Albany Creek

Albany Creek is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Albany Creek's population was approximately 16,410 as of the 2021 Census. By November 2025, it had increased to around 17,551, a growth of 1,141 people (7.0%). This increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 17,299 in June 2024 and an additional 242 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density was approximately 1,794 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Albany Creek's growth rate of 7.0% since the census is close to the SA3 area's growth rate of 7.4%. Overseas migration contributed about 51.3% of the overall population gains during recent periods, with other factors such as natural growth and interstate migration also being positive contributors.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data for each age cohort. By 2041, the population is projected to grow by 811 persons based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 3.2% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Albany Creek among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Albany Creek has received approximately 86 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 434 homes. As of FY-26, 29 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.6 new residents arrive per year for each new home built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand market that supports stable conditions. The average construction value of new properties is $328,000.

This financial year has seen $6.3 million in commercial approvals, reflecting Albany Creek's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Albany Creek shows moderately higher development activity, with 21.0% more approvals per person over the past five years. Recent construction comprises 9.0% detached dwellings and 91.0% attached dwellings, marking a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 85.0% houses). This trend suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. Albany Creek has approximately 226 people per dwelling approval, indicating room for growth.

Population forecasts estimate an increase of 559 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current development patterns suggest that new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Albany Creek has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include Albany Links Estate Stage 5 & 6, Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre, Eatons Crossing Village, and Albany Creek Village Shopping Centre Refurbishment. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Albany Creek rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Albany Creek has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate stood at 2.2% as of the previous year, with an estimated employment growth of 4.7%.

As of September 2025, 10,402 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.8%, below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation is at 69.2%, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Key employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Notably, public administration & safety has a high concentration with levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

However, manufacturing is under-represented, with only 4.4% of Albany Creek's workforce compared to Greater Brisbane's 6.4%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. Over the past year, employment increased by 4.7%, while labour force grew by 5.1%, causing a rise in unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with a drop in unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. State-level data as of 25-Nov shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia for May-25 project a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Albany Creek's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, assuming stable population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2022, Albany Creek SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $62,691 and an average level of $82,433. Nationally, these figures are high compared to the Greater Brisbane levels of $55,645 and $70,520 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Albany Creek would be approximately $71,461 (median) and $93,965 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Albany Creek rank highly nationally, between the 74th and 81st percentiles. Distribution data indicates that 33.5% of the population (5,879 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, similar to the broader area where 33.3% occupy this bracket. Economic strength is evident with 34.2% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain 86.7% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Albany Creek is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Albany Creek, as per the latest Census, was 85.1% houses and 14.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 92.2% houses and 7.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Albany Creek stood at 35.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 49.0% and rented ones at 16.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,037, lower than Brisbane metro's average of $2,080. The median weekly rent in Albany Creek was $440, matching Brisbane metro's figure but higher than the national average of $375. Nationally, Albany Creek's mortgage repayments were above the Australian average of $1,863.

Albany Creek features high concentrations of family households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 81.2% of all households, including 41.6% couples with children, 28.1% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 18.8%, with lone person households at 17.5% and group households comprising 1.3%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.9.

The educational profile of Albany Creek exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Albany Creek residents aged 15+ with university qualifications (28.6%) exceed the SA4 region average (24.9%). Bachelor degrees are most common (20.0%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.2%). Vocational credentials are held by 36.1% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 13.0% and certificates at 23.1%.

Current educational participation is high, with 30.0% enrolled in formal education: primary (10.2%), secondary (9.6%), and tertiary (5.5%).

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Transport analysis shows 51 active public transport stops in Albany Creek. These are bus stops serviced by four routes offering 508 weekly passenger trips. Accessibility is rated good with residents typically 280 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 72 trips daily across all routes, equating to about nine weekly trips per individual stop.

Albany Creek's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Albany Creek's health data shows a relatively positive picture for its residents. The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low among the general population, but higher than the national average for older and at-risk groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high in Albany Creek, with approximately 61% of the total population (10,758 people) having it, compared to 59.0% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 8.4 and 7.9% of residents respectively. A significant portion, 68.5%, declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.9% across Greater Brisbane. Albany Creek has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, with 18.5% (3,248 people) compared to Greater Brisbane's 16.2%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Albany Creek ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Albany Creek's cultural diversity was below average, with 79.1% born in Australia, 92.6% being citizens, and 92.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity dominated Albany Creek's religion at 57.9%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 52.9%. The top three ancestry groups were English (29.8%), Australian (26.2%), and Irish (9.9%).

Notably, South African, New Zealand, and Scottish groups had equal representation in Albany Creek as the regional averages at 1.1%, 1.0%, and 8.9% respectively.

Albany Creek's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Albany Creek is 40 years, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and slightly exceeds the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the 55-64 age group is notably over-represented in Albany Creek at 12.3%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 8.8%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 5.1% to 6.8% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age group has decreased from 9.8% to 8.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Albany Creek. The 85+ age group is projected to grow by 148%, reaching 996 people from 401. Residents aged 65 and older are expected to represent 85% of the population growth, while the 55-64 and 15-24 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines.