Sherwood

QLD 4075 • Greater Brisbane

6,082
Population (2021)
$54,964
Median Income
2.29 km²
Area
17m
Elevation

About Sherwood

Sherwood is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 6,082 and a median income of $54,964, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.29 km² at an elevation of 17m, 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. Sherwood offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Sherwood falls under postcode 4075 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Miller electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4075
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner South-West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.53°, 152.98°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.29 km²
Elevation
17m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    686 Sherwood Road Sherwood 4075 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,197
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,313
Census 2021
6,082
14.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$47,892
Income 2021
$54,964
14.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,363
Born Overseas 1,552

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 298
  • 2. New Zealand 139
  • 3. India 116
  • 4. China 72
  • 5. United States 67
  • 6. South Africa 61
  • 7. Japan 52
  • 8. Scotland 46
  • 9. Vietnam 44
  • 10. South Korea 37
  • 11. Sri Lanka 37
  • 12. Canada 27
  • 13. Germany 27
  • 14. Malaysia 27
  • 15. Indonesia 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,436
Australian 1,945
Irish 982
Scottish 869
German 400
Chinese 214
Italian 177
Indian 146
Dutch 117
Polish 73

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,137
Both parents born in Australia
1,800
Both parents born overseas
962
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.6%
No Religion
44.3%
Hinduism
2.4%
Buddhism
1.5%
Islam
1.3%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
298 (4.9%)
5-14 years
767 (12.6%)
15-19 years
405 (6.7%)
20-24 years
401 (6.6%)
25-34 years
868 (14.3%)
35-44 years
862 (14.2%)
45-54 years
869 (14.3%)
55-64 years
651 (10.7%)
65-74 years
558 (9.2%)
75-84 years
315 (5.2%)
85+ years
98 (1.6%)

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