Aspley
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Aspley's population is around 13,682 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 770 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 12,912 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 13,637 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 65 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,185 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Aspley's growth rate of 6.0% since census positions it within 1.3 percentage points of the SA3 area (7.3%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 69.7% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. As we examine future population trends, lower quartile growth of Australian statistical areas is anticipated, with the area expected to grow by 166 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, recording a gain of 0.9% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Aspley when compared nationally

Aspley has averaged approximately 45 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 227 homes. As of FY-26, there have been 3 approvals recorded to date. Over these five years, an average of 2.6 people moved to the area per new home constructed, reflecting strong demand that supports property values. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $207,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers.

In FY-26, there have been $25.0 million in commercial approvals, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Aspley has 19.0% less new development per person and ranks among the 45th percentile nationally when measured against other areas assessed, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice which supports interest in existing dwellings. This is lower than the national average, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New development consists of 89.0% detached dwellings and 11.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers.

However, new construction favours detached housing more than current patterns suggest (73.0% at Census), demonstrating ongoing robust demand for family homes despite increasing density pressures. Aspley has approximately 788 people per approval, indicating a mature, established area. Future projections show Aspley adding 121 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Aspley has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Thirty-six projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly, with changes to local infrastructure being a major influencer on performance. Key projects include Gympie Road Bypass Tunnel, The Prince Charles Hospital Expansion, Gympie Road Fast Food Redevelopment, and Chermside Westfield Expansion & Redevelopment (Stage 2). Relevant projects are detailed below.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Aspley ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Aspley's workforce is well-educated with strong professional services representation. The unemployment rate was 3.5% in June 2024, showing a 10.9% employment growth over the past year.

As of June 2025, 7,411 residents are employed with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, which is 0.6% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Aspley was 60.9%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Major employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services.

Manufacturing has a limited presence with 4.8% employment compared to the regional average of 6.4%. Over the year ending June 2025, employment in Aspley increased by 10.9%, while labour force grew by 10.6%, reducing unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 4.4% and unemployment fall by 0.4%. 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 nationally. Applying these projections to Aspley's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data shows Aspley had a median taxpayer income of $56,953 and an average income of $68,082 in financial year 2022. Nationally, the median was $55,645 and the average was $70,520. By September 2025, estimates suggest Aspley's median income will be approximately $64,921 and the average will be around $77,607, based on a 13.99% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. Census data indicates incomes in Aspley cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is dominant, with 29.5% of residents (4,036 people) falling into this category. After housing expenses, 85.2% of income remains for other expenses. Aspley's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Aspley's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 72.7% houses and 27.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 67.2% houses and 32.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Aspley stood at 38.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.7% and rented ones at 25.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, lower than Brisbane metro's average of $2,100. The median weekly rent in Aspley was $415, higher than Brisbane metro's figure of $390. Nationally, Aspley's mortgage repayments were above the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially higher than the national figure of $375.

Aspley has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.5% of all households, including 30.7% couples with children, 27.2% couples without children, and 9.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.5%, with lone person households at 28.1% and group households comprising 3.3%. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.4.

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

The area's educational profile is notable within its region, with university qualification rates at 33.2% for residents aged 15+, surpassing Queensland's average of 25.7%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent (22.9%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.2%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 31.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 11.8% and certificates at 19.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.4% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 5.6% pursuing tertiary education. Aspley's four schools have a combined enrollment of 2,823 students, demonstrating typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1048) with balanced educational opportunities. Educational provision is split between two primary and two secondary institutions. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 20.6 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 16.0, indicating that the area serves as an educational hub for the broader region.

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

The analysis indicates 62 active public transport stops in Aspley, all of which are bus services. These stops cater to 18 different routes, facilitating a total of 2,543 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is deemed good, with residents on average residing 215 meters away from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages at 363 trips per day, translating to roughly 41 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Aspley is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Aspley faces significant health challenges, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is approximately 53% of the total population (~7,306 people), compared to 56.0% across Greater Brisbane.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (8.7%) and mental health issues (7.9%), while 66.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.1% in Greater Brisbane. Aspley has 24.8% of residents aged 65 and over (3,391 people), higher than the 16.6% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Aspley was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Aspley's cultural diversity was notable, with 15.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 26.1% born overseas. Christianity was the dominant religion in Aspley, accounting for 56.6%, compared to 52.2% across Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups were English (27.0%), Australian (22.6%), and Irish (10.1%).

Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: Samoan was overrepresented at 0.5% in Aspley versus 0.4% regionally, New Zealand was at 0.9% compared to the same figure regionally, and Maori stood at 0.8% against 0.6%.

Aspley hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Aspley is 43 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and Australia's national median of 38 years. The 75-84 age group constitutes 9.3% of the population in Aspley, compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 10.6%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has increased from 8.2% to 9.3%, and the 55-64 cohort has decreased from 11.6% to 10.6%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes in Aspley. The 85+ age group is projected to grow by 100%, reaching 1,343 people from 673. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 99% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 15-24 and 55-64 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.