Esk

QLD 4312 • Greater Brisbane

1,641
Population (2021)
$24,908
Median Income
59.64 km²
Area
133m
Elevation

About Esk

Esk is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Somerset (Regional Council) area. With a population of 1,641 and a median income of $24,908, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 59.64 km² at an elevation of 133m, 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. Esk offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Esk falls under postcode 4312 and is governed by Somerset Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4312
Urban Area
Esk - Kilcoy
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.26°, 152.42°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
59.64 km²
Elevation
133m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$260
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,181
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
58 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,698
Census 2021
1,641
3.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$22,880
Income 2021
$24,908
8.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,259
Born Overseas 283

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 98
  • 2. New Zealand 59
  • 3. Germany 17
  • 4. Scotland 15
  • 5. Philippines 13
  • 6. Netherlands 10
  • 7. India 8
  • 8. Malaysia 8
  • 9. South Africa 7
  • 10. Thailand 7
  • 11. Zimbabwe 6
  • 12. Taiwan 5
  • 13. United States 5
  • 14. Japan 4
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 736
Australian 665
Scottish 197
Irish 181
German 157
Australian Aboriginal 60
Dutch 26
Filipino 17
New Zealander 15
Italian 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,048
Both parents born in Australia
310
Both parents born overseas
189
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.9%
No Religion
38.8%
Buddhism
1.1%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
42 (2.6%)
5-14 years
130 (7.9%)
15-19 years
71 (4.3%)
20-24 years
47 (2.9%)
25-34 years
100 (6.1%)
35-44 years
130 (7.9%)
45-54 years
198 (12.1%)
55-64 years
307 (18.7%)
65-74 years
379 (23.1%)
75-84 years
194 (11.8%)
85+ years
38 (2.3%)

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