Ormiston

QLD 4160 • Greater Brisbane

6,379
Population (2021)
$42,172
Median Income
4.96 km²
Area
9m
Elevation

About Ormiston

Ormiston is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Redland (City) area. With a population of 6,379 and a median income of $42,172, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.96 km² at an elevation of 9m, 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. Ormiston offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Ormiston falls under postcode 4160 and is governed by Redland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oodgeroo electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4160
Urban Area
Redland
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.51°, 153.25°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
4.96 km²
Elevation
9m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,793
Census 2021
6,379
10.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,388
Income 2021
$42,172
12.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,343
Born Overseas 1,889

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 620
  • 2. New Zealand 280
  • 3. South Africa 203
  • 4. Scotland 74
  • 5. China 60
  • 6. India 37
  • 7. Germany 36
  • 8. Netherlands 36
  • 9. United States 32
  • 10. Ireland 27
  • 11. Philippines 26
  • 12. Zimbabwe 25
  • 13. Italy 23
  • 14. Wales 23
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,978
Australian 2,011
Scottish 856
Irish 813
German 363
Chinese 179
Dutch 154
Italian 154
South African 146
New Zealander 108

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,080
Both parents born in Australia
2,224
Both parents born overseas
902
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.5%
No Religion
40.1%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
263 (4.1%)
5-14 years
786 (12.3%)
15-19 years
458 (7.2%)
20-24 years
316 (5.0%)
25-34 years
445 (7.0%)
35-44 years
722 (11.3%)
45-54 years
928 (14.5%)
55-64 years
897 (14.1%)
65-74 years
792 (12.4%)
75-84 years
549 (8.6%)
85+ years
213 (3.3%)

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