Wakerley, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids WakerleyBrisbane, Queensland |
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 Wakerley
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 8,718 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 1,779/km2 (4,610/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4154 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 4.9 km2 (1.9 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 17.7 km (11 mi) E of Brisbane CBD | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Brisbane (Chandler Ward; Doboy Ward) |
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| State electorate(s) | Chatsworth | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Bonner | ||||||||||||||
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Wakerley is a suburb located in the eastern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's a place where over 8,700 people live, according to the 2021 census.
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Where is Wakerley?
Wakerley is found south of the Brisbane River. It's about 15 kilometers (9 miles) east of Brisbane's city center. This suburb is also quite close to the beautiful bayside areas in the south.
A Look at Wakerley's Past
Wakerley got its name from an early settler named John William Wakerley. He was one of the first people to live in the area.
Schools in Wakerley's History
A school called Agnew School first opened its doors on February 3, 2003. It was originally located in Norman Park. Later, in 2008, the school moved to Wakerley. Today, it is known as the Brisbane campus of One School Global.
Who Lives in Wakerley?
In 2011, about 7,800 people lived in Wakerley. Slightly more than half were female (50.9%), and just under half were male (49.1%). The average age of people living here was 33 years old. This was a bit younger than the average age for all of Australia.
Most people (68.7%) living in Wakerley were born in Australia. Other common birthplaces included:
- England (6.5%)
- New Zealand (6.3%)
- South Africa (4%)
- Scotland (1%)
Most people (85.8%) spoke only English at home. Other languages spoken included Afrikaans, Greek, Spanish, Hindi, and Italian.
The population of Wakerley has grown over the years:
- In 2016, there were 8,445 people.
- By 2021, the population reached 8,718 people.
Education in Wakerley
Agnew School is a private school in Wakerley. It teaches students from primary school all the way up to year 12. You can find it at 190 Ingleston Road.
This school is the Brisbane campus of One School Global. It is connected to the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church. In 2018, the school had 318 students. There were also 36 teachers and 26 other staff members working there.
