Shorncliffe

QLD 4017 • Greater Brisbane

1,907
Population (2021)
$48,360
Median Income
1.22 km²
Area
1m
Elevation

About Shorncliffe

Shorncliffe is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 1,907 and a median income of $48,360, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.22 km² at an elevation of 1m, 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. Shorncliffe offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Shorncliffe falls under postcode 4017 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Sandgate electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4017
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer North
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.33°, 153.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.22 km²
Elevation
1m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$275
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,201
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,870
Census 2021
1,907
2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,312
Income 2021
$48,360
23.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,520
Born Overseas 318

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 110
  • 2. New Zealand 62
  • 3. South Africa 22
  • 4. Ireland 14
  • 5. Germany 8
  • 6. Scotland 8
  • 7. Fiji 6
  • 8. Poland 5
  • 9. United States 5
  • 10. India 4
  • 11. Netherlands 4
  • 12. Papua New Guinea 4
  • 13. Taiwan 4
  • 14. Canada 3
  • 15. Malaysia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 881
Australian 703
Irish 354
Scottish 284
German 117
Dutch 41
Italian 40
Polish 24
Australian Aboriginal 21
Chinese 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,175
Both parents born in Australia
391
Both parents born overseas
266
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.1%
No Religion
45.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
66 (3.5%)
5-14 years
265 (13.9%)
15-19 years
123 (6.4%)
20-24 years
78 (4.1%)
25-34 years
124 (6.5%)
35-44 years
220 (11.5%)
45-54 years
338 (17.7%)
55-64 years
321 (16.8%)
65-74 years
257 (13.5%)
75-84 years
80 (4.2%)
85+ years
36 (1.9%)

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