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, as per AreaSearch's analysis, was around 5,686 people by May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 365 individuals (6.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 5,321. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 5,686 in June 2025 and an additional 118 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 1,974 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Corinda exhibited resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%, outperforming its SA4 region. Recent population gains were primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 73.9%.

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. However, these state projections lack age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population trends indicate an increase just below the national median by 2041, with Corinda expected to expand by 627 persons, reflecting a total gain of 11.0% over the 16-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

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 FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 249 homes were approved, with an additional 31 approved so far in FY-26. On average, about 1.3 new residents arrive per new home each year over these five years.

This suggests a balance between supply and demand, contributing to stable market conditions. The average construction value of new properties is around $432,000, indicating that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY-26, Corinda has registered approximately $4.9 million in commercial approvals, reflecting its residential character. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Corinda has 97.0% more new home approvals per person, providing buyers with ample choice. However, building activity has slowed in recent years. The current development mix consists of 28.0% detached dwellings and 72.0% townhouses or apartments, a shift from the current housing mix of 68.0% houses.

This change reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With approximately 259 people per dwelling approval, Corinda shows a developing market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Corinda is forecasted to gain around 627 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, creating good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Corinda has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects that may affect this region. Notable projects 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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Corinda has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Corinda has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented, and its unemployment rate was 4.1% as of December 2025. In this month, 2945 residents were employed, matching Greater Brisbane's unemployment rate of 4.1%, but with a lower workforce participation rate at 64.6%. Census data showed that 33.3% of Corinda's residents worked from home.

Major employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Education & training stands out 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 December 2024 and December 2025, Corinda's labour force decreased by 3.2%, with employment declining by 3.7%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment growth of 3.2% and labour force growth of 3.0%, with a slight drop in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Corinda's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, though these are simple 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 ended June 2023 shows that Corinda SA2 has high incomes nationally. The median income is $64,645 and the average income stands at $86,700. 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 11.36% since financial year ended June 2023, current estimates would be approximately $71,989 (median) and $96,549 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals that household, family and personal incomes in Corinda rank highly nationally, between the 76th and 77th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that 26.9% of locals (1,529 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 category, similar to broader trends across the broader 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 while strong earnings rank residents within the 78th 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 dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 67.5% houses and 32.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Corinda was higher 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 $1,863. Median weekly rent in Corinda was $385, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Corinda's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,200 against the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were higher at $385 compared to 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 comprising 2.9%. 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 has a notably high educational attainment among its residents aged 15 and above, with 49.9% holding university qualifications. This figure is higher than both Queensland's state average of 25.7% and Australia's national average of 30.4%. The area's educational advantage is evident in the types of qualifications held: Bachelor degrees are most common at 31.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.9%) and graduate diplomas (5.6%). Vocational pathways make up 23.3% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas accounting for 9.7% and certificates for 13.6%.

Educational participation in Corinda is also 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.

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 routes, facilitating 3,200 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is good, with residents typically located 210 meters from the nearest stop. As a residential area, most commuting is outward-bound. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 74%, while train usage stands at 18%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.2, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 33.3% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 457 trips per day across all routes, resulting in 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 based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and elderly cohorts exhibit low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 63% of the total population (3599 people), compared to 55.8% in 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%. A total of 70.1% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 19.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1105 people), higher than the 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with 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 population shows cultural diversity, with 14.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 25.0% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Corinda, accounting for 50.9%. Judaism, however, is slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane, making up 0.2% of Corinda's population versus 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (28.0%), Australian (22.3%), and Irish (12.3%). Notably, Scottish (9.7%) and French (0.8%) are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 7.4% and 0.5%, respectively. Vietnamese representation is also higher than the regional average at 1.3%.

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's 45-54 cohort is notably over-represented at 14.9%, while its 25-34 year-olds are under-represented at 10.1%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 11.8% to 14.3% of Corinda's population, while the 75-84 cohort increased from 5.3% to 7.7%. Conversely, the 0-4 cohort has declined from 5.4% to 3.7%, and the 5-14 group dropped from 13.9% to 12.6%. Demographic modeling suggests that Corinda's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to expand by 213 people (49%), growing from 437 to 651 individuals. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 66% of total population growth, reflecting Corinda's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 25-34 and 0-4 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.