Drewvale

QLD 4116 • Greater Brisbane

4,779
Population (2021)
$43,316
Median Income
4.39 km²
Area
70m
Elevation

About Drewvale

Drewvale is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 4,779 and a median income of $43,316, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.39 km² at an elevation of 70m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Brisbane.

Part of Greater Brisbane, the suburb enjoys a subtropical climate and relaxed Queensland lifestyle. Residents have access to local amenities, parks, and good transport connections to the CBD. Drewvale offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Drewvale falls under postcode 4116 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stretton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4116
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer South
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.65°, 153.06°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
4.39 km²
Elevation
70m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$460
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,993
Avg Household Size
3.5 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,476
Census 2021
4,779
6.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,596
Income 2021
$43,316
15.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,353
Born Overseas 2,298

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 463
  • 2. New Zealand 308
  • 3. China 302
  • 4. England 99
  • 5. South Korea 89
  • 6. Fiji 85
  • 7. Taiwan 74
  • 8. Philippines 57
  • 9. Hong Kong 54
  • 10. Pakistan 46
  • 11. South Africa 44
  • 12. Vietnam 44
  • 13. Egypt 32
  • 14. Malaysia 32
  • 15. Afghanistan 31

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 903
Australian 887
Chinese 692
Indian 654
Scottish 192
Irish 175
German 139
Samoan 135
Korean 128
Filipino 117

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

990
Both parents born in Australia
3,211
Both parents born overseas
435
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.3%
No Religion
30.4%
Islam
7.2%
Hinduism
7.0%
Sikhism
4.0%
Buddhism
3.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
329 (6.9%)
5-14 years
969 (20.3%)
15-19 years
342 (7.2%)
20-24 years
242 (5.1%)
25-34 years
474 (9.9%)
35-44 years
929 (19.4%)
45-54 years
604 (12.6%)
55-64 years
421 (8.8%)
65-74 years
240 (5.0%)
75-84 years
158 (3.3%)
85+ years
63 (1.3%)

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