Wacol

QLD 4076 • Greater Brisbane

4,253
Population (2021)
$26,728
Median Income
17.74 km²
Area
38m
Elevation

About Wacol

Wacol is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 4,253 and a median income of $26,728, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 17.74 km² at an elevation of 38m, 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. Wacol offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Wacol falls under postcode 4076 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Inala electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4076
Urban Area
Wacol - Doolandella - Forest Lake
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.59°, 152.92°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
17.74 km²
Elevation
38m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,387
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,761
Census 2021
4,253
13.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,156
Income 2021
$26,728
2.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,417
Born Overseas 747

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 219
  • 2. England 81
  • 3. Vietnam 38
  • 4. Philippines 32
  • 5. Fiji 18
  • 6. India 17
  • 7. South Africa 15
  • 8. China 14
  • 9. Malaysia 14
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 14
  • 11. Samoa 13
  • 12. United States 13
  • 13. Iraq 7
  • 14. Iran 6
  • 15. Ireland 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 261
English 252
Australian Aboriginal 68
Scottish 64
Irish 60
German 53
Samoan 33
Italian 32
Chinese 30
Filipino 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

387
Both parents born in Australia
320
Both parents born overseas
106
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
9.1%
Christianity
8.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
34 (0.8%)
5-14 years
85 (2.0%)
15-19 years
196 (4.6%)
20-24 years
403 (9.5%)
25-34 years
1,326 (31.2%)
35-44 years
1,152 (27.1%)
45-54 years
581 (13.7%)
55-64 years
274 (6.4%)
65-74 years
127 (3.0%)
75-84 years
62 (1.5%)
85+ years
15 (0.4%)

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