Moorooka
QLD 4105 • Greater Brisbane
About Moorooka
Moorooka is a diverse inner-southside suburb 7 kilometres from Brisbane's CBD. The suburb features multicultural character, affordable housing relative to neighbours, and good transport access.
Multicultural southside living defines Moorooka—diverse communities, accessible prices, and inner-city convenience attract those seeking authentic Brisbane character. The suburb offers southside value.
Moorooka falls under postcode 4105 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Toohey electorate.
Location
State
Postcode
4105
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner South-West
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.53°, 153.03°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
4.07 km²
Elevation
52m
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsCnr Beaudesert Road And Durack Street Moorooka 4105 QLD
Schools
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Sherley Street
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Hawtree Street
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38 Lofter Street
Housing 2021 Census
Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.2%
241 state housing + 35 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Census 2016
10,368
Census 2021
10,783
▲ 4.0% growth
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income 2016
$40,560
Income 2021
$50,596
▲ 24.7% increase
Income Comparison
Population: ABS Census 2021
Income: ABS Census 2021
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Born in Australia
7,693
Born Overseas
2,722
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 311
- 2. New Zealand 310
- 3. India 190
- 4. Vietnam 115
- 5. Philippines 92
- 6. China 63
- 7. United States 63
- 8. South Africa 58
- 9. Afghanistan 57
- 10. Germany 57
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)
English
3,954
Australian
3,425
Irish
1,618
Scottish
1,358
German
668
Italian
353
Chinese
281
Indian
220
Australian Aboriginal
217
Dutch
192
Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census
5,309
Both parents born in Australia
3,379
Both parents born overseas
1,673
One parent AU, one overseas
Religion 2021 Census
No Religion
47.7%
Christianity
40.5%
Islam
2.4%
Buddhism
1.8%
Hinduism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%
Age Distribution 2021 Census
0-4 years
633 (5.9%)
5-14 years
1,233 (11.4%)
15-19 years
470 (4.4%)
20-24 years
824 (7.6%)
25-34 years
2,011 (18.6%)
35-44 years
1,747 (16.2%)
45-54 years
1,497 (13.9%)
55-64 years
1,104 (10.2%)
65-74 years
709 (6.6%)
75-84 years
379 (3.5%)
85+ years
171 (1.6%)