Lowood

QLD 4311 • Greater Brisbane

4,082
Population (2021)
$28,704
Median Income
26.66 km²
Area
67m
Elevation

About Lowood

Lowood is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Somerset (Regional Council) area. With a population of 4,082 and a median income of $28,704, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 26.66 km² at an elevation of 67m, 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. Lowood offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Lowood falls under postcode 4311 and is governed by Somerset Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lockyer electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4311
Urban Area
Esk - Kilcoy
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.47°, 152.57°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
26.66 km²
Elevation
67m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,159
Census 2021
4,082
1.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,376
Income 2021
$28,704
13.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,356
Born Overseas 442

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 117
  • 2. New Zealand 116
  • 3. Germany 22
  • 4. Netherlands 22
  • 5. Scotland 18
  • 6. Philippines 17
  • 7. Vietnam 10
  • 8. India 9
  • 9. Malta 9
  • 10. Ireland 8
  • 11. Malaysia 8
  • 12. South Africa 8
  • 13. Zimbabwe 8
  • 14. Papua New Guinea 6
  • 15. United States 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,705
English 1,601
German 457
Scottish 428
Irish 404
Australian Aboriginal 253
Dutch 84
Italian 75
Welsh 45
New Zealander 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,767
Both parents born in Australia
547
Both parents born overseas
446
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.3%
Christianity
44.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
230 (5.6%)
5-14 years
627 (15.4%)
15-19 years
269 (6.6%)
20-24 years
221 (5.4%)
25-34 years
442 (10.8%)
35-44 years
440 (10.8%)
45-54 years
491 (12.0%)
55-64 years
563 (13.8%)
65-74 years
476 (11.7%)
75-84 years
257 (6.3%)
85+ years
59 (1.4%)

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