Annandale (Qld)
Statistical Area - sa2

An assessment of population growth drivers in Annandale reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Annandale's (Qld) population is 10,351 as of Nov 2025. This reflects a growth from 10,116 in the 2021 Census, an increase of 235 people (2.3%). The change is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 10,353 in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 549 persons per square kilometer. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts as per ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data. Future population projections indicate a growth of 627 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 6.1% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Annandale, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Annandale approved six new dwellings annually over the five-year period ending 2016. This low development level reflects its rural nature, with housing needs driving construction rather than market demand. Note, small sample sizes can significantly influence annual growth statistics.

Annandale's construction activity is notably lower than Rest of Qld and national averages. All new constructions were detached dwellings, suited for families seeking rural lifestyles. By 2041, Annandale's population is forecast to grow by 629 residents.

If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

Annandale has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22ndth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 17 projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Kirwan Health Campus Expansion, Annandale Christian College Master Plan, Townsville University Hospital Expansion, and Mundingburra Housing. The following list details those most relevant.

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Annandale ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Annandale, Queensland, has a well-educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate as of June 2025 was 1.7%.

In this month, 5931 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 2.2% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation was similar to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries for Annandale residents are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The area specializes in public administration & safety, with an employment share 4.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, construction is under-represented at 5.6% compared to Rest of Qld's 10.1%. Local employment opportunities exist but many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census working population data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, Annandale's labour force decreased by 2.9%, employment declined by 3.5%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment grow by 1.8% and labour force expand by 2.0%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years for national employment. Applying these projections to Annandale's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.4%% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 indicates that Annandale has one of the highest incomes in Australia. The median income is $67,888 and the average income stands at $80,247. This contrasts with Rest of Qld's figures where the median income is $50,780 and the average income is $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $77,386 (median) and $91,474 (average) as of September 2025. According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Annandale all rank highly nationally, between the 79th and 80th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that the $1,500 - $2,999 earnings band captures 34.9% of the community (3,612 individuals), reflecting patterns seen in the broader area where 31.7% similarly occupy this range. Economic strength is evident through 32.9% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain 89.3% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Annandale's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted entirely of houses with 0% other dwellings. This contrasts with Non-Metro Qld's mix of 81.3% houses and 18.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Annandale stood at 36.6%, with mortgaged properties at 39.2% and rented ones at 24.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,625, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in Annandale was $375, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $305. Nationally, Annandale's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,625 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were comparable at $375.

Annandale features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 81.8 percent of all households, including 38.3 percent that are couples with children, 32.0 percent that are couples without children, and 10.4 percent that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 18.2 percent, with lone person households at 15.0 percent and group households comprising 3.3 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

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

Annandale's educational attainment is notably high, with 30.7% of residents aged 15+ having university qualifications compared to 20.1% in the SA4 region and 20.6% in the Rest of Qld. Bachelor degrees are most common at 20.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 33.9% of residents holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificates at 23.7%. Educational participation is high, with 38.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 13.0% in secondary education, 11.9% in primary education, and 7.7% pursuing tertiary education. Annandale's five schools have a combined enrollment of 3,807 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1022) offering balanced educational opportunities. The area functions as an education hub with 36.8 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 16.7, attracting students from surrounding communities. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments please refer to parent campus.

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

Annandale has 31 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with three individual routes in total providing 305 weekly passenger trips combined. The accessibility of transport is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 367 meters away from the nearest transport stop.

On average, service frequency across all routes is 43 trips per day, equating to roughly nine weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Annandale is notably higher than the national average with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Annandale shows better-than-average health results, with common health conditions seen equally across young and older age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 60% of the total population (6,189 people), compared to 53.3% in the rest of Queensland.

Mental health issues affect 7.9% of residents, while arthritis impacts 6.9%. A majority, 71.8%, report being free from medical ailments, compared to 67.8% in the rest of Queensland. The area has 14.2% (1,470 people) aged 65 and over, with health outcomes among seniors broadly inline with the general population's health profile.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Annandale was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Annandale's population, born overseas, stands at 20.1%, exceeding the average. 14.1% speak a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Annandale, with 57.5%, compared to 52.7% across Rest of Qld.

The top three ancestral groups are English (27.8%), Australian (24.5%), and Irish (9.1%). Notably, Italian representation is higher at 4.4% in Annandale than the regional average of 3.6%. Korean representation is also higher at 0.5%, compared to 0.2% regionally. South African representation stands at 0.6%, exceeding the regional average of 0.3%.

Annandale hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Annandale's median age of 31 years is significantly younger than Rest of Qld's 41 years and considerably younger than Australia's national average of 38 years. The age group of 15-24 years shows strong representation at 24.5% compared to Rest of Qld, while the 75-84 cohort is less prevalent at 4.3%. This concentration of the 15-24 age group is well above Australia's national average of 12.5%. Between 2021 and the present, the population aged 25 to 34 years has increased from 12.1% to 15.3%, while the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 12.4% to 10.2% and the 45 to 54 age group has decreased from 12.7% to 11.1%. Population forecasts for Annandale indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to increase significantly, with an addition of 544 people (34%), from 1,583 to 2,128. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 cohorts.