Forest Lake vs Inala QLD
Two Queensland suburbs, about 2.8 km apart, side by side — straight from the official numbers.
The numbers
| Forest Lake | Inala | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 22,676 | 15,273 |
| Median age | 37 | 33 |
| Median rent (weekly) | $390 | $250 |
| SEIFA advantage (decile of 10) | 6 | 1 |
| Tree canopy | 42% | 31% |
| Population 2011 | 22,426 | 13,796 |
What stands out
Inala rents cheaper — $250 vs $390 a week at the census.
Forest Lake ranks higher on the SEIFA advantage scale (decile 6 vs 1).
Forest Lake is the greener of the two (42% vs 31% tree canopy).
Growth since 2011: Forest Lake +1%, Inala +11%.
Quick answers
How far apart are Forest Lake and Inala?
About 2.8 km apart in a straight line — both in Queensland.