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Wooloowin

QLD 4030 • Greater Brisbane

4,029
Population (2021)
$57,876
Median Income
1.12 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
Inner CityHeritageWalkableFamily-FriendlyWell-Connected

About Wooloowin

Wooloowin is an inner-northern suburb of Brisbane, located within the Brisbane City local government area, approximately 5-6 km north of the CBD. With a population of around 4,029 residents (2021 census), it is a charming, established suburb known for its Queenslander-style homes and tree-lined streets. The suburb has a diverse demographic mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents.

Wooloowin offers a convenient inner-city lifestyle with excellent public transport, local cafes, and proximity to major shopping and dining precincts in Lutwyche and Albion. The suburb features heritage-listed homes, quiet residential streets, and easy access to Kedron Brook bikeway for cycling and walking. Its central location and village atmosphere make it popular with professionals who value a short commute without sacrificing suburban charm.

Wooloowin falls under postcode 4030 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clayfield electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4030
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner North-West
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Brisbane
State Electorate
Clayfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.42°, 153.04°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.12 km²
Elevation
25m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wooloowin
0.4 km
5 min
Eagle Junction
0.8 km
10 min
Lutwyche
1.2 km
15 min
Albion
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • 330, 340 — City via Lutwyche Road 15-20 min to CBD
  • 370 — City via Kedron Park Road 15-25 min to CBD

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
6 km
By Train
10-12 min from Wooloowin Station
By Bus
15-25 min
By Car (Peak)
15-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-12 min

🛣️ Excellent train access with Wooloowin Station on the main north line; multiple bus routes along Lutwyche Road

Walkability Very Walkable

Good access to local shops, cafes, and train station on foot; Kedron Brook bikeway provides cycling connectivity

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,275
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.5%

56 state housing + 20 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,938
Census 2021
4,029
▲ 2.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,148
Income 2021
$57,876
▲ 31.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,858
Born Overseas 1,034

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Nepal 162
  • 2. New Zealand 132
  • 3. England 112
  • 4. India 73
  • 5. Italy 36
  • 6. Philippines 35
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 32
  • 8. South Africa 28
  • 9. China 22
  • 10. Malaysia 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,450
Australian 1,259
Irish 607
Scottish 502
Italian 250
German 240
Chinese 125
Indian 81
Dutch 76
Australian Aboriginal 59

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,032
Both parents born in Australia
1,233
Both parents born overseas
614
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.4%
No Religion
43.2%
Hinduism
4.5%
Buddhism
1.9%
Islam
1.2%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
239 (5.9%)
5-14 years
391 (9.7%)
15-19 years
190 (4.7%)
20-24 years
319 (7.9%)
25-34 years
858 (21.3%)
35-44 years
698 (17.3%)
45-54 years
561 (13.9%)
55-64 years
407 (10.1%)
65-74 years
229 (5.7%)
75-84 years
103 (2.6%)
85+ years
34 (0.8%)

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