Forestdale, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Forestdale Logan City, Queensland
Forestdale Drive, 2014
Forestdale Location in Queensland
Population	2,560 (2021 census)
• Density	420/km2 (1,100/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4118
Area	6.1 km2 (2.4 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	12.8 km (8 mi) W of Logan Central 29.5 km (18 mi) S of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	Logan City
State electorate(s)	Algester
Federal Division(s)	Wright
Suburbs around Forestdale: Heathwood Larapinta Parkinson Greenbank Forestdale Hillcrest Greenbank Greenbank Boronia Heights

Forestdale is a lovely suburb located in Logan City, Queensland, Australia. It's a place where about 2,560 people call home, according to the 2021 census count.

Exploring Forestdale's Location

Forestdale is bordered by the Brisbane-to-Sydney railway line on its western side. To the north, you'll find Johnson Road marking another boundary.

A creek called Oxley Creek flows through the suburb. It starts in the south-west near Greenbank and moves north towards Heathwood and Larapinta.

Why is it Called Forestdale?

The name Forestdale comes from how many trees are still in the area. Unlike some nearby suburbs, a lot of the original forest was kept. This is why it's called "Forest."

The "dale" part of the name comes from an old English word meaning a valley. It also links to the famous medieval folk tale character, Robin Hood, who was a skilled archer. Many streets in Forestdale are even named after characters from the Robin Hood stories!

What is Forestdale Like?

Most of Forestdale is made up of homes. These houses are often quite large and sit on big blocks of land.

There are also some areas of protected land, small farms, and a few shops.

A Look at Forestdale's Past

Forestdale used to be part of a larger area called Browns Plains. Over time, it became its own separate suburb.

Who Lives in Forestdale?

Knowing about the people who live in a place helps us understand it better.

Population Changes Over Time

• In 2011 census, Forestdale had 2,520 people.
  • About 48.6% were female and 51.4% were male.
  • The average age was 39 years old.
• By 2016 census, the population grew slightly to 2,531 people.
• In the most recent 2021 census count, Forestdale had 2,560 residents.

Where People Come From

Most people living in Forestdale were born in Australia (71.4%). Other common birthplaces include:

• England (6.3%)
• New Zealand (3.5%)
• Taiwan (1.9%)
• Vietnam (1.4%)
• South Africa (1.2%)

Languages Spoken at Home

English is the main language spoken at home for most residents (81.7%). Other languages include:

• Mandarin (2.7%)
• Vietnamese (2.3%)
• Spanish (1.4%)
• Cantonese (1%)
• Greek (1%)

Learning in Forestdale

There are no schools directly within Forestdale itself. However, students have several options nearby.

Primary Schools

The closest primary schools are in:

• Boronia Heights
• Regents Park
• Browns Plains

Secondary Schools

For high school, students can attend:

• Forest Lake State High School in Forest Lake
• Stretton State College in Stretton
• Browns Plains State High School in Browns Plains
• Park Ridge State High School in Park Ridge

Discovering Greenwood Lakes

Forestdale is home to the beautiful Greenwood Lakes wetland. This area is very important for nature and wildlife.

What Can You Do at Greenwood Lakes?

Visitors can enjoy many activities here, such as:

• Going for a walk on the bushwalking trails.
• Walking your dog.
• Watching different kinds of birds.
• Using the picnic tables for a meal outdoors.
• Exploring the boardwalk and viewing platform.

The large lake and terraced banks in the park were created a long time ago. They were formed when companies were extracting sand from the area.

Images for kids

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  Forestdale Drive, 2014