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Mount Gravatt

QLD 4122 • Greater Brisbane

3,733
Population (2021)
$48,776
Median Income
2.93 km²
Area
$380/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanFamily-FriendlyMid-RangeCafé CultureEstablished

About Mount Gravatt

Mount Gravatt is a major urban suburb approximately 10 kilometres south of Brisbane CBD, situated within the Brisbane City Council local government area. With a population of 3,733 and a median age of 36, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of young professionals and established families, with a median household income of $1,875 per week. The area features a mix of post-war homes, townhouses, and apartment developments, with elevated sections offering views toward the CBD and surrounding suburbs.

The suburb is anchored by Garden City Shopping Centre on Logan Road — one of Queensland's largest retail destinations, home to a Coles supermarket, major department stores, and hundreds of specialty retailers. Griffith University's Mount Gravatt campus adds a student presence and vibrant café culture to the area. Residents are well served by Brisbane City Council bus routes with direct connections to the South East Busway, making travel to the CBD efficient without a car.

Mount Gravatt falls under postcode 4122 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Greenslopes electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4122
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer South
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Bonner
State Electorate
Greenslopes
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.54°, 153.07°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.93 km²
Elevation
87m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Altandi
3.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 150, 130, 111 — Brisbane CBD (Cultural Centre) 25-35 min via South East Busway

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
No direct train; bus to South East Busway then rail or express bus to CBD
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Garden City bus interchange is a major regional hub; South East Busway connections available

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The Garden City precinct is walkable for shopping and dining, but a car is needed for most other errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Garden City Shopping Centre Logan Road Mount Gravatt 4122 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,001
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
11.1%

159 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,366
Census 2021
3,733
▲ 10.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,544
Income 2021
$48,776
▲ 29.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,534
Born Overseas 998

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 105
  • 2. India 100
  • 3. England 92
  • 4. China 69
  • 5. Philippines 40
  • 6. Malaysia 36
  • 7. South Korea 29
  • 8. South Africa 24
  • 9. Vietnam 24
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,213
Australian 1,138
Irish 547
Scottish 388
German 236
Chinese 195
Indian 142
Italian 115
Dutch 87
Filipino 77

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,741
Both parents born in Australia
1,237
Both parents born overseas
542
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
42.6%
Christianity
41.5%
Islam
3.1%
Hinduism
2.9%
Buddhism
1.8%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
229 (6.1%)
5-14 years
418 (11.2%)
15-19 years
252 (6.8%)
20-24 years
293 (7.8%)
25-34 years
585 (15.7%)
35-44 years
556 (14.9%)
45-54 years
480 (12.9%)
55-64 years
366 (9.8%)
65-74 years
291 (7.8%)
75-84 years
181 (4.8%)
85+ years
80 (2.1%)

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