Corinda
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Corinda's population was 5,321 as of the 2021 Census. By Nov 2025, it is around 5,753, an increase of 432 people (8.1%). This growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 5,608 in June 2024 and an additional 109 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density as of Nov 2025 is approximately 1,997 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Corinda's population grew at a compound annual growth rate of 1.2%, outpacing its SA4 region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data for years post-2032. Future population trends suggest an increase just below the national median by 2041, with Corinda expected to expand by 692 persons, recording a total gain of 9.5% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Corinda when compared nationally

Corinda has averaged approximately 49 new dwelling approvals annually over recent years. Between FY-21 and FY-25, a total of 249 homes were approved, with an additional 28 approved so far in FY-26. This results in around 1.3 new residents arriving per year for each new home constructed during these financial years.

The average construction value of new properties is approximately $432,000, indicating a focus on the premium market segment. In FY-26, commercial approvals amounting to $4.9 million have been registered. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Corinda has seen 96.0% more new home approvals per capita. This higher level of activity provides buyers with increased choice, though building activity has slowed in recent years. The current dwelling approval composition is approximately 28.0% detached dwellings and 72.0% townhouses or apartments, reflecting a shift towards compact living that caters to affordability requirements and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. As of now, Corinda has around 259 people per dwelling approval, indicating a developing market with population forecasts projecting an increase of 547 residents by 2041.

At current development rates, new housing supply is expected to comfortably meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. Eight relevant projects have been identified by AreaSearch. Key projects include the Oxley Stormwater Management System, Oxley Conservation and Bushland Rehabilitation, Oxley Priority Development Area (PDA), and Oxley Railway Station Connectivity Improvements. The following list details those likely to be most impactful.

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Despite maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.4%, Corinda has experienced recent job losses, resulting in a below average employment performance ranking when compared nationally

Corinda has a highly educated workforce with professional services well represented and an unemployment rate of 3.4% as of June 2025. In this month, 2980 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.7% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation in Corinda is equal to Greater Brisbane's figure of 64.5%. Key employment industries for residents include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Notably, education & training has a strong presence with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, construction is under-represented in Corinda, with only 5.9% of its workforce compared to Greater Brisbane's 9.0%.

While local employment opportunities exist, many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, Corinda's labour force decreased by 1.4%, accompanied by a 1.9% decline in employment, leading to a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 4.4% and labour force increase by 4.0%, with a 0.4 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth varies significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Corinda's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that median income in Corinda is $62,290 and average income is $84,946. This contrasts with Greater Brisbane's median income of $55,645 and average income of $70,520. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, estimated median income in Corinda as of September 2025 is approximately $71,004 and estimated average income is $96,830. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 76th and 78th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that 26.9% of locals (1,547 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader trends showing 33.3% in the same category. A substantial proportion of high earners (37.3%) are above $3,000/week, indicating strong economic capacity. Housing accounts for 14.0% of income and residents rank within the 79th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Corinda displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Corinda's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 67.5% houses and 32.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Brisbane metro's 48.9% houses and 51.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Corinda stood at 33.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 37.0% and rented ones at 29.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,200, above Brisbane metro's average of $2,167. Median weekly rent in Corinda was $385, compared to Brisbane metro's $410. Nationally, Corinda's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Corinda has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households compose 72.4 percent of all households, including 36.1 percent couples with children, 26.0 percent couples without children, and 9.3 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 27.6 percent, with lone person households at 24.7 percent and group households comprising 2.9 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.5.

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

Educational attainment in Corinda is notably higher than broader benchmarks. 49.9% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in Queensland and 30.4% nationally. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 31.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.9%) and graduate diplomas (5.6%). Vocational pathways account for 23.3% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 13.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in primary education, 9.6% in secondary education, and 7.6% pursuing tertiary education. Corinda's five schools have a combined enrollment of 4,278 students as of the latest data. The area has significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement (ICSEA: 1108). The educational mix includes two primary, one secondary, and two K-12 schools. As an education hub, Corinda offers 74.6 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 26.1, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Transport analysis shows 22 active stops in Corinda offering mixed train and bus services. These stops cater to 76 routes serving 4030 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy good accessibility with an average distance of 210 meters to the nearest stop.

Daily service frequency averages 575 trips across all routes, translating to around 183 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Corinda is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Corinda shows superior health outcomes, with both youth and elderly cohorts experiencing low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover stands at approximately 62% (3,589 people), higher than Greater Brisbane's 66.6%. Nationally, this figure is 55.3%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 9.5% and 7.5% of residents respectively. 70.1% claim to be free from medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 74.7%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 19.0% (1,092 people), versus Greater Brisbane's 14.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, mirroring the general population's health profile.

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

Corinda's cultural diversity was found to be above average, with 14.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 25.0% born overseas. Christianity was the main religion in Corinda, comprising 50.9% of its population. Judaism was overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane, making up 0.2% of Corinda's population versus 0.3%.

The top three ancestry groups were English at 28.0%, Australian at 22.3%, and Irish at 12.3%. Notably, Scottish (9.7%), French (0.8%), and Vietnamese (1.3%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 8.7%, 0.7%, and 1.0% respectively.

Corinda's median age exceeds the national pattern

Corinda has a median age of 41, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and marginally higher than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to the Greater Brisbane average, Corinda has an over-representation of the 45-54 age cohort (14.9% locally) and an under-representation of the 25-34 year-olds (9.8%). Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 5.3% to 7.2%, while the 15-24 cohort increased from 11.8% to 13.4%. Conversely, the 0-4 age group has declined from 5.4% to 4.2%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Corinda's age profile will significantly evolve. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow by 243 people (59%), increasing from 412 to 656. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 69% of total population growth, reflecting Corinda's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 25-34 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.