Herston

QLD 4006 • Greater Brisbane

2,311
Population (2021)
$46,540
Median Income
1.69 km²
Area
31m
Elevation

About Herston

Herston is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 2,311 and a median income of $46,540, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.69 km² at an elevation of 31m, 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. Herston offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Herston falls under postcode 4006 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the McConnel electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4006
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner North
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.45°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.69 km²
Elevation
31m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,300
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
31 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,215
Census 2021
2,311
4.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,448
Income 2021
$46,540
43.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,402
Born Overseas 737

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 67
  • 2. England 60
  • 3. China 53
  • 4. New Zealand 47
  • 5. Sri Lanka 27
  • 6. Singapore 23
  • 7. Vietnam 23
  • 8. South Korea 22
  • 9. Philippines 22
  • 10. Bangladesh 21
  • 11. Taiwan 20
  • 12. Malaysia 19
  • 13. United States 19
  • 14. Canada 18
  • 15. Brazil 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 715
Australian 580
Irish 328
Scottish 236
Chinese 157
German 120
Indian 86
Italian 76
Dutch 42
Australian Aboriginal 39

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

955
Both parents born in Australia
826
Both parents born overseas
341
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.8%
Christianity
32.4%
Hinduism
2.8%
Buddhism
2.6%
Islam
2.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
104 (4.5%)
5-14 years
203 (8.8%)
15-19 years
127 (5.5%)
20-24 years
339 (14.7%)
25-34 years
568 (24.6%)
35-44 years
343 (14.8%)
45-54 years
290 (12.5%)
55-64 years
175 (7.6%)
65-74 years
100 (4.3%)
75-84 years
48 (2.1%)
85+ years
21 (0.9%)

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