Westlake

QLD 4074 • Greater Brisbane

4,547
Population (2021)
$52,364
Median Income
1.96 km²
Area
20m
Elevation

About Westlake

Westlake is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 4,547 and a median income of $52,364, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.96 km² at an elevation of 20m, 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. Westlake offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Westlake falls under postcode 4074 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Ommaney electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4074
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.55°, 152.91°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.96 km²
Elevation
20m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,247
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,368
Census 2021
4,547
4.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,600
Income 2021
$52,364
25.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,862
Born Overseas 1,628

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 192
  • 2. New Zealand 141
  • 3. China 136
  • 4. Vietnam 125
  • 5. South Africa 108
  • 6. India 88
  • 7. Sri Lanka 66
  • 8. Iran 61
  • 9. Fiji 52
  • 10. Malaysia 51
  • 11. Hong Kong 40
  • 12. Singapore 38
  • 13. Scotland 37
  • 14. Zimbabwe 37
  • 15. Philippines 33

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,606
Australian 1,205
Irish 468
Scottish 456
Chinese 436
German 255
Indian 201
Vietnamese 189
Italian 120
Australian Aboriginal 66

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,808
Both parents born in Australia
2,089
Both parents born overseas
571
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.0%
No Religion
37.5%
Hinduism
4.5%
Buddhism
2.9%
Islam
1.6%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
231 (5.1%)
5-14 years
641 (14.1%)
15-19 years
301 (6.6%)
20-24 years
242 (5.3%)
25-34 years
371 (8.2%)
35-44 years
581 (12.8%)
45-54 years
631 (13.9%)
55-64 years
713 (15.7%)
65-74 years
574 (12.6%)
75-84 years
205 (4.5%)
85+ years
52 (1.1%)

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