Brassall
Statistical Area - sa2

Brassall lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Brassall's population is around 13,121 as of Aug 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,006 people (8.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 12,115 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 12,966 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 159 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,598 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Brassall has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 2.1%, outpacing the metropolitan area. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 39.2% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

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, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, are adopted. 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 (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. As we examine future population trends, an above median population growth of national areas is projected, with the area expected to grow by 1,821 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, reflecting an increase of 12.7% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Brassall among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Brassall has seen approximately 67 new homes approved annually. Development approval data from the ABS is available on a financial year basis: 337 homes were approved over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with two approvals recorded so far in FY26. Each dwelling built over these years attracted an average of 2.8 new residents annually, reflecting strong demand that supports property values. New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $398,000, aligning with regional trends.

In the current financial year, $16.7 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Brassall has lower building activity, at 54.0% below the regional average per person, which typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. New building activity consists of 81.0% detached houses and 19.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving Brassall's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 278 people per dwelling approval, Brassall indicates a developing market.

Population forecasts suggest Brassall will gain 1,666 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Brassall has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects likely affecting the region. Key initiatives include Woolworths Emerald Hill Shopping Centre, Gainsborough Meadows Estate, South East Queensland Inland Rail Project, and Cunningham Highway Upgrade. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Employment drivers in Brassall are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Brassall's workforce is balanced across white and blue collar jobs, with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 6.1% as of June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 0.8% over the past year.

As of that date, 6,112 residents were employed, while the unemployment rate stood at 2.1% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation was lower, at 58.3%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. The leading employment industries for Brassall residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. Manufacturing showed strong specialization, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services had lower representation at 4.2%, compared to the regional average of 8.9%. Employment opportunities appeared limited locally, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population figures. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 0.8% while labour force grew by 0.3%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point decrease in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment growth of 4.4% and labour force growth of 4.0%, with a 0.4 percentage point drop in unemployment. State-level data from Sep-25 showed Queensland's employment had contracted by 0.23%, losing 8,070 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This compared favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.5% and lagged behind national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 projected national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Brassall's employment mix suggested local growth of approximately 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 indicates Brassall's median income among taxpayers is $51,736, with an average of $57,718. This is below the national average. Greater Brisbane's median income was $55,645 and average was $70,520 in the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.71% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of March 2025 would be approximately $57,794 (median) and $64,477 (average). According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Brassall rank modestly between the 29th and 32nd percentiles. Income distribution data shows that 33.4% of locals (4,382 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, similar to regional levels where 33.3% occupy this category. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Brassall, with only 82.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 28th percentile.

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

Dwelling structure in Brassall, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 80.2% houses and 19.8% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Brisbane metropolitan area's 88.4% houses and 11.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Brassall was at 24.0%, similar to Brisbane metro, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (28.2%) or rented (47.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,500, lower than Brisbane metro's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in Brassall was recorded at $310, compared to Brisbane metro's $300. Nationally, Brassall's median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while median weekly rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 68.3 percent of all households, consisting of 26.2 percent couples with children, 22.7 percent couples without children, and 18.1 percent single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 31.7 percent, with lone person households at 28.8 percent and group households comprising 2.9 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Brassall fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area has lower university qualification rates (14.3%) compared to Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.0%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.2%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.1%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 41.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (31.1%). Educational participation is high at 30.9%, including primary education (11.5%), secondary education (9.3%), and tertiary education (4.0%).

Brassall's three schools have a combined enrollment of 2,512 students as of the latest data. The ICSEA score for Brassall schools is 956, indicating balanced educational opportunities with two primary and one secondary school serving distinct age groups.

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

Transport analysis in Brassall indicates 33 active public transport stops operating. These are served by buses only. Two routes operate collectively providing 1,341 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is moderate with residents typically located 414 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 191 trips per day across all routes equating to approximately 40 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Brassall is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates significant health challenges in Brassall, affecting both younger and older age groups. The rate of private health cover stands at approximately 49%, covering around 6,416 people, which is lower than the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (impacting 12.2% of residents) and asthma (affecting 10.7%). A total of 60.0% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 62.2% across Greater Brisbane. Brassall has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 17.5%, with around 2,293 people falling into this age category, compared to 15.3% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors mirror those of the general population, presenting similar challenges.

Brassall is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Brassall, as per the census conducted on Tuesday 28 June 2016, exhibited low cultural diversity with 89.5% of its residents being citizens, 87.7% born in Australia, and 94.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practised by 50.2% of Brassall's population, compared to 49.5% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding ancestry, English was the most prevalent with 30.0%, followed by Australian at 28.1% and Irish at 7.8%.

Certain ethnic groups showed significant variations: German was higher at 7.1% (regional average 6.4%), Samoan lower at 0.8% (regional average 0.9%), and Australian Aboriginal notably higher at 5.1% (regional average 4.1%).

Brassall hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Brassall's median age is 34, which is slightly lower than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Brassall has a higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (6.6%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (12.9%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the percentage of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 5.6% to 6.6%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 5 to 14 has decreased from 15.0% to 13.6%, and the percentage of those aged 25 to 34 has also dropped from 14.9% to 13.6%. Population forecasts for the year 2041 indicate significant demographic shifts in Brassall. The 85+ age group is projected to grow by 130%, adding 454 residents to reach a total of 805. This growth contributes to an overall increase in the proportion of residents aged 65 and older, who are expected to represent 59% of Brassall's population growth. Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 age group and those aged 0 to 4 are anticipated to experience population declines.