Hawthorne

QLD 4171 • Greater Brisbane

5,090
Population (2021)
$71,188
Median Income
1.36 km²
Area
12m
Elevation

About Hawthorne

Hawthorne is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 5,090 and a median income of $71,188, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 1.36 km² at an elevation of 12m, 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. Hawthorne offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Hawthorne falls under postcode 4171 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bulimba electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4171
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner East
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.46°, 153.06°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.36 km²
Elevation
12m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,809
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,989
Census 2021
5,090
2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$58,448
Income 2021
$71,188
21.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,852
Born Overseas 1,115

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 263
  • 2. New Zealand 162
  • 3. South Africa 64
  • 4. United States 44
  • 5. Scotland 41
  • 6. India 38
  • 7. Ireland 33
  • 8. Philippines 21
  • 9. Canada 20
  • 10. Netherlands 19
  • 11. Brazil 18
  • 12. Italy 18
  • 13. Malaysia 18
  • 14. Fiji 17
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 17

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,120
Australian 1,725
Irish 840
Scottish 716
German 286
Italian 242
Chinese 112
Dutch 98
Indian 97
Greek 89

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,754
Both parents born in Australia
1,330
Both parents born overseas
868
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.5%
No Religion
40.8%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
267 (5.2%)
5-14 years
740 (14.5%)
15-19 years
368 (7.2%)
20-24 years
321 (6.3%)
25-34 years
652 (12.8%)
35-44 years
827 (16.2%)
45-54 years
879 (17.3%)
55-64 years
598 (11.7%)
65-74 years
289 (5.7%)
75-84 years
106 (2.1%)
85+ years
31 (0.6%)

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