Middle Park

QLD 4074 • Greater Brisbane

3,845
Population (2021)
$44,928
Median Income
1.48 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlySuburbanCommuter BeltEstablished

About Middle Park

Middle Park is a residential suburb in Brisbane's outer western corridor, located approximately 14 kilometres south-west of the CBD within the Brisbane City Council area. With a population of 3,845 and a median age of 42, the suburb attracts established families and owner-occupiers seeking affordable housing within commuting distance of central Brisbane. Median household incomes sit around $2,219 per week, reflecting a solid working and professional demographic. The suburb spans just 1.48 square kilometres, giving it a compact, closely-knit character with predominantly detached homes on modest lots.

Middle Park is served by a local Coles supermarket on Horizon Drive, providing convenient day-to-day shopping for residents. The suburb is close to the Centenary Highway, offering reasonable access to Brisbane's CBD and the western growth corridor. Nearby green spaces and the broader Mount Ommaney and Jindalee precinct provide additional retail, dining, and leisure options. Families are well-served by local schools in the surrounding area, and the suburb's established streetscapes and community feel make it a popular choice for those seeking suburban stability in Brisbane's west.

Middle Park falls under postcode 4074 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Ommaney electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4074
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer West
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.56°, 152.92°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.48 km²
Elevation
29m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Darra
4.5 km
N/A (drive or bus)

Bus Services

  • Translink local routes — Brisbane CBD / Inala 40-55 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
No direct train; connect via bus to Darra or Oxley station
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Centenary Highway provides main road access to Brisbane CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most daily errands require a car, though a local Coles supermarket is within the suburb

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Horizon Drive Middle Park 4074 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,955
Census 2021
3,845
2.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,468
Income 2021
$44,928
13.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,379
Born Overseas 1,391

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 169
  • 2. New Zealand 122
  • 3. China 107
  • 4. Vietnam 106
  • 5. Sri Lanka 86
  • 6. India 76
  • 7. South Africa 76
  • 8. Malaysia 65
  • 9. Fiji 37
  • 10. Iran 36

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,218
Australian 1,083
Irish 437
Chinese 414
Scottish 362
German 248
Vietnamese 155
Indian 150
Italian 109
South African 61

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,540
Both parents born in Australia
1,757
Both parents born overseas
455
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.9%
No Religion
36.8%
Hinduism
4.6%
Buddhism
4.0%
Islam
1.1%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
180 (4.7%)
5-14 years
514 (13.4%)
15-19 years
261 (6.8%)
20-24 years
207 (5.4%)
25-34 years
388 (10.1%)
35-44 years
525 (13.7%)
45-54 years
511 (13.3%)
55-64 years
536 (13.9%)
65-74 years
468 (12.2%)
75-84 years
186 (4.8%)
85+ years
62 (1.6%)

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