Wilston

QLD 4051 • Greater Brisbane

4,110
Population (2021)
$65,416
Median Income
1.42 km²
Area
$405/wk
Median Rent
AffluentLeafyHeritageFamily-FriendlyVillage Feel

About Wilston

Wilston is a prestigious inner-north Brisbane suburb situated approximately 5 kilometres north of the CBD within the Brisbane City Council area. With a population of 4,110, it is a compact but sought-after suburb characterised by elevated terrain, heritage-listed Queenslander homes, and tree-lined streets. The median household income of $2,971 per week and median age of 37 reflect an affluent, professional demographic of established families and long-term residents. The suburb's leafy character and proximity to the city have made it consistently popular on Brisbane's property market.

Wilston is served by Wilston Station on the Ferny Grove Line, providing direct rail access to Brisbane CBD in under 15 minutes. The suburb's commercial heart along Stewart Road offers a handful of cafes, a local IGA, and specialty stores, maintaining a distinct village feel. Kedron Brook and its bikeway network run along the suburb's western edge, providing recreational green space. Wilston State School and proximity to several well-regarded private schools further bolster its family appeal, while the area's collection of well-preserved Queenslanders gives it a distinctive historic character unique to inner Brisbane.

Wilston falls under postcode 4051 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stafford electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4051
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner North-West
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.43°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.42 km²
Elevation
25m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wilston
0.5 km
6 min
Newmarket
1.2 km
15 min

Bus Services

  • Route 370, 375 — Brisbane City (Adelaide St) 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
5 km
By Train
12-15 min to Brisbane Central via Ferny Grove Line
By Car (Peak)
15-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Excellent rail access; close to Lutwyche Road and Inner Northern Busway

Walkability Very Walkable

Most daily errands can be done on foot or by short cycle, with train station and local shops within easy walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$405
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,700
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.5%

23 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,937
Census 2021
4,110
4.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$52,728
Income 2021
$65,416
24.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,221
Born Overseas 805

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 161
  • 2. New Zealand 85
  • 3. India 58
  • 4. Italy 35
  • 5. South Africa 33
  • 6. United States 28
  • 7. Scotland 22
  • 8. Malaysia 21
  • 9. Brazil 19
  • 10. China 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,742
Australian 1,405
Irish 844
Scottish 538
German 234
Italian 224
Chinese 113
Indian 78
Dutch 77
Polish 53

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,430
Both parents born in Australia
978
Both parents born overseas
601
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.4%
No Religion
42.5%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
1.1%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
211 (5.1%)
5-14 years
551 (13.4%)
15-19 years
303 (7.4%)
20-24 years
316 (7.7%)
25-34 years
552 (13.4%)
35-44 years
586 (14.3%)
45-54 years
692 (16.8%)
55-64 years
481 (11.7%)
65-74 years
264 (6.4%)
75-84 years
114 (2.8%)
85+ years
39 (0.9%)

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