Darra
QLD 4076 • Greater Brisbane
About Darra
Darra is a culturally diverse western suburb of Brisbane, located approximately 15 kilometres from the Brisbane CBD within the Brisbane City Council local government area. With a population of 4,098 and a median age of 36, the suburb has a young, family-oriented demographic and is home to one of Queensland's most prominent Vietnamese communities — nearly 600 residents were born in Vietnam, making Vietnamese the most common ancestry group alongside Anglo-Australian heritage. Median household income is around $1,560 per week, with affordable mortgage and rent costs underpinning strong demand from first-home buyers and growing families.
Darra has its own train station on both the Ipswich and Springfield Central lines, providing quick and frequent connections to the Brisbane CBD and surrounding employment centres. The suburb has a mix of residential streets, light industrial land, and local retail, and is served by a selection of local shops, Vietnamese restaurants, and multicultural grocery stores that reflect the character of the community. Its affordability, transport links, and strong cultural identity make Darra an increasingly popular choice for families and newcomers to Brisbane.
Darra falls under postcode 4076 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Ommaney electorate.
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Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 444, Route 445 — Brisbane CBD (Roma Street) 35-45 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Excellent train access with two lines; Ipswich Motorway provides freeway access to CBD
Local shops and train station are walkable, but most larger errands and destinations require a car or public transport
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths166 Monier Road Darra 4076 QLD
Schools
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Winslow Street
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Orford Drive
Housing 2021 Census
22 state housing + 16 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. Vietnam 600
- 2. New Zealand 125
- 3. India 105
- 4. Philippines 67
- 5. England 65
- 6. Samoa 39
- 7. Bangladesh 36
- 8. Lebanon 30
- 9. Fiji 28
- 10. Sri Lanka 27
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)