Sheldon

QLD 4157 • Greater Brisbane

1,762
Population (2021)
$44,148
Median Income
22.76 km²
Area
53m
Elevation

About Sheldon

Sheldon is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Redland (City) area. With a population of 1,762 and a median income of $44,148, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 22.76 km² at an elevation of 53m, 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. Sheldon offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Sheldon falls under postcode 4157 and is governed by Redland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Springwood electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4157
Urban Area
Redland
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.59°, 153.20°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
22.76 km²
Elevation
53m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$473
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,704
Census 2021
1,762
3.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,324
Income 2021
$44,148
15.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,375
Born Overseas 332

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 85
  • 2. New Zealand 52
  • 3. South Africa 40
  • 4. China 17
  • 5. Ireland 16
  • 6. Scotland 11
  • 7. Germany 8
  • 8. Malaysia 8
  • 9. United States 7
  • 10. Zimbabwe 6
  • 11. Croatia 5
  • 12. Netherlands 5
  • 13. Papua New Guinea 5
  • 14. Poland 5
  • 15. Brazil 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 758
Australian 687
Scottish 210
Irish 204
German 106
Dutch 45
Italian 39
Australian Aboriginal 34
Chinese 31
Welsh 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,047
Both parents born in Australia
417
Both parents born overseas
246
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.8%
No Religion
37.6%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.9%
Sikhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
71 (4.0%)
5-14 years
202 (11.5%)
15-19 years
146 (8.3%)
20-24 years
104 (5.9%)
25-34 years
121 (6.9%)
35-44 years
170 (9.6%)
45-54 years
291 (16.5%)
55-64 years
272 (15.4%)
65-74 years
234 (13.3%)
75-84 years
137 (7.8%)
85+ years
28 (1.6%)

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