Springwood

QLD 4127 • Greater Brisbane

9,710
Population (2021)
$41,132
Median Income
6.06 km²
Area
37m
Elevation
Transport HubFamily-FriendlyAffordableGrowth Suburb

About Springwood

Springwood is a well-connected suburban hub in the City of Logan, situated 22 kilometres southeast of the Brisbane CBD in Queensland. With a population of approximately 9,710, the suburb spans 6 square kilometres and features a mix of established residential areas and growing commercial precincts. Baby boomers make up a significant portion of residents, though an increasing number of younger families and professionals are drawn by the suburb's excellent transport links and relative affordability.

The suburb serves as a significant activity centre for the Logan region, home to three shopping centres, a public library, schools including Springwood State High School and Calvary Christian College, and a major busway station. Commercial activity centres along the Pacific Motorway corridor, with the Chatswood Hills area experiencing growing development. Springwood attracts working families and professionals who value the 30-minute express bus commute to Brisbane CBD, good amenities, and the community feel of suburban Logan.

Springwood falls under postcode 4127 and is governed by Logan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Springwood electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4127
Urban Area
Logan - Surrounds
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.62°, 153.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
6.06 km²
Elevation
37m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Springwood Bus Station
0.5 km
6 min
Woodridge
4 km
48 min
Loganlea
5.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 555 — Brisbane CBD via South East Busway (express) 30-35 min
  • 550 — Springwood to Loganholme/Shailer Park 15-20 min
  • 554 — Springwood to Eight Mile Plains/Garden City 20 min
  • 566 — Brisbane CBD via Pacific Motorway 35 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
22 km
By Train
40 min (via Woodridge Station, Beenleigh Line)
By Bus
30-35 min (Route 555 express via South East Busway)
By Car (Peak)
35-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ Springwood Bus Station is a major interchange; express buses to Brisbane CBD run frequently during peak hours

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town centre area walkable for shops and services; suburban residential areas require car or bus for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Arndale Shopping Centre Cinderella Drive Springwood 4127 QLD
  • ALDI
    Pacific Highway 3434, Springwood QLD 4127

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,148
Census 2021
9,710
6.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,116
Income 2021
$41,132
7.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,403
Born Overseas 2,980

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 753
  • 2. England 377
  • 3. India 173
  • 4. South Korea 137
  • 5. Philippines 118
  • 6. China 116
  • 7. South Africa 113
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 71
  • 9. Germany 54
  • 10. Scotland 52
  • 11. Hong Kong 48
  • 12. Malaysia 47
  • 13. Vietnam 47
  • 14. Taiwan 45
  • 15. Ireland 40

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,545
Australian 2,970
Scottish 1,038
Irish 989
German 567
Chinese 425
Maori 289
Indian 247
New Zealander 229
Italian 212

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,207
Both parents born in Australia
3,778
Both parents born overseas
1,327
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.0%
No Religion
38.1%
Islam
2.1%
Buddhism
1.5%
Hinduism
1.2%
Sikhism
0.9%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
553 (5.7%)
5-14 years
1,175 (12.1%)
15-19 years
556 (5.7%)
20-24 years
505 (5.2%)
25-34 years
1,299 (13.4%)
35-44 years
1,403 (14.4%)
45-54 years
1,176 (12.1%)
55-64 years
1,056 (10.9%)
65-74 years
1,136 (11.7%)
75-84 years
578 (6.0%)
85+ years
275 (2.8%)

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