Ferny Hills

QLD 4055 • Greater Brisbane

8,726
Population (2021)
$49,764
Median Income
10.25 km²
Area
91m
Elevation

About Ferny Hills

Ferny Hills is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Moreton Bay (Regional Council) area. With a population of 8,726 and a median income of $49,764, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 10.25 km² at an elevation of 91m, 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. Ferny Hills offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Ferny Hills falls under postcode 4055 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ferny Grove electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4055
Urban Area
Pine Rivers - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.39°, 152.93°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
10.25 km²
Elevation
91m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$448
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,972
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,739
Census 2021
8,726
0.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,288
Income 2021
$49,764
20.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,153
Born Overseas 1,384

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 363
  • 2. New Zealand 241
  • 3. South Africa 106
  • 4. Germany 49
  • 5. Scotland 48
  • 6. Ireland 40
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 35
  • 8. United States 34
  • 9. India 31
  • 10. Zimbabwe 28
  • 11. Italy 23
  • 12. Philippines 23
  • 13. Sri Lanka 22
  • 14. Malaysia 21
  • 15. Netherlands 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,823
Australian 3,551
Irish 1,332
Scottish 1,238
German 662
Italian 260
Australian Aboriginal 152
Dutch 151
New Zealander 126
Welsh 109

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,373
Both parents born in Australia
1,741
Both parents born overseas
1,411
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.2%
Christianity
46.1%
Hinduism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
477 (5.5%)
5-14 years
1,331 (15.3%)
15-19 years
570 (6.5%)
20-24 years
402 (4.6%)
25-34 years
932 (10.7%)
35-44 years
1,347 (15.4%)
45-54 years
1,339 (15.3%)
55-64 years
873 (10.0%)
65-74 years
803 (9.2%)
75-84 years
506 (5.8%)
85+ years
142 (1.6%)

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