Thorneside

QLD 4158 • Greater Brisbane

3,877
Population (2021)
$43,004
Median Income
2.67 km²
Area
4m
Elevation

About Thorneside

Thorneside is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Redland (City) area. With a population of 3,877 and a median income of $43,004, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.67 km² at an elevation of 4m, 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. Thorneside offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Thorneside falls under postcode 4158 and is governed by Redland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Capalaba electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4158
Urban Area
Redland
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.48°, 153.20°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.67 km²
Elevation
4m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,787
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,761
Census 2021
3,877
3.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,700
Income 2021
$43,004
14.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,947
Born Overseas 807

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 225
  • 2. New Zealand 199
  • 3. Scotland 33
  • 4. South Africa 32
  • 5. Philippines 28
  • 6. Germany 27
  • 7. Ireland 21
  • 8. China 18
  • 9. Netherlands 13
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 13
  • 11. United States 12
  • 12. Canada 11
  • 13. India 10
  • 14. Wales 9
  • 15. Zimbabwe 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,645
Australian 1,522
Irish 496
Scottish 490
German 273
Australian Aboriginal 109
Italian 89
Dutch 72
New Zealander 66
Maori 53

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,168
Both parents born in Australia
959
Both parents born overseas
614
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.5%
Christianity
45.6%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
226 (5.8%)
5-14 years
526 (13.6%)
15-19 years
168 (4.3%)
20-24 years
189 (4.9%)
25-34 years
482 (12.4%)
35-44 years
537 (13.9%)
45-54 years
492 (12.7%)
55-64 years
516 (13.3%)
65-74 years
484 (12.5%)
75-84 years
200 (5.2%)
85+ years
54 (1.4%)

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