Corinda

Population growth drivers in Corinda are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Corinda's population was approximately 5,756 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 435 people, an 8.2% rise from the 2021 Census which reported a population of 5,321. This change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 5,608 in June 2024 and an additional 110 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,998 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Corinda has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.2%, outperforming the SA4 region. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data for areas not covered by this data or years post-2032. However, state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data for each age cohort when utilized. Future population trends suggest a median national area increase with Corinda expected to expand by 692 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 9.4% over the 17 years.

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

Corinda has averaged approximately 49 new dwelling approvals per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 249 homes were approved, with an additional 31 approved so far in FY26. This averages out to around 1.3 new residents arriving for every new home over these five years, indicating balanced supply and demand dynamics.

The average construction value of new properties is $432,000, suggesting developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In terms of commercial approvals, $4.9 million has been registered in FY26, reflecting Corinda's primarily residential character. When compared to Greater Brisbane, Corinda has seen 96.0% more new home approvals per capita, providing buyers with a wider range of choices. However, building activity has slowed in recent years, with new developments comprising 28.0% detached dwellings and 72.0% townhouses or apartments. This shift towards compact living offers affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers, marking a significant change from the current housing mix of 68.0% houses. With around 259 people being approved per dwelling, Corinda's developing market is expected to gain approximately 544 residents by 2041, according to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate.

Based on current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects that may impact the area. Major initiatives include the Oxley Priority Development Area (PDA), Oxley Creek Transformation, Oxley Stormwater Management System, and Seventeen Mile Rocks Road Infrastructure Upgrade. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Despite maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.5%, 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. As of September 2025, its unemployment rate is 3.5%. In the same month, 2,974 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.5% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation in Corinda stands at 66.4%, below Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 33.3% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Education & training shows strong specialization with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, construction is under-represented at 5.9%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 9.0%. Many Corinda residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, Corinda's labour force decreased by 3.4% alongside a 3.4% employment decline, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with a 0.5 percentage point drop in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Corinda's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

The latest AreaSearch postcode level ATO data for the financial year ending June 2023 shows that Corinda SA2 has high incomes nationally. The median income is $64,645 and the average income stands at $86,700. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's median income is $58,236 with an average of $72,799. Based on a 9.91% Wage Price Index growth since June 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $71,051 (median) and $95,292 (average). Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Corinda rank highly nationally, between the 76th and 77th percentiles. Income brackets show that 26.9% of locals (1,548 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 category, similar to broader trends across the area where 33.3% are in the same category. A substantial proportion of high earners (37.3%) indicates strong economic capacity throughout Corinda. Housing accounts for 14.0% of income, and residents rank highly with disposable incomes in the 78th percentile nationally. 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 dwellings, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 67.5% houses and 32.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% 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, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Corinda was $385, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Corinda's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were above the national figure of $375.

Corinda has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households comprise 72.4% of all households, including 36.1% couples with children, 26.0% couples without children, and 9.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.6%, with lone person households at 24.7% and group households making up 2.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which matches the Greater Brisbane average.

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

Corinda's educational attainment notably exceeds broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15+, 49.9% possess university qualifications, compared to QLD's 25.7% and Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees dominate at 31.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.9%) and graduate diplomas (5.6%). Vocational pathways make up 23.3% of qualifications among those aged 15+, with advanced diplomas accounting for 9.7% and certificates for 13.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.3% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in primary education, 9.6% in secondary education, and 7.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Corinda has 22 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 92 different routes, collectively facilitating 3,200 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy good transport accessibility, with an average distance of 210 meters to the nearest stop. Primarily residential, Corinda sees most residents commuting outward. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 74%, while trains account for 18%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, below the regional average.

In 2021 Census data, 33.3% of residents worked from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 457 trips per day, equating to approximately 145 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 demonstrates superior health outcomes, as assessed by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both younger and older age groups exhibit low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is exceptionally high, at approximately 63% of the total population (3,643 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 9.5% of residents and asthma impacting 7.5%, while 70.1% report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population exhibits better than average health outcomes. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 19.8% (1,136 people), compared to 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Corinda's cultural diversity is above average, with 14.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 25.0% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Corinda, comprising 50.9% of its population. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane, making up 0.2% versus 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (28.0%), Australian (22.3%), and Irish (12.3%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Scottish at 9.7% (versus 7.4% regionally), French at 0.8% (versus 0.5%), and Vietnamese at 1.3% (versus 0.8%).

Corinda's population is slightly older than 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 (14.8% locally) and an under-representation of the 25-34 age group (9.2%). Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group grew from 5.3% to 7.8%, while the 15-24 cohort increased from 11.8% to 13.6%. Conversely, the 0-4 age group declined from 5.4% to 4.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Corinda's age profile will evolve significantly. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to expand by 208 people (47%), from 447 to 656. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 69% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 25-34 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.