Algester

Algester has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Algester's population was around 10,050 as of November 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 1,030 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,020. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,975 in June 2024 and an additional 146 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 2,723 persons per square kilometer, placing Algester in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Algester's growth rate of 11.4% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (8.9%), indicating it as a growth leader in its region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 68.9% of overall population gains during recent periods, though all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings are applied in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Future population trends suggest a increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation, with Algester expected to increase by 1,338 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 12.6% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Algester when compared nationally

Algester has received approximately 48 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 241 homes. As of FY-26, 9 approvals have been recorded. On average, each home built between FY-21 and FY-25 accommodates around 3.8 new residents per year. This has led to a significant demand exceeding supply, typically resulting in price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average construction cost of new homes is $317,000. In the current financial year, Algester has seen $3.3 million in commercial approvals, indicating its primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Algester has roughly half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks in the 49th percentile nationally, offering limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing properties.

Recent construction consists of 71.0% detached dwellings and 29.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining Algester's traditional suburban character focused on family homes. With approximately 333 people per approval, Algester reflects a market transition. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Algester is projected to grow by 1,263 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Algester has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Rhythm Court Calamvale, 61 Doulton Street Apartment Development, Parc Calamvale House and Land Development, and 54 Benhiam Street Townhouse Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Algester recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Algester has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 6.1% as of September 2025, showing relative employment stability over the past year compared to Greater Brisbane's 4.0%.

A total of 4,882 residents were employed by September 2025, with an unemployment rate 2.1% higher than Greater Brisbane's and workforce participation similar at 64.5%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Algester has a strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services have lower representation at 7.0% compared to the regional average of 8.9%.

The area's predominantly residential nature suggests limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data on working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, Algester's labour force increased by 0.8%, while employment remained stable at 0%, leading to a rise in unemployment of 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with unemployment falling by 0.5 percentage points. Statewide, Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% between November 2024 and November 2025, losing 1,210 jobs, while the state unemployment rate stood at 4.2%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Algester's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localized population projections.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

Algester SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $51,935 and an average of $60,081 in financial year 2022. This was lower than the national average, with Greater Brisbane having a median income of $55,645 and an average income of $70,520. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $59,201 (median) and $68,486 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022. Census data shows Algester's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 39th and 48th percentiles. The income band of $1,500 - 2,999 captures 38.5% of Algester residents (3,869 individuals), similar to regional levels at 33.3%. Income remaining after housing costs is ranked at the 47th percentile, with only 83.1% left. Algester's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Algester's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, comprised 81.0% houses and 18.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro had 82.0% houses and 18.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Algester was at 27.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.9% and rented ones at 30.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,750, lower than Brisbane metro's $1,872. The median weekly rent figure in Algester was $395, compared to Brisbane metro's $400. Nationally, Algester's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Algester features high concentrations of family households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 78.1% of all households, including 37.5% couples with children, 25.0% couples without children, and 14.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 21.9%, with lone person households at 18.2% and group households comprising 3.9%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 3.0.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 28.8%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 42.1%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 19.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are common, with 34.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (22.3%). Educational participation is high at 30.5%, with 11.5% in primary education, 7.3% in secondary education, and 4.6% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 7.3% in secondary education, and 4.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Algester has 31 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are served by a mix of buses along eight different routes. Together, these routes facilitate 1,001 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport in Algester is rated as good, with residents typically residing 239 meters from the nearest stop. On average, service frequency stands at 143 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 32 weekly trips per individual stop.

Algester'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

Algester residents show relatively positive health outcomes, with low prevalence of common conditions among the general population but higher rates in older cohorts at risk compared to national averages. Approximately half (49.7%) of Algester's total population (~4,974 people) has private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (7.0% of residents) and arthritis (6.7%), while 72.9% report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 77.2%. Algester has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 14.7% (1,473 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 12.1%, requiring more health attention for this demographic.

Algester is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Algester has high cultural diversity with 37.9% speaking a language other than English at home and 42.8% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion, comprising 45.0%. The 'Other' category is slightly overrepresented at 3.1%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 3.8%.

Top ancestry groups are English (19.4%), Australian (17.6%), and Other (14.4%). Samoan is notably higher at 1.6% than the regional average of 1.3%. Korean is marginally lower at 1.7%, compared to the region's 1.9%. Maori representation is slightly higher at 1.7%, compared to the regional average of 1.4%.

Algester's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Algester's median age was 36 years in 2021, equal to Greater Brisbane's but younger than Australia's national average of 38 years. The age group of 5-14 years had a strong representation at 15.5%, compared to Greater Brisbane. The 55-64 age cohort was less prevalent at 8.7%. Between 2021 and the present, the 15-24 age group grew from 10.7% to 12.6% of Algester's population. Conversely, the 65-74 age group declined from 9.5% to 7.5%, and the 35-44 age group dropped from 17.2% to 16.1%. By 2041, forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Algester. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to increase by 366 people (32%), from 1,138 to 1,505. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 35-44 age cohorts.