Aspley

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 was around 13,791 as of May 2026. This reflected an increase of 879 people from the 2021 Census figure of 12,912. The change was inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 13,789 in June 2025 and 67 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a population density ratio of 2,203 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Aspley's growth rate of 6.8% since the census was close to that of its SA3 area (8.0%). Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 73.2% of overall population gains.

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. Future population trends anticipate lower quartile growth, with Aspley expected to grow by 55 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 0.4%.

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

Aspley has received approximately 45 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 227 homes. In FY-26 up to now, there have been 7 approvals recorded. Each year, an average of 2.6 new residents per dwelling built was gained between FY-21 and FY-25. The average construction cost value for new homes is $207,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms.

This financial year has seen $25.0 million in commercial development approvals, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Aspley has 19.0% less new development per person and ranks at the 44th percentile nationally, suggesting relatively constrained buyer choice which supports interest in existing dwellings. New development consists predominantly of detached houses (89.0%) with townhouses or apartments making up the remainder (11.0%), maintaining Aspley's suburban identity focused on family homes. The location has approximately 788 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Aspley is projected to grow by 53 residents through to 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 35 projects that may impact this area. Notable projects include Gympie Road Bypass Tunnel, Carseldine Village - 5-Star Green Star Community, Carseldine Village, and Gympie Road Fast Food Redevelopment. The following list details those most relevant.

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

Aspley has a highly educated workforce with professional services being notably represented. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, lower than the national average. Over the past year, estimated employment growth was 10.2%.

As of December 2025, 7,766 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, 0.4% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, 21.8% of residents work from home.

Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services. Manufacturing shows lower representation at 4.8%, compared to the regional average of 6.4%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, employment increased by 10.2% and labour force grew by 9.8%, leading to a unemployment rate decrease of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.2%, labour force grow by 3.0%, and unemployment fall by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Aspley's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023. Aspley SA2's median income among taxpayers was $60,793 with an average of $71,591. This is higher than the national average and compares to Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $67,699 (median) and $79,724 (average). Census data shows household, family and personal incomes in Aspley cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. Income distribution reveals that 29.5% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring regional levels where 33.3% fall within this bracket. 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). This compares to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Aspley stood at 38.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.7% and rented dwellings at 25.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Aspley was $415, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Aspley's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 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 comprise the remaining 31.5%, with lone person households at 28.1% and group households making up 3.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates of 33.2% among residents aged 15+, surpassing Queensland's average of 25.7%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 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 them - advanced diplomas comprise 11.8% while certificates make up 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.

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

Aspley has 62 active public transport stops, all offering bus services. These stops are served by 17 different routes, facilitating a total of 2,538 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically living 215 meters from the nearest stop. Most Aspley residents commute outward daily. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 84%, while buses account for 6% and trains for 5%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 21.8% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 362 trips daily across all routes, translating to roughly 40 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Aspley is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Aspley shows superior health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts. Approximately 55% (~7,571 people) of the total population has private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (8.7%) and mental health issues (7.9%), while 66.9% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are typical. Aspley has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 25.0% (3,449 people), compared to 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Senior health outcomes present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

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

Aspley's population shows higher cultural diversity, with 15.7% speaking a language other than English at home and 26.1% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Aspley at 56.6%, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups are English (27.0%), Australian (22.6%), and Irish (10.1%).

Notable differences exist for Samoan (0.5% vs regional 0.9%), New Zealand (0.9% vs 1.0%), and Maori (0.8% vs 1.1%) groups.

Aspley's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Aspley is 43 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The 75-84 age group comprises 9.5% of the population in Aspley, compared to the 25-34 cohort which makes up 10.7%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has increased from 8.2% to 9.5%, while the 15-24 cohort has risen from 10.7% to 11.8%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort has decreased from 11.6% to 10.3%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Aspley. The 85+ age group is projected to grow by 89%, reaching 1,384 people from 732. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 98% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 55-64 and 15-24 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.