Bellbowrie - Moggill
Statistical Area - sa2

Bellbowrie - Moggill has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Bellbowrie-Moggill's population is approximately 11,190 as of August 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 662 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,528. The growth from June 2024 to August 2025 is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 11,073 and 64 validated new addresses added since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 642 persons per square kilometer. Bellbowrie-Moggill's 6.3% growth since the 2021 census exceeds that of its SA3 area (5.7%), positioning it as a growth leader regionally. Natural growth contributed approximately 50.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 are used, based on 2021 data. However, these state projections lack age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Based on projected demographic shifts and latest population numbers, Bellbowrie-Moggill is expected to grow by approximately 532 persons to 2041, recording a total gain of about 3.7% over the 17-year period.

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

Bellbowrie - Moggill has granted around 30 residential property approvals annually. The ABS produces development approval data on a financial year basis, showing 152 homes approved over the past five years from FY-21 to FY-25, with three already recorded in FY-26. On average, 1.9 new residents arrived per new home over the last five financial years, indicating balanced supply and demand. However, this has increased to 5.9 people per dwelling over the past two years, suggesting growing popularity and potential supply constraints. The average construction value of development projects is $516,000.

Commercial approvals totalled $37.2 million in FY-26, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Bellbowrie - Moggill shows comparable development activity per person, maintaining market balance with the broader area but below national averages, suggesting maturity and possible planning constraints. Recent building activity consists solely of detached houses, preserving the area's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The population density is estimated at 395 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its quiet development environment.

By 2041, Bellbowrie - Moggill is expected to grow by 415 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should meet demand comfortably, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond projections.

Bellbowrie - Moggill 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 27 projects that could impact the area. Notable ones include Citiswich Business Park Expansion, Bundamba Industrial Precinct Upgrade, Bundamba Energy Storage Facility, and Centenary Motorway Upgrade Planning. Below is a list of those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Bellbowrie - Moggill demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Bellbowrie-Moggill has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 2.7% as of June 2025.

The area's employment rate is 1.4% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%, and its workforce participation is 68.8%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services, with notable concentration in education & training at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing shows lower representation at 3.7% compared to the regional average of 5.6%. Over the year to June 2025, labour force levels decreased by 1.5%, and employment decreased by 1.7%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points in Bellbowrie-Moggill.

In comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 4.4% over the same period. State-level data for Queensland as of Sep-25 shows employment contracted by 0.23%, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Bellbowrie-Moggill's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Bellbowrie - Moggill had a median taxpayer income of $62,448 and an average income of $78,678. These figures are among the highest in Australia, compared to Greater Brisbane's levels of $55,645 and $70,520 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.71% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of March 2025 would be approximately $69,761 (median) and $87,891 (average). The 2021 Census ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Bellbowrie - Moggill between the 72nd and 87th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that 32.7% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, mirroring the region where 33.3% occupy this bracket. The district's affluence is evident with 37.1% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounts for 13.9% of income, while strong earnings place residents in the 88th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Bellbowrie - Moggill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Bellbowrie-Moggill's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.7% houses and 4.3% other dwellings. Brisbane metro had 95.2% houses and 4.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bellbowrie-Moggill was at 29.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 55.7% and rented ones at 14.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,076, below Brisbane metro's average of $2,311. The median weekly rent was $450, compared to Brisbane metro's $500. Nationally, Bellbowrie-Moggill's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,076 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Bellbowrie - Moggill features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 85.3% of all households, including 46.0% that are couples with children, 27.3% that are couples without children, and 11.4% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 14.7%, with lone person households at 13.6% and group households comprising 1.1% of the total. The median household size is 3.0 people, which matches the Greater Brisbane average.

Bellbowrie - Moggill demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Bellbowrie - Moggill is high, with 40.6% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications compared to the state average of 25.7%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 24.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.5%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 30.3% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (17.8%). Educational participation is notable, with 33.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.7% in primary education, 10.3% in secondary education, and 6.4% pursuing tertiary education. Moggill State School serves the area, with an enrollment of 719 students as of a recent report. Bellbowrie - Moggill has significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement, with an ICSEA score of 1107. The area has one school that focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. Local school capacity is limited, with only 6.4 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 13.4, leading many families to travel for schooling.

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

Transport analysis indicates 14 active stops operating within Bellbowrie - Moggill. These are mixed-use bus stops serviced by two routes, offering a total of 1,105 weekly passenger trips. Resident accessibility to transport is rated moderate, with an average distance of 549 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 157 daily trips across all routes, resulting in approximately 78 weekly trips per individual stop.

Bellbowrie - Moggill's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Bellbowrie - Moggill demonstrates robust health metrics, with both young and elderly residents exhibiting low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 59% (6,646 people) have private health cover, higher than Greater Brisbane's 72.0%.

Mental health issues affect 7.3% and asthma impacts 7.1% of residents, while 72.6% report no medical ailments, slightly lower than Greater Brisbane's 73.1%. The area has 16.2% (1,807 people) aged 65 and over, less than Greater Brisbane's 18.2%. Seniors' health outcomes align with the general population's profile.

Bellbowrie - Moggill 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

Bellbowrie-Moggill had higher linguistic diversity than most local areas, with 15.0% of residents speaking a language other than English at home. Born overseas constituted 34.4% of the population. Christianity was the dominant religion, comprising 49.1%.

Hinduism showed slight overrepresentation at 2.8%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 2.6%. English ancestry led with 29.5%, followed by Australian at 21.3% and Irish at 9.1%. South African ancestry was notably higher at 2.5% versus the regional 2.0%. Scottish ancestry stood at 9.1% compared to 8.9% regionally, and Russian ancestry was slightly higher at 0.5% versus 0.4%.

Bellbowrie - Moggill's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Bellbowrie - Moggill is 40 years, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and modestly exceeds the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the percentage of people aged 45-54 in Bellbowrie - Moggill is notably higher at 15.9%, while those aged 25-34 are under-represented at 6.5%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the age group 15 to 24 has grown from 12.3% to 13.9%, and the age group 75 to 84 has increased from 5.0% to 6.5%. Conversely, the age group 25 to 34 has declined from 8.5% to 6.5%, and the age group 5 to 14 has dropped from 16.5% to 15.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Bellbowrie - Moggill, with the 85+ age group expected to grow by 185% (from 247 to 706 people). Residents aged 65 and older are projected to represent 69% of this growth. Meanwhile, the age groups 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 are anticipated to experience population declines.