Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve
Statistical Area - sa2

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of Aug 2025, Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve's population is around 17,257. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 8,869 people, which is a growth of 8,388 people (94.6%). The change was inferred from ABS estimated resident population figures for June 2024 at 15,106 and an additional 2,619 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 475 persons per square kilometer. The area's growth rate exceeded national (8.6%) and state averages, marking it as a significant growth leader regionally. Interstate migration contributed approximately 87% to overall population gains recently, though all drivers were 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 or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data. Population projections indicate exceptional growth placing the area in the top 10% nationally by 2041, with an expected increase of 22,403 persons from current population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 117.4%.

The level of residential development activity in Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve has seen approximately 322 dwellings receive development approval annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) produces this data on a financial year basis, with 166 recorded so far in FY-2025-26 and 1,612 homes approved over the past five financial years from FY-2020-21 to FY-2024-25. On average, around 2.2 people have moved to the area per new home constructed over these five years, indicating strong demand that supports property values. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $355,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms.

This financial year has seen $21.7 million in commercial approvals registered, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve records 551.0% more development activity per person. New development consists of 81.0% standalone homes and 19.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 30 people moving to the area per dwelling approval, Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve shows characteristics of a growth area. Future projections indicate that Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve is expected to add approximately 20,252 residents by 2041.

Development appears to be keeping pace with projected growth, though buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence a region's performance. AreaSearch has identified 50 projects potentially impacting this area. Notable ones are Chambers Reserve, Cedar Ridge Logan Reserve, The Verge, and Riverleigh. Details on projects most relevant follow.

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Employment conditions in Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent, with an unemployment rate of 5.2%.

Over the past year, employment grew by an estimated 4.9%. As of June 2025, 6,923 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 5.3% compared to Greater Brisbane's 4.1%. Workforce participation is lower at 62.1%, against Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. The dominant employment sectors are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Construction jobs are particularly high, at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical jobs are lower at 4.2% versus the regional average of 8.9%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 4.9%, labour force grew by 4.8%, with unemployment remaining stable. Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 4.4% during this period. Statewide in Queensland as of Sep-25, employment contracted by 0.23%, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. Nationally, the unemployment rate is 4.5%, and employment grew by 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve, local growth is estimated at approximately 6.0% over five years and 12.7% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve had a median taxpayer income of $50,189 and an average of $53,837 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2022. This is lower than the national average. Greater Brisbane's median income was $55,645 with an average income of $70,520 during 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 $56,066 (median) and $60,141 (average). According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve ranked modestly, between the 47th and 48th percentiles. Income distribution showed that 38.9% of the population (6,712 individuals) fell within the $1,500 to $2,999 income range, which was consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 33.3% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 81.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 46th percentile.

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve, as recorded in the latest Census, 90.1% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 9.9% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwelling types. This compares to Brisbane's metropolitan area, where 89.2% of dwellings were houses and 10.9% were other types. Home ownership in Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve stood at 21.6%, similar to Brisbane metro's rate. Of the remaining dwellings, 36.3% were mortgaged and 42.1% were rented. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,750, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,600. Median weekly rent was $380, compared to $360 in Brisbane metro. Nationally, mortgage repayments averaged $1,863, and rents were $375 per week.

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve features high concentrations of family households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 77.1% of all households, including 35.9% couples with children, 26.5% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.9%, with lone person households at 19.4% and group households comprising 3.5%. The median household size is 2.9 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 3.0.

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 15.5%, significantly lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 11.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 42.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (12.0%) and certificates (30.7%).

Educational participation is high at 32.1%, including 11.7% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education. The three schools in Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve have a combined enrollment of 837 students. They demonstrate typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 978) with balanced educational opportunities, including one primary and two K-12 schools. Local school capacity is limited at 5.2 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 11.9, resulting in many families traveling to nearby areas for schooling.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve residents have relatively positive health outcomes, with low prevalence of common conditions compared to the general population, but higher than national averages in older cohorts at risk. Approximately 47% (~8,110 people) have private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

Common medical conditions include asthma (9.2%) and mental health issues (8.2%), with 70.6% reporting no medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The area has 13.0% residents aged 65 and over (2,245 people), requiring more attention due to health challenges among seniors.

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve 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

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 32.8% of its residents born overseas and 25.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve, accounting for 44.6% of the population. The 'Other' religious category showed slight overrepresentation, comprising 2.9% compared to 2.7% in Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (25.6%), Australian (21.5%), and Other (15.7%). Notable differences existed for certain ethnic groups: Samoan representation was higher at 3.3%, Maori at 3.1%, and New Zealand at 1.6% compared to regional averages of 3.0%, 3.2%, and 1.5% respectively.

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve has a median age of 30, which is younger than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and significantly under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (19.4%) but fewer residents aged 45-54 (8.5%). Between 2021 and present, the population aged 35-44 grew from 11.2% to 14.0%, while those aged 75-84 increased from 3.1% to 4.4%. Conversely, the age group of 45-54 declined from 10.2% to 8.5%, and the age group of 55-64 dropped from 10.3% to 8.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve's age structure, with the 35-44 age cohort projected to grow exceptionally, expanding by 2,982 people (123%) from 2,422 to 5,405.