Cannon Hill

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

Cannon Hill's population is approximately 7,643 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 713 people, a 10.3% rise from the 2021 Census which reported 6,930 residents. The growth can be inferred from the estimated resident population of 7,633 in June 2024 and the addition of 112 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,934 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Cannon Hill's growth rate exceeded that of its SA3 area (7.4%) and the national average, positioning it as a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 40.4% to overall population gains during recent periods, with natural growth and interstate migration also being positive factors.

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 from 2023, based on 2021 data, are adopted. These state projections lack age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Future population projections indicate an above median growth for the area, with an expected increase of 1,481 persons by 2041, reflecting a total gain of 19.2% over the 17-year period.

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

Cannon Hill has seen approximately 51 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 258 homes were approved, with an additional 16 approved so far in FY-26. On average, about four people have moved to the area each year for every dwelling built during these years.

This indicates that supply is lagging behind demand, which typically leads to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average expected construction cost value of new properties being developed is around $484,000, suggesting a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In terms of commercial development activity, approximately $22.5 million in approvals have been registered this financial year, indicating balanced commercial growth.

Compared to Greater Brisbane, Cannon Hill has seen slightly more development activity over the past five years, with a 31.0% increase per person. This maintains good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. Recent construction in Cannon Hill comprises approximately 63.0% detached dwellings and 37.0% townhouses or apartments. This blend of attached housing types offers choices across various price ranges, from spacious family homes to more compact options that are more accessible. The location has an approximate population density of 198 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Cannon Hill is expected to grow by around 1,471 residents through to 2041. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand projections, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Cannon Hill has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 29 projects likely to affect the area. Notable projects include East Village Cannon Hill, 60-62 Ludwick Street Residential Development, Rivermakers Masterplan. The following list details projects likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Cannon Hill demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Cannon Hill has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. Its unemployment rate was 2.7% as of September 2025. Over the past year, employment stability has been relative.

As of that date, 4,860 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.3% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Cannon Hill was 81.0%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 24.6% of residents worked from home. Dominant employment sectors are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training.

The area specializes particularly in professional & technical services with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Health care & social assistance has a limited presence at 14.6% compared to the regional rate of 16.1%. The ratio of 0.8 workers per resident indicates above-normal local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 0.4%, while labour force grew by 0.5%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.8% and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points during the same period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May-25) project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Cannon Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Cannon Hill SA2 has one of the highest incomes nationally, with a median assessed at $73,088 and an average income of $99,397. This contrasts with Greater Brisbane's figures of a median income of $58,236 and an average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $80,331 (median) and $109,247 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals that Cannon Hill's household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 84th and 87th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 32.9% of residents (2,514 people), consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 33.3% in the same category. Notably, 36.4% earn above $3,000 weekly, reflecting prosperity that drives local economic activity. High housing costs consume 16.7% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 82nd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Cannon Hill displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Cannon Hill's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 63.1% houses and 37.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cannon Hill was at 22.2%, with the rest being mortgaged (38.1%) or rented (39.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Cannon Hill was $2,362, higher than Brisbane metro's $1,863. The median weekly rent figure for Cannon Hill was $450, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Cannon Hill's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 67.1% of all households, including 31.4% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 32.9%, with lone person households at 25.6% and group households comprising 7.2%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Cannon Hill shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Cannon Hill's educational attainment is notably higher than broader standards. Among residents aged 15+, 40.6% possess university qualifications, exceeding Queensland's 25.7% and Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 28.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.5%) and graduate diplomas (3.8%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 30.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them – advanced diplomas account for 10.9% and certificates for 19.2%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.1% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.9% in primary education, 6.8% in tertiary education, and 6.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

Cannon Hill has 49 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 42 individual routes, collectively facilitating 3,382 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents typically located 161 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most residents commute outward. Cars remain the dominant mode at 78%, while train usage stands at 11%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 24.6% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 483 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 69 weekly trips per stop.

Cannon Hill's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Cannon Hill's health outcomes show notable results according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are low, particularly among younger cohorts. Approximately 70% of Cannon Hill's total population (5,380 people) has private health cover, compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues affect 9.0% of residents, while asthma impacts 7.5%. A total of 73.9% of residents report no medical ailments, higher than Greater Brisbane's 69.2%. The under-65 population has better-than-average health outcomes. Cannon Hill has 10.6% of residents aged 65 and over (810 people), lower than Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. Health outcomes among seniors in Cannon Hill are above average but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

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

Cannon Hill, as of the latest data from June 2021, had a higher proportion of culturally diverse residents compared to most local markets. Specifically, 16.1% spoke a language other than English at home and 27.2% were born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Cannon Hill, accounting for 47.8% of its population.

Notably, Judaism had a slightly higher representation in Cannon Hill compared to Greater Brisbane, with 0.2% versus 0.1%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (27.2%), Australian (23.3%), and Irish (9.5%). Some other ethnic groups showed notable differences: New Zealand was equally represented at 1.0%, French had a higher representation at 0.7% versus 0.5%, and Spanish also had a slightly higher representation at 0.6% compared to the regional average of 0.4%.

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

Cannon Hill's median age is 35 years, nearly matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and somewhat younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Cannon Hill has a higher concentration of residents aged 35-44 (18.0%) but fewer residents aged 15-24 (11.2%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the population aged 45-54 has grown from 13.0% to 14.1%, while the 25-34 cohort has declined from 19.9% to 17.8% and the 15-24 group has dropped from 12.4% to 11.2%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Cannon Hill. The 45-54 cohort is projected to grow by 35%, adding 380 residents to reach 1,459. Conversely, the number of residents aged 0-4 is expected to fall by 2.