Forestdale

QLD 4118 • Greater Brisbane

2,560
Population (2021)
$45,864
Median Income
6.08 km²
Area
49m
Elevation

About Forestdale

Forestdale is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Logan (City) area. With a population of 2,560 and a median income of $45,864, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 6.08 km² at an elevation of 49m, 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. Forestdale offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Forestdale falls under postcode 4118 and is governed by Logan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Algester electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4118
Urban Area
Browns Plains
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.66°, 153.00°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
6.08 km²
Elevation
49m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,383
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,531
Census 2021
2,560
1.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,132
Income 2021
$45,864
11.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,774
Born Overseas 708

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 130
  • 2. New Zealand 87
  • 3. Vietnam 84
  • 4. India 44
  • 5. South Africa 38
  • 6. Taiwan 38
  • 7. Fiji 26
  • 8. China 25
  • 9. Croatia 17
  • 10. Netherlands 14
  • 11. Scotland 12
  • 12. Ireland 11
  • 13. Singapore 9
  • 14. Malaysia 8
  • 15. Germany 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 929
Australian 772
Scottish 276
Irish 263
German 149
Chinese 140
Vietnamese 129
Italian 92
Indian 89
Dutch 66

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,168
Both parents born in Australia
956
Both parents born overseas
343
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.9%
No Religion
32.7%
Buddhism
3.7%
Hinduism
1.9%
Islam
1.6%
Sikhism
1.1%
Judaism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
99 (3.9%)
5-14 years
348 (13.6%)
15-19 years
187 (7.3%)
20-24 years
175 (6.8%)
25-34 years
206 (8.0%)
35-44 years
300 (11.7%)
45-54 years
392 (15.3%)
55-64 years
403 (15.7%)
65-74 years
347 (13.6%)
75-84 years
90 (3.5%)
85+ years
10 (0.4%)

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