Kelvin Grove

QLD 4059 • Greater Brisbane

7,909
Population (2021)
$39,364
Median Income
1.69 km²
Area
51m
Elevation

About Kelvin Grove

Kelvin Grove is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 7,909 and a median income of $39,364, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.69 km² at an elevation of 51m, 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. Kelvin Grove offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

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

📍 Location

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

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

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

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
28 years

👥 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
  • 11. Brazil 77
  • 12. Sri Lanka 70
  • 13. Singapore 69
  • 14. Japan 61
  • 15. South Africa 61

🧬 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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