Kurwongbah

QLD 4503 • Greater Brisbane

1,552
Population (2021)
$40,248
Median Income
44.19 km²
Area
$365/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyLakesideAcreageNature

About Kurwongbah

Kurwongbah is a semi-rural suburb in the Moreton Bay region of Queensland, located approximately 35 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD. With a population of around 1,550, it offers a peaceful bushland lifestyle on a generous 44 square kilometres of land. The suburb is characterised by acreage properties, native bushland, and the picturesque Lake Kurwongbah, attracting families and those seeking a tree-change close to the city.

Lake Kurwongbah is the centrepiece of the suburb, popular for fishing, kayaking, and picnicking. Residents enjoy a quiet, nature-oriented lifestyle with horse properties and hobby farms common throughout the area. Local shops and schools are a short drive away in nearby Petrie and Kallangur, while the Dakabin and Petrie train stations provide commuter access to Brisbane.

Kurwongbah falls under postcode 4503 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kurwongbah electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4503
Urban Area
Pine Rivers - West
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.23°, 152.92°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
44.19 km²
Elevation
74m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dakabin
4.5 km
55 min
Petrie
5 km
60 min
Kallangur
6 km
75 min
Lawnton
5.5 km
65 min

Bus Services

  • 685 — Dakabin Station to Kurwongbah 15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
55 min from Dakabin
By Bus
N/A direct
By Car (Peak)
50-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-40 min

🛣️ Most residents drive to Dakabin or Petrie station for train services

Walkability Car-Dependent

Kurwongbah is a rural-residential suburb where a car is essential for daily errands and commuting.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$365
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,037
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,430
Census 2021
1,552
8.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,268
Income 2021
$40,248
17.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,242
Born Overseas 233

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 51
  • 2. England 40
  • 3. South Africa 26
  • 4. Scotland 11
  • 5. Netherlands 9
  • 6. India 7
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 6
  • 8. Vietnam 6
  • 9. Ireland 5
  • 10. Afghanistan 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 681
Australian 635
Scottish 221
Irish 176
German 95
Italian 52
Dutch 42
New Zealander 32
South African 30
Australian Aboriginal 20

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

990
Both parents born in Australia
274
Both parents born overseas
206
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.7%
No Religion
37.0%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.5%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
70 (4.5%)
5-14 years
232 (14.9%)
15-19 years
110 (7.1%)
20-24 years
91 (5.9%)
25-34 years
132 (8.5%)
35-44 years
180 (11.6%)
45-54 years
240 (15.5%)
55-64 years
192 (12.4%)
65-74 years
181 (11.7%)
75-84 years
108 (7.0%)
85+ years
8 (0.5%)

Nearby Suburbs