Durack

QLD 4077 • Greater Brisbane

7,788
Population (2021)
$31,044
Median Income
4.07 km²
Area
14m
Elevation
MulticulturalAffordableFamily-FriendlyGrowth SuburbDiverse

About Durack

Durack is a multicultural suburban community in Brisbane's south-western corridor, located approximately 17 kilometres from the Brisbane CBD. With a population of around 7,788 (2021 Census), the suburb sits within the Brisbane City local government area and covers just over 4 square kilometres. Durack has one of Brisbane's most culturally diverse populations, with significant Vietnamese, Pacific Islander, and Indigenous communities contributing to its vibrant character.

The suburb offers affordable housing options and convenient access to Inala Plaza and the nearby Forest Lake shopping centres for everyday needs. Durack is serviced by multiple bus routes connecting to Oxley train station and the Brisbane CBD. Local parks and the Oxley Creek corridor provide green space for recreation. The area attracts first-home buyers, young families, and multicultural communities seeking affordable suburban living with reasonable transport connections to the city.

Durack falls under postcode 4077 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Inala electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4077
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.59°, 152.99°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
4.07 km²
Elevation
14m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Oxley
3.5 km
N/A (bus)
Darra
4 km
N/A (bus)
Inala (bus interchange)
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • 100 — Inala to Brown Plains via Durack 10 min to Inala
  • 101 — Forest Lake to Oxley Station via Durack 20 min to Oxley
  • 104 — Inala to PA Hospital via Oxley 40 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
17 km
By Train
30 min (bus to Oxley + train to Central)
By Bus
45-55 min
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ No direct train station; residents typically bus to Oxley or Darra for rail services to the CBD.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Some local shops and schools are walkable, but most residents drive. Inala Plaza is accessible by bus or short drive.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,487
Census 2021
7,788
4.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,404
Income 2021
$31,044
13.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,774
Born Overseas 3,657

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 1,133
  • 2. New Zealand 247
  • 3. India 234
  • 4. Philippines 200
  • 5. England 196
  • 6. Sri Lanka 123
  • 7. Samoa 86
  • 8. China 73
  • 9. Fiji 72
  • 10. Malaysia 56
  • 11. Pakistan 47
  • 12. Indonesia 45
  • 13. Afghanistan 43
  • 14. Bangladesh 41
  • 15. Germany 37

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,635
Vietnamese 1,554
Australian 1,288
Irish 463
Chinese 396
Scottish 395
Filipino 264
Indian 262
German 252
Samoan 196

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,863
Both parents born in Australia
4,896
Both parents born overseas
624
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.2%
No Religion
25.7%
Buddhism
11.7%
Islam
8.8%
Hinduism
2.1%
Sikhism
1.9%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
500 (6.4%)
5-14 years
937 (12.0%)
15-19 years
446 (5.7%)
20-24 years
487 (6.3%)
25-34 years
1,035 (13.3%)
35-44 years
1,005 (12.9%)
45-54 years
883 (11.3%)
55-64 years
848 (10.9%)
65-74 years
711 (9.1%)
75-84 years
584 (7.5%)
85+ years
348 (4.5%)

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