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Kelvin Grove

QLD 4059 • Greater Brisbane

7,909
Population (2021)
$39,364
Median Income
1.69 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
UniversityInner-CityWalkableCultural HubYoung Professionals

About Kelvin Grove

Kelvin Grove is a vibrant inner-northern suburb of Brisbane, located just 3.6 km from the CBD. With a population of around 7,909, it features a dynamic mix of traditional Queenslander homes, post-war cottages, and modern apartment developments. The suburb has a notably high population density and a young demographic profile, largely driven by the presence of the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Kelvin Grove campus.

The suburb is a cultural and educational hub, home to QUT's creative industries precinct and the La Boite Theatre Company at the Roundhouse Theatre. The Kelvin Grove Urban Village provides a blend of retail, dining, and community spaces. Residents enjoy excellent public transport connections, cycling paths, and walkable streets, making it popular with students, young professionals, and families who want inner-city convenience with a community feel.

Kelvin Grove falls under postcode 4059 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the McConnel electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4059
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner North
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Brisbane
State Electorate
McConnel
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.45°, 153.01°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.69 km²
Elevation
51m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Roma Street Station
2.5 km
30 min
Fortitude Valley Station
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • 390, 391, 392, 393 — Brisbane CBD (King George Square) 10-15 min
  • Free QUT Shuttle — QUT Gardens Point campus 15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
3.6 km
By Train
N/A - no station in suburb; bus preferred
By Bus
10-15 min
By Car (Peak)
10-15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 min

🛣️ Excellent bus frequency due to QUT campus; cycling to CBD takes ~15 min

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot with good local shops, dining, and services along Kelvin Grove Road

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    57 Musk Ave Kelvin Grove 4059 QLD
  • ALDI
    12 Bishop Street, Kelvin Grove QLD 4059

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
28 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.1%

43 state housing + 86 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,927
Census 2021
7,909
▼ 0.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,316
Income 2021
$39,364
▲ 29.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,360
Born Overseas 3,260

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 450
  • 2. India 281
  • 3. England 201
  • 4. New Zealand 179
  • 5. Vietnam 163
  • 6. Hong Kong 98
  • 7. South Korea 92
  • 8. Philippines 92
  • 9. Malaysia 88
  • 10. Taiwan 79

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,266
Australian 1,973
Chinese 899
Irish 896
Scottish 760
German 389
Indian 329
Italian 258
Vietnamese 187
Dutch 139

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,010
Both parents born in Australia
3,620
Both parents born overseas
953
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.2%
Christianity
28.3%
Islam
4.3%
Buddhism
4.1%
Hinduism
3.6%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
300 (3.8%)
5-14 years
762 (9.6%)
15-19 years
740 (9.4%)
20-24 years
1,411 (17.8%)
25-34 years
1,800 (22.8%)
35-44 years
1,113 (14.1%)
45-54 years
826 (10.4%)
55-64 years
457 (5.8%)
65-74 years
287 (3.6%)
75-84 years
147 (1.9%)
85+ years
76 (1.0%)

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