Pallara
QLD 4110 • Greater Brisbane
About Pallara
Pallara is a rapidly growing outer southern suburb of Brisbane, located approximately 20 kilometres south of the CBD within the Brisbane City Council area. With a population of 3,861 and a young median age of just 31, it is one of the more demographically youthful suburbs in the region, characterised by young families and recently arrived migrants. The suburb is notably multicultural, with significant Indian, Chinese, and Filipino communities, and household incomes averaging around $2,283 per week reflect its population of working-age families.
Pallara sits within the outer southern growth corridor near Richlands and Acacia Ridge, offering residents access to the Richlands train station on the Springfield line for connections into Brisbane CBD. The suburb features modern residential developments with parks and green spaces suited to young families, and is close to Forest Lake Village and Richlands Plaza for everyday shopping and services. Its proximity to major arterials including Beaudesert Road and the Logan Motorway makes it convenient for car-based commuters, and the strong community of young families gives the area a lively, growing-neighbourhood energy.
Pallara falls under postcode 4110 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Algester electorate.
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Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Brisbane Bus Route 175/176 — Richlands station / Brisbane CBD 30-40 min to CBD
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Good access via Logan Motorway and Beaudesert Road; bus services connect to Richlands rail
Modern suburban layout designed around car use; nearest retail and services require driving or bus
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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1277 Beaudesert Road
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Nyngam Street
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350 Mortimer Road
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210 Watson Road
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39 Ritchie Road
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 599
- 2. New Zealand 181
- 3. Philippines 124
- 4. China 116
- 5. Nepal 104
- 6. Vietnam 95
- 7. South Korea 76
- 8. Hong Kong 74
- 9. Taiwan 74
- 10. Sri Lanka 65
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)