Overview
Geography and description
Brisbane covers inner northern and western suburbs of Brisbane, featuring gentrifying areas, the Brisbane CBD, and established residential neighborhoods.
Key Suburbs
Brisbane CBDFortitude ValleyNew FarmPaddingtonKelvin GroveAshgrove
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Winner | Party | TPP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Trevor Evans | Liberal National | 56.5% | +1.6% |
| 2019 | Trevor Evans | Liberal National | 57.6% | +1.1% |
| 2022 | Stephen Bates | Greens | 53.2% | +10.8% |
Current Representative
Elected Member of Parliament
Stephen Bates
GreensSince 2022
Detailed profile not yet available.
Key Issues
Important local matters
Climate Action
HighStrong voter concern about climate policy, which was pivotal in the 2022 election outcome.
Housing Affordability
HighAddressing high housing costs in gentrifying inner-city areas.
Demographics
Population and statistics
Population
170,000
Median Age
33 years
Median Income
$2,100 weekly
Major Industries
Professional ServicesHealthcareEducationHospitalityCreative Industries
Education
University Degree
49%
Completed High School
90%