Lawnton

QLD 4501 • Greater Brisbane

5,905
Population (2021)
$38,844
Median Income
8.13 km²
Area
15m
Elevation

About Lawnton

Lawnton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Moreton Bay (Regional Council) area. With a population of 5,905 and a median income of $38,844, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 8.13 km² at an elevation of 15m, 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. Lawnton offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Lawnton falls under postcode 4501 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pine Rivers electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4501
Urban Area
Pine Rivers - East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.28°, 152.98°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
8.13 km²
Elevation
15m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,658
Census 2021
5,905
4.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,552
Income 2021
$38,844
19.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,515
Born Overseas 1,092

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 293
  • 2. England 192
  • 3. Philippines 115
  • 4. India 53
  • 5. South Africa 48
  • 6. Papua New Guinea 34
  • 7. Scotland 25
  • 8. China 22
  • 9. Fiji 19
  • 10. Malaysia 18
  • 11. United States 15
  • 12. Germany 14
  • 13. Netherlands 14
  • 14. Ireland 13
  • 15. Thailand 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,357
Australian 2,298
Scottish 665
Irish 626
German 366
Australian Aboriginal 290
Italian 161
Filipino 147
Dutch 122
Maori 109

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,358
Both parents born in Australia
1,343
Both parents born overseas
785
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.5%
Christianity
40.9%
Hinduism
0.9%
Buddhism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
386 (6.5%)
5-14 years
735 (12.4%)
15-19 years
347 (5.9%)
20-24 years
417 (7.1%)
25-34 years
900 (15.2%)
35-44 years
788 (13.3%)
45-54 years
753 (12.8%)
55-64 years
621 (10.5%)
65-74 years
522 (8.8%)
75-84 years
308 (5.2%)
85+ years
133 (2.3%)

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