Richlands

QLD 4077 • Greater Brisbane

5,621
Population (2021)
$43,264
Median Income
5.23 km²
Area
34m
Elevation

About Richlands

Richlands is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 5,621 and a median income of $43,264, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.23 km² at an elevation of 34m, 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. Richlands offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Richlands falls under postcode 4077 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Inala electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4077
Urban Area
Inala - Richlands
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.59°, 152.95°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
5.23 km²
Elevation
34m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
28 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,598
Census 2021
5,621
56.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,020
Income 2021
$43,264
31.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,589
Born Overseas 2,666

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 373
  • 2. Vietnam 338
  • 3. New Zealand 336
  • 4. Philippines 164
  • 5. Sri Lanka 76
  • 6. Samoa 70
  • 7. Fiji 67
  • 8. England 55
  • 9. China 49
  • 10. Brazil 40
  • 11. Iran 36
  • 12. Afghanistan 33
  • 13. Bangladesh 32
  • 14. Malaysia 31
  • 15. South Korea 28

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,080
Australian 946
Vietnamese 439
Indian 338
Samoan 310
Irish 230
Chinese 225
Filipino 217
Scottish 207
German 192

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,158
Both parents born in Australia
3,577
Both parents born overseas
484
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
37.8%
No Religion
30.0%
Islam
9.6%
Buddhism
5.4%
Hinduism
4.3%
Sikhism
3.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
576 (10.2%)
5-14 years
695 (12.4%)
15-19 years
270 (4.8%)
20-24 years
639 (11.4%)
25-34 years
1,502 (26.7%)
35-44 years
835 (14.9%)
45-54 years
501 (8.9%)
55-64 years
350 (6.2%)
65-74 years
139 (2.5%)
75-84 years
73 (1.3%)
85+ years
20 (0.4%)

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