East Brisbane

QLD 4169 • Greater Brisbane

6,186
Population (2021)
$54,236
Median Income
1.88 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Inner CityWalkableLifestyleYoung ProfessionalsHeritage

About East Brisbane

East Brisbane is an inner southern suburb of Brisbane, located just 3.6 kilometres south-east of the CBD within the City of Brisbane. With a population of around 6,190 and a young median age of 33, the suburb has a vibrant, cosmopolitan character. Its proximity to the CBD and diverse housing stock — from heritage Queenslanders to modern apartments — attracts a mix of young professionals, couples and families.

East Brisbane offers an enviable lifestyle with the iconic Mowbray Park and its riverfront setting providing green space for residents. The suburb neighbours the Gabba cricket ground and is close to the Stones Corner retail and dining precinct. Woolloongabba and Coorparoo provide additional shopping, restaurants and entertainment. With excellent public transport, cycle paths along the Brisbane River, and a walkable urban environment, East Brisbane is one of Brisbane's most convenient and liveable inner suburbs.

East Brisbane falls under postcode 4169 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Brisbane electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4169
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.48°, 153.05°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.88 km²
Elevation
15m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Coorparoo Station
1.2 km
15 mins
Norman Park Station
1 km
12 mins
Woolloongabba Station (Cross River Rail)
1.5 km
18 mins

Bus Services

  • 204 — City via Woolloongabba 15 mins
  • 235 — City via Stones Corner 15 mins

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
3.6 km
By Train
10-15 mins (via Coorparoo or Norman Park)
By Bus
15-20 mins
By Car (Peak)
10-20 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
8-12 mins

🛣️ Very close to CBD; cycling is a popular commute option via riverside paths

Walkability Very Walkable

Excellent walkability with shops, restaurants, parks and public transport all within easy reach

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.4%

104 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,934
Census 2021
6,186
4.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,408
Income 2021
$54,236
22.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,977
Born Overseas 1,853

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 226
  • 2. New Zealand 205
  • 3. China 90
  • 4. India 78
  • 5. South Africa 65
  • 6. Philippines 59
  • 7. Brazil 58
  • 8. Italy 56
  • 9. Nepal 52
  • 10. Vietnam 49

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,218
Australian 1,648
Irish 912
Scottish 718
German 348
Chinese 286
Italian 271
Indian 113
Dutch 106
Australian Aboriginal 92

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,759
Both parents born in Australia
2,160
Both parents born overseas
886
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.8%
Christianity
37.5%
Buddhism
2.2%
Hinduism
2.2%
Islam
1.1%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
219 (3.5%)
5-14 years
467 (7.5%)
15-19 years
277 (4.5%)
20-24 years
734 (11.9%)
25-34 years
1,568 (25.3%)
35-44 years
1,007 (16.3%)
45-54 years
755 (12.2%)
55-64 years
551 (8.9%)
65-74 years
366 (5.9%)
75-84 years
181 (2.9%)
85+ years
53 (0.9%)

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