Bundamba

Population growth drivers in Bundamba are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Bundamba's population was around 10,338 as of November 2025. This showed an increase of 1,004 people, a 10.8% rise from the 9,334 recorded in the 2021 Census. The growth was inferred from ABS' June 2024 estimate of 10,193 and validated new addresses since then. This resulted in a density ratio of 599 persons per square kilometer. Bundamba's growth exceeded both national (8.9%) and state averages, marking it as a regional growth leader. Natural growth contributed approximately 41.4% to overall population gains recently.

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 adopted. Population growth is projected to be above median for statistical areas nationally by 2041, with Bundamba expected to grow by 2,168 persons, a 19.6% increase over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Bundamba among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Bundamba has granted approximately 83 residential approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 415 homes were approved, with an additional 14 approved in FY26 so far. Each dwelling built attracted an average of 1.9 people per year over these five years, indicating a balanced supply and demand market that supports stable conditions.

The average construction cost value for new properties was $281,000. In the current financial year, commercial approvals have reached $31.7 million, demonstrating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Bundamba exhibits around 75% of the construction activity per person and ranks in the 88th percentile nationally when considering building activity. However, this activity has accelerated in recent years.

The new development composition is 64.0% detached dwellings and 36.0% medium to high-density housing, showing an increasing mix of attached housing types that cater to various price ranges, from spacious family homes to more affordable compact options. This shift reflects the decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles. Bundamba currently has around 93 people per approval, indicating a developing area. By 2041, AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects an increase of 2,023 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 24 projects that may impact the area. Notable projects include Bundamba State Secondary College Redevelopment, Bundamba Industrial Precinct Expansion, Bundamba Creek Environmental Restoration & Linear Park, and Munro Development. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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Employment performance in Bundamba has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Bundamba has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, with essential services well represented. The unemployment rate was 6.8% in September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 5.0% over the past year.

As of this date, there were 4,906 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 2.8% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was lower at 58.5%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. The dominant employment sectors among Bundamba residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Manufacturing particularly stands out with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services were under-represented, with only 4.6% of Bundamba's workforce compared to 8.9% in Greater Brisbane. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 5.0%, while labour force grew by 3.5%, causing a fall in unemployment rate of 1.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.8% and unemployment fell by 0.5 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia offer insight into potential future demand within Bundamba. These projections estimate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Bundamba's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 13.0% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Bundamba SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $49,881 and an average of $54,449 in the financial year 2022. This was below the national average, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's median income of $55,645 and average income of $70,520 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, estimates for September 2025 would be approximately $56,859 (median) and $62,066 (average). According to 2021 Census figures, household incomes ranked at the 27th percentile, family incomes at the 28th percentile, and personal incomes also ranked modestly. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 captured 34.6% of Bundamba's community, consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 33.3% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 83.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 27th percentile.

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

Dwelling structure in Bundamba, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 84.5% houses and 15.5% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Brisbane metropolitan area's structure of 88.4% houses and 11.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bundamba stood at 24.4%, similar to the Brisbane metro average, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.4% and rented dwellings at 41.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Bundamba was $1,300, lower than the Brisbane metro average of $1,517. The median weekly rent figure for Bundamba was recorded at $300, matching the Brisbane metro figure but significantly lower than the national average of $375 per week and the Australian mortgage repayment average of $1,863 per month.

Bundamba features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 68.4% of all households, including 24.5% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 17.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for 31.6%, with lone person households at 27.4% and group households comprising 4.2%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Bundamba faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 13.7%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (31.7%). Educational participation is high, with 29.1% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.0% in primary, 8.0% in secondary, and 3.6% in tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis shows 57 active transport stops operating within Bundamba. These include a mix of train and bus services. There are 51 individual routes servicing these stops, collectively providing 2,143 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 264 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 306 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 37 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Bundamba faces significant health challenges, as indicated by data showing varied impacts on both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low, at approximately 47% of the total population (~4,879 people), compared to 49.9% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.3%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 11.9 and 10.5% of residents respectively.

Conversely, 60.5% report no medical ailments, slightly lower than the 62.2% reported in Greater Brisbane. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 15.5% (1,599 people). Health outcomes among seniors align with those of the general population.

Bundamba ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bundamba had lower cultural diversity, with 85.1% Australian citizens, 82.3% born there, and 89.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion at 47.6%. Judaism was slightly overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (28.4%), Australian (27.4%), and Scottish (7.7%). Samoan, German, and Maori groups showed notable differences: Samoan at 2.0% (vs 0.9%), German at 5.7% (vs 6.4%), and Maori at 1.2% (vs 0.9%).

Bundamba's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Bundamba's median age is 36 years, equal to Greater Brisbane's but younger than Australia's national average of 38 years. The 55-64 age group comprises 11.7% of Bundamba's population, higher than Greater Brisbane's figure, while the 35-44 cohort makes up 13.3%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 4.2% to 5.3%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has decreased from 13.6% to 12.3%, and the 25-34 cohort has fallen from 16.1% to 15.1%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Bundamba. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 439 people (35%), rising from 1,252 to 1,692. Conversely, populations aged 0-4 and 25-34 are projected to decline.