Nikenbah

QLD 4655 • Rest of QLD

1,234
Population (2021)
$38,480
Median Income
23.47 km²
Area
13m
Elevation

About Nikenbah

Nikenbah is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Fraser Coast (Regional Council) area. With a population of 1,234 and a median income of $38,480, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 23.47 km² at an elevation of 13m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Nikenbah is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Nikenbah falls under postcode 4655 and is governed by Fraser Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4655
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.32°, 152.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
23.47 km²
Elevation
13m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,747
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
657
Census 2021
1,234
87.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,864
Income 2021
$38,480
17.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 974
Born Overseas 229

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 62
  • 2. New Zealand 29
  • 3. South Africa 25
  • 4. India 17
  • 5. Japan 9
  • 6. Philippines 7
  • 7. France 5
  • 8. Sri Lanka 5
  • 9. Zimbabwe 5
  • 10. Germany 4
  • 11. Scotland 4
  • 12. China 3
  • 13. Egypt 3
  • 14. Fiji 3
  • 15. South Korea 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 533
Australian 499
Irish 141
Scottish 130
German 74
Australian Aboriginal 48
Indian 30
Dutch 27
Italian 22
South African 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

778
Both parents born in Australia
293
Both parents born overseas
134
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
43.5%
Hinduism
1.0%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
91 (7.4%)
5-14 years
181 (14.7%)
15-19 years
57 (4.6%)
20-24 years
49 (4.0%)
25-34 years
150 (12.2%)
35-44 years
160 (13.0%)
45-54 years
120 (9.7%)
55-64 years
162 (13.1%)
65-74 years
177 (14.3%)
75-84 years
79 (6.4%)
85+ years
8 (0.6%)

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