Wellesley Islands

QLD 4892 • Rest of QLD

1,022
Population (2021)
$14,716
Median Income
1027.60 km²
Area
6m
Elevation

About Wellesley Islands

Wellesley Islands is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Mornington (Shire) area. With a population of 1,022 and a median income of $14,716, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1027.60 km² at an elevation of 6m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Wellesley Islands is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Wellesley Islands falls under postcode 4892 and is governed by Mornington Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4892
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.51°, 139.48°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
1027.60 km²
Elevation
6m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$104
Avg Household Size
3.5 people
Median Age
29 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,136
Census 2021
1,022
10% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$18,304
Income 2021
$14,716
19.6% decrease

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 891
Born Overseas 28

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 8
  • 2. England 4
  • 3. Fiji 4
  • 4. Papua New Guinea 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian Aboriginal 785
English 63
Australian 43
Irish 22
Scottish 20
Maori 11
Chinese 7
Indian 7
German 5
Dutch 4

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

847
Both parents born in Australia
33
Both parents born overseas
34
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
43.2%
Christianity
23.1%
Buddhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
62 (6.1%)
5-14 years
183 (17.9%)
15-19 years
105 (10.3%)
20-24 years
87 (8.5%)
25-34 years
145 (14.2%)
35-44 years
155 (15.2%)
45-54 years
126 (12.3%)
55-64 years
91 (8.9%)
65-74 years
36 (3.5%)
75-84 years
24 (2.3%)
85+ years
0 (0.0%)

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