Augustine Heights - Brookwater
Statistical Area - sa2

Augustine Heights - Brookwater lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Augustine Heights - Brookwater's population was around 10,070 as of November 2025. This reflected an increase of 1,083 people from the 2021 Census figure of 8,987, indicating a growth rate of 12.1%. This change was inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 10,054 in June 2024 and an additional 144 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio was approximately 1,050 persons per square kilometer. Augustine Heights - Brookwater's growth exceeded both national (8.9%) and state averages since the 2021 Census, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed about 37.3% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers such as overseas migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data were used, applying proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort where necessary. Population projections indicate a significant increase in the top quartile of national areas, with Augustine Heights - Brookwater expected to grow by 4,211 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 41.7% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Augustine Heights - Brookwater among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Augustine Heights - Brookwater has seen approximately 67 dwellings granted development approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25336 homes were approved, and by June 2026, a further 65 had been approved in FY26. Each year, an average of 4.6 new residents have been associated with every home built during these five years.

This supply has lagged behind demand, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction cost value for new properties is $407,000, which is somewhat higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development. In FY26, commercial development approvals totaled $5.0 million, indicating the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Augustine Heights - Brookwater has about three-quarters the building activity per person but ranks among the 71st percentile of areas assessed nationally for new development. Currently, 38.0% of new developments are detached houses, with 62.0% being townhouses or apartments.

This shift towards denser development provides accessible entry options and appeals to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers, marking a significant departure from the existing housing pattern of 95.0% houses. With around 496 people per approval, Augustine Heights - Brookwater indicates a mature market. Population forecasts suggest that by 2041, the area will gain approximately 4,195 residents. Building activity appears to be keeping pace with growth projections, although buyers may experience heightened competition as the population grows.

Augustine Heights - Brookwater has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Greater Springfield Master Planned Community, Opossum Creek Parklands Upgrade, Darra to Springfield Transport Corridor, and Southern Resource Recovery and Recycling Facility - Redbank Plains. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Augustine Heights - Brookwater rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Augustine Heights - Brookwater has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. As of June 2025, the unemployment rate is 1.1%.

Employment stability has been relative over the past year. There are 5,982 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, which is below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is high at 79.2% compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and retail trade.

The area has a particularly strong specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. Construction employs just 7.2% of local workers, below Greater Brisbane's 9.0%. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 0.1% while labour force increased by 0.2%, resulting in unemployment rising by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 4.4% and labour force growth of 4.0%, with a 0.4 percentage point drop. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest that Augustine Heights - Brookwater's employment may increase by approximately 6.5%% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

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

Augustine Heights - Brookwater has a median taxpayer income of $69,678 and an average income of $79,340 according to AreaSearch's aggregation of postcode level ATO data for the financial year 2022. Nationally, these figures are extremely high, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's median income of $55,645 and average income of $70,520. Based on a Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $79,426 (median) and $90,440 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Augustine Heights - Brookwater rank highly nationally, between the 90th and 95th percentiles. Income distribution data indicates that 36.6% of the population (3,685 individuals) falls within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, which is consistent with broader trends across the region showing 33.3% in the same category. Economic strength is evident through 46.1% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. Housing accounts for 15.0% of income, and strong earnings rank residents within the 95th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Augustine Heights - Brookwater is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The dwelling structure in Augustine Heights - Brookwater, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.4% houses and 4.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 88.9% houses and 11.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Augustine Heights - Brookwater stood at 12.6%, with the rest being mortgaged (55.3%) or rented (32.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,273, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,710. The median weekly rent was $415, compared to Brisbane metro's $360. Nationally, Augustine Heights - Brookwater's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,273 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 89.4% of all households, consisting of 57.3% couples with children, 22.0% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 10.6%, with lone person households at 9.3% and group households comprising 1.3% of the total. The median household size is 3.2 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 3.0.

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

Educational attainment in Augustine Heights - Brookwater is notably higher than regional averages. 34.5% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 18.8% in the SA4 region and 20.6% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 22.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 36.0% of residents holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas (13.7%) and certificates (22.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 36.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.3% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 5.8% pursuing tertiary education. The area's three schools have a combined enrollment of 2,645 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1018) and balanced educational opportunities. School capacity exceeds residential needs, with 26.3 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 20.0, indicating that Augustine Heights - Brookwater serves as an educational center for the broader region. The educational mix includes two primary schools and one K-12 school.

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

Augustine Heights - Brookwater has 17 active public transport stops. These are a mix of train and bus services. There are 32 individual routes operating, providing a total of 3,150 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents located an average of 433 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 450 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 185 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Health outcomes data shows exceptional results across Augustine Heights - Brookwater, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is notably high at approximately 59% of the total population (5,981 people), compared to 50.3% across Greater Brisbane.

Asthma and mental health issues are the most prevalent medical conditions in the area, affecting 7.3 and 6.7% of residents respectively, while 78.5% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.4% across Greater Brisbane. The area has 6.2% of residents aged 65 and over (629 people), lower than the 8.8% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly aligned with the general population's health profile.

Augustine Heights - Brookwater 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

Augustine Heights-Brookwater, compared to most local areas, has a higher cultural diversity. As of home language, 23.3% speak other than English. Overseas birth accounts for 33.8%.

Christianity is the prevalent religion at 49.8%. Notably, 'Other' religious affiliation stands at 3.5%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 2.1%. In terms of parental ancestry, top groups are English (23.8%), Australian (22.6%), and Other (11.7%). Some ethnicities show significant differences: Samoan is 1.6% here versus 4.5% regionally; Maori is 1.5% versus 2.6%; Indian is 5.9% versus 3.3%.

Augustine Heights - Brookwater hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Augustine Heights-Brookwater has a median age of 32 years, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Augustine Heights-Brookwater has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (19.4%), but fewer residents aged 25-34 (10.8%). The concentration of residents aged 5-14 is well above the national average of 12.2%. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 has increased from 13.0% to 14.7%, while those aged 55 to 64 have risen from 7.8% to 8.8%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has decreased from 13.4% to 10.8%, and those aged 0 to 4 have dropped from 8.2% to 6.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Augustine Heights-Brookwater's age profile will significantly change, with the 45 to 54 age cohort projected to expand considerably, increasing by 950 people (61%) from 1,551 to 2,502.