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Deagon

QLD 4017 • Greater Brisbane

3,773
Population (2021)
$43,212
Median Income
2.82 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
AffordableFamily-FriendlyClose to TransportCoastal Proximity

About Deagon

Deagon is an outer northern suburb of Brisbane, located approximately 18 kilometres north of the CBD within the City of Brisbane. With a population of around 3,770, the suburb covers 3 square kilometres at a low elevation of just 5 metres. Deagon is part of the broader Sandgate area and has a relaxed, community-oriented character. The suburb is well-connected by rail, with its own Deagon railway station on the Shorncliffe line.

Deagon offers affordable living with good access to nearby Sandgate's waterfront dining, shops, and the popular Shorncliffe Pier. The suburb is home to the Eagle Farm Racecourse's northern training facilities and various parks. Residents enjoy proximity to Moreton Bay, with Sandgate beach just minutes away. It attracts a mix of young families and long-term residents who appreciate its quiet streets and convenient rail access to the Brisbane CBD.

Deagon falls under postcode 4017 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Sandgate electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4017
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer North
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Lilley
State Electorate
Sandgate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.33°, 153.06°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.82 km²
Elevation
5m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Deagon
0.3 km
4 min
Sandgate
1.5 km
18 min
Boondall
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • 320, 322 — Sandgate / Bracken Ridge 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
18.6 km
By Train
35 min
By Bus
45-55 min
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ Direct train on Shorncliffe Line to Central

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Basic amenities are accessible on foot but most shopping requires travelling to Sandgate or Bracken Ridge.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,846
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.8%

11 state housing + 16 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,675
Census 2021
3,773
▲ 2.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,008
Income 2021
$43,212
▲ 27.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,919
Born Overseas 698

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 180
  • 2. New Zealand 159
  • 3. Philippines 57
  • 4. India 25
  • 5. South Africa 19
  • 6. Netherlands 17
  • 7. China 16
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 15
  • 9. Ireland 14
  • 10. Scotland 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,591
Australian 1,447
Irish 554
Scottish 474
German 249
Australian Aboriginal 89
Italian 88
New Zealander 85
Filipino 73
Dutch 58

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,181
Both parents born in Australia
854
Both parents born overseas
561
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.5%
Christianity
44.6%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
181 (4.8%)
5-14 years
442 (11.7%)
15-19 years
230 (6.1%)
20-24 years
170 (4.5%)
25-34 years
437 (11.6%)
35-44 years
528 (14.0%)
45-54 years
637 (16.9%)
55-64 years
453 (12.0%)
65-74 years
400 (10.6%)
75-84 years
207 (5.5%)
85+ years
85 (2.3%)

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