Auchenflower

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

As of November 2025, Auchenflower's population is approximately 6,136, showing an increase of 466 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents an 8.2% rise from the previous figure of 5,670. The change can be inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,123 in June 2024 and the addition of 13 validated new addresses since the Census date. Auchenflower's population density is around 4,831 persons per square kilometer, placing it within the top 10% nationally. The area's growth rate of 8.2% since the census is close to the national average of 8.9%, indicating strong growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 69.9% of Auchenflower's population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Future population trends suggest Auchenflower will increase by approximately 448 persons to reach a total of around 6,584 by 2041. This reflects an overall growth rate of about 7.1% over the seventeen-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Auchenflower recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Auchenflower has averaged approximately eight new dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling 43 homes. As of FY26 so far, one approval has been recorded. Over these five years, between FY21 and FY25, an average of 4.7 new residents arrived per dwelling constructed annually, indicating demand significantly exceeds supply. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $645,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

This financial year has seen $35.5 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating high local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Auchenflower has significantly less development activity, 71.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. However, development activity has picked up in recent periods, although it remains under the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. New building activity shows 25.0% detached houses and 75.0% attached dwellings, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. At around 483 people per approval, Auchenflower indicates a mature market.

Looking ahead, AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Auchenflower to grow by 435 residents through to 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

Auchenflower has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects likely to affect the region. Notable initiatives include The Tannery Residences, The Wesley Hospital Expansion (Chasely Street Health Hub), Harriett St, Auchenflower, and the 305-Unit Milton Development. Relevant projects are detailed below.

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AreaSearch analysis places Auchenflower well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Auchenflower has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 2.9%, lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.0%.

Over the past year, estimated employment growth was 1.2%. As of September 2025, 4,184 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% below Greater Brisbane's rate. Workforce participation is high at 74.7%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Employment is concentrated in professional & technical (2.0 times the regional average), health care & social assistance, and education & training.

Construction employment is limited at 4.6% compared to the regional average of 9.0%. The worker-to-resident ratio is 0.7, indicating local employment opportunities above the norm. Between September 2024 and September 2025, Auchenflower's employment increased by 1.2%, labour force grew by 1.0%, reducing unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.8% and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points. Statewide in Queensland, as of 25-Nov-25, employment contracted by 0.01% with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Auchenflower's employment mix suggests local employment could grow by 7.4% in five years and 14.9% in ten years, though this is an illustrative extrapolation not accounting for localised population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022 indicates Auchenflower SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $59,268 and an average of $90,918. These figures are among the highest in Australia, with Greater Brisbane having a median of $55,645 and an average of $70,520. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Auchenflower would be approximately $67,560 (median) and $103,637 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Auchenflower rank highly nationally, between the 76th and 84th percentiles. The earnings profile reveals that 31.9% of residents (1,957 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket, reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where 33.3% similarly occupy this range. The area exhibits considerable affluence with 34.7% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounts for 15.0% of income, while strong earnings place residents within the 77th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Auchenflower features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Auchenflower's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 38.7% houses and 61.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Brisbane metro had 56.6% houses and 43.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Auchenflower was at 24.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.0% and rented ones at 47.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, lower than Brisbane metro's $2,513. Median weekly rent in Auchenflower was $390, compared to Brisbane metro's $430. Nationally, Auchenflower's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher at $390 compared to the national figure of $375.

Auchenflower features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 56.5% of all households, including 20.9% couples with children, 27.7% couples without children, and 5.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 43.5%, with lone person households at 30.9% and group households comprising 12.7%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.5.

Auchenflower performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

Auchenflower's residents aged 15+ have a higher proportion of university qualifications (56.7%) than Queensland's (25.7%) or Australia's (30.4%). Bachelor degrees are the most common at 37.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (14.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.7%). Vocational pathways account for 19.8% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 9.3% and certificates at 10.5%. Educational participation is high, with 34.4% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 16.8% in tertiary education, 6.5% in primary education, and 5.3% pursuing secondary education.

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

Auchenflower has 25 active public transport stops. These are a mix of train and bus stations. They are served by 90 individual routes.

Together, these provide 5,405 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in Auchenflower is rated as excellent. Residents are typically located 141 meters from the nearest transport stop. On average, there are 772 trips per day across all routes. This equates to approximately 216 weekly trips per individual stop.

Auchenflower's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Auchenflower's health outcomes show excellent results with a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The private health cover rate stands at approximately 67% (4,092 people), higher than Greater Brisbane's 72.2%. Nationally, the average is 55.3%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions in Auchenflower, affecting 9.7% and 8.3% of residents respectively. A total of 73.0% report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 74.7%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.9% (854 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 11.6%. Health outcomes among Auchenflower's seniors are particularly strong, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

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

Auchenflower's cultural diversity exceeds most local markets, with 15.1% speaking a language other than English at home and 26.4% born overseas. Christianity dominates Auchenflower's religious landscape, comprising 42.0%. Hinduism is overrepresented, making up 3.0%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 1.4%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (26.0%), Australian (22.3%), and Irish (11.5%). Notably, Scottish representation is slightly higher at 9.5% versus the regional average of 9.4%, while French (0.8%) and Welsh (0.7%) show minimal divergence from their respective regional averages.

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

Auchenflower has a median age of 32 years, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 years and the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Auchenflower has a higher percentage of residents aged 15-24 (20.2%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (7.3%). This concentration of 15-24 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 12.5%. Between 2021 and present, the percentage of Auchenflower's population aged 75-84 has increased from 4.1% to 5.1%, while the percentages for ages 5-14 and 35-44 have decreased from 8.6% to 7.3% and 13.5% to 12.4%, respectively. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Auchenflower's age profile will change significantly. The population aged 85 and above is projected to increase by 170 people (an 186% rise) from 92 to 263. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above are expected to account for 66% of total population growth, reflecting Auchenflower's aging demographic trend. Conversely, population declines are projected for the ages of 5-14 and 15-24.