Rocklea

QLD 4106 • Greater Brisbane

1,672
Population (2021)
$41,236
Median Income
9.22 km²
Area
7m
Elevation

About Rocklea

Rocklea is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 1,672 and a median income of $41,236, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 9.22 km² at an elevation of 7m, 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. Rocklea offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Rocklea falls under postcode 4106 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Miller electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4106
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer South
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.55°, 153.00°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
9.22 km²
Elevation
7m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$335
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,635
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,595
Census 2021
1,672
4.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,240
Income 2021
$41,236
27.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 989
Born Overseas 576

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 58
  • 2. Vietnam 49
  • 3. China 44
  • 4. England 40
  • 5. India 36
  • 6. Philippines 33
  • 7. Sri Lanka 18
  • 8. South Korea 16
  • 9. Iran 13
  • 10. Hong Kong 11
  • 11. South Africa 11
  • 12. Thailand 11
  • 13. Afghanistan 10
  • 14. Brazil 10
  • 15. Poland 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 489
Australian 417
Irish 178
Scottish 136
Chinese 96
German 96
Vietnamese 70
Australian Aboriginal 50
Filipino 41
Russian 38

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

645
Both parents born in Australia
693
Both parents born overseas
183
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.7%
Christianity
36.2%
Buddhism
4.1%
Islam
3.6%
Hinduism
1.9%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
96 (5.7%)
5-14 years
168 (10.0%)
15-19 years
63 (3.8%)
20-24 years
166 (9.9%)
25-34 years
361 (21.6%)
35-44 years
284 (17.0%)
45-54 years
174 (10.4%)
55-64 years
148 (8.9%)
65-74 years
105 (6.3%)
75-84 years
50 (3.0%)
85+ years
69 (4.1%)

Nearby Suburbs