia 116
  • 8. South Korea 79
  • 9. Hong Kong 74
  • 10. England 72
  • 11. Sri Lanka 46
  • 12. Iran 40
  • 13. Indonesia 35
  • 14. Bosnia & Herzegovina 34
  • 15. Fiji 27

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,170
Australian 1,144
Chinese 931
Indian 552
Irish 378
Scottish 329
Filipino 245
German 184
Vietnamese 175
Australian Aboriginal 118

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,532
Both parents born in Australia
3,284
Both parents born overseas
542
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
37.5%
No Religion
35.5%
Hinduism
10.0%
Buddhism
4.5%
Islam
3.7%
Sikhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
315 (5.6%)
5-14 years
523 (9.2%)
15-19 years
244 (4.3%)
20-24 years
520 (9.2%)
25-34 years
1,365 (24.1%)
35-44 years
872 (15.4%)
45-54 years
593 (10.4%)
55-64 years
493 (8.7%)
65-74 years
389 (6.9%)
75-84 years
264 (4.7%)
85+ years
83 (1.5%)

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