Margate

QLD 4019 • Greater Brisbane

7,575
Population (2021)
$35,724
Median Income
2.63 km²
Area
19m
Elevation

About Margate

Margate is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Moreton Bay (Regional Council) area. With a population of 7,575 and a median income of $35,724, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.63 km² at an elevation of 19m, 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. Margate offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Margate falls under postcode 4019 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Redcliffe electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4019
Urban Area
Redcliffe
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.24°, 153.10°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.63 km²
Elevation
19m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,405
Census 2021
7,575
2.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,952
Income 2021
$35,724
19.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,458
Born Overseas 1,618

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 443
  • 2. England 436
  • 3. Philippines 62
  • 4. Scotland 57
  • 5. South Africa 55
  • 6. Germany 53
  • 7. United States 30
  • 8. Netherlands 27
  • 9. Ireland 25
  • 10. Italy 24
  • 11. Papua New Guinea 23
  • 12. Canada 22
  • 13. China 20
  • 14. Vietnam 19
  • 15. Thailand 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,281
Australian 2,577
Irish 1,011
Scottish 943
German 478
Australian Aboriginal 311
Italian 187
Dutch 136
New Zealander 130
Maori 124

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,028
Both parents born in Australia
1,955
Both parents born overseas
1,070
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.1%
Christianity
44.3%
Buddhism
1.1%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
378 (5.0%)
5-14 years
846 (11.2%)
15-19 years
392 (5.2%)
20-24 years
340 (4.5%)
25-34 years
730 (9.6%)
35-44 years
1,006 (13.3%)
45-54 years
1,147 (15.1%)
55-64 years
1,089 (14.4%)
65-74 years
980 (12.9%)
75-84 years
499 (6.6%)
85+ years
164 (2.2%)

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