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Stretton

QLD 4116 • Greater Brisbane

4,686
Population (2021)
$36,816
Median Income
5.09 km²
Area
74m
Elevation

About Stretton

Stretton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 4,686 and a median income of $36,816, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.09 km² at an elevation of 74m, 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. Stretton offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Stretton falls under postcode 4116 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stretton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4116
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer South
LGA
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Rankin
State Electorate
Stretton
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.63°, 153.07°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
5.09 km²
Elevation
74m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,334
Census 2021
4,686
▲ 8.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,408
Income 2021
$36,816
▲ 17.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,834
Born Overseas 2,765

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 690
  • 2. Taiwan 299
  • 3. New Zealand 188
  • 4. India 178
  • 5. Hong Kong 175
  • 6. Vietnam 120
  • 7. Malaysia 110
  • 8. Fiji 79
  • 9. South Korea 75
  • 10. England 64
  • 11. Philippines 60
  • 12. Zimbabwe 56
  • 13. Pakistan 55
  • 14. South Africa 52
  • 15. Afghanistan 43

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,782
English 569
Australian 535
Indian 483
Vietnamese 163
Irish 143
Scottish 118
Korean 112
Filipino 84
German 70

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

592
Both parents born in Australia
3,671
Both parents born overseas
323
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
37.3%
Christianity
32.0%
Islam
11.2%
Buddhism
7.9%
Hinduism
5.7%
Sikhism
1.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
261 (5.6%)
5-14 years
676 (14.4%)
15-19 years
324 (6.9%)
20-24 years
314 (6.7%)
25-34 years
574 (12.2%)
35-44 years
650 (13.9%)
45-54 years
583 (12.4%)
55-64 years
651 (13.9%)
65-74 years
458 (9.8%)
75-84 years
156 (3.3%)
85+ years
48 (1.0%)

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