Loganlea

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

Loganlea's population is 13,003 as of May 2026. This shows an increase of 1,227 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 11,776. The growth is inferred from ABS data: Loganlea had an estimated resident population of 12,948 in June 2025 and gained 147 validated new addresses after the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,149 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other areas assessed by AreaSearch. Loganlea's growth rate of 10.4% since the 2021 Census exceeds both the SA3 area average (8.4%) and the national average, making it a growth leader in its region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 67.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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 are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings using ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 with a base year of 2022. Future population dynamics project an above median growth for Loganlea, with the area expected to increase by 2,774 persons to reach 15,778 by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 20.9% over the 16-year period.

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

Loganlea has averaged approximately 63 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25 inclusive. A total of 316 homes were approved during this period, with an additional 57 approvals recorded so far in FY26. On average, 3.9 people have moved to Loganlea each year for every dwelling built over these five financial years.

This supply has lagged demand, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction cost of new properties is $149,000, which is below regional levels, indicating more affordable housing options. In FY26 alone, $129.1 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting strong local business investment.

Compared to Greater Brisbane, Loganlea has seen slightly higher development activity, with 24.0% more dwelling approvals per person over the past five years. This has maintained good buyer choice while supporting existing property values, although development activity has slowed in recent periods. Recent construction in Loganlea consists of 63.0% detached dwellings and 37.0% townhouses or apartments, offering a range of housing types from spacious family homes to more affordable compact options. The area currently has approximately 404 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its established nature. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Loganlea is forecasted to gain an additional 2,719 residents by 2041. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

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

The performance of a region is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 21 such projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Logan Hospital Expansion, Loganlea Station Relocation, Slacks Creek Industrial Precinct Upgrade, and Service Station, Fast Food & Warehouse Showrooms. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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The labour market performance in Loganlea lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Loganlea has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. Key sectors include essential services. The unemployment rate was 7.7% in December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 0.9% over the past year.

As of that date, 5,989 residents were employed, but the unemployment rate was higher than Greater Brisbane's by 3.6 percentage points. Workforce participation lagged at 62.6%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. Only 8.7% of residents worked from home, though COVID-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Dominant employment sectors were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

The area had a strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing (1.6 times the regional level). However, professional & technical jobs had limited presence (4.1% compared to 8.9% regionally). There was one employed person for every resident, indicating local employment opportunities were above average. Between December 2024 and 2025, employment increased by 0.9%, while the labour force decreased by 1.5%, leading to a 2.2 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.2% and unemployment fall by 0.1 percentage points during this period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May-25) project national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Loganlea's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, although this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for local population changes.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Loganlea SA2 had a median income of $48,210 and an average of $53,104 among taxpayers. This is below the national average. Greater Brisbane had a median income of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36%, estimated incomes for March 2026 would be approximately $53,687 (median) and $59,137 (average). Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Loganlea fall between the 12th and 26th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that the largest segment comprises 35.1% of residents earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, aligning with surrounding regions at 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Loganlea, with only 78.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 20th percentile nationally.

Loganlea is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Loganlea's housing structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 76.8% houses and 23.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro had a higher proportion of other dwellings at 26.5%. Home ownership in Loganlea was lower at 15.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.1% and rented ones at 57.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Loganlea was $1,517, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Loganlea was $350, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Loganlea's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Loganlea features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 72.1% of all households, including 30.5% couples with children, 20.0% couples without children, and 19.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.9%, with lone person households at 23.0% and group households comprising 5.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Loganlea fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate of 15.9% is significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (29.0%). Educational participation is high, with 35.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.0% in primary education, 10.5% in secondary education, and 4.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Loganlea has 51 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 48 distinct routes, facilitating 3,396 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents' average proximity to the nearest stop being 234 meters. Predominantly residential, Loganlea sees most commuters traveling outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 88%, while train usage stands at 5%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 8.7% of residents work from home, which might be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 485 trips daily, equating to roughly 66 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Loganlea is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Loganlea faces substantial health challenges as per AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population (~6,020 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are mental health issues (9.9%) and asthma (9.6%). 67.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. Loganlea has 12.5% of residents aged 65 and over (1,622 people), lower than Greater Brisbane's 15.1%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with national rankings for the general population.

Loganlea 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

Loganlea has a high level of cultural diversity, with 28.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 38.4% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Loganlea, making up 46.7% of the population. However, Islam is significantly overrepresented, comprising 8.1%, compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 2.0%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English at 22.8%, Australian at 20.1%, and Other at 19.0%, which is higher than the regional average of 9.4%. Notably, Maori (3.5% vs 1.1%), Samoan (3.0% vs 0.9%), and New Zealand (1.3% vs 1.0%) ethnic groups are overrepresented in Loganlea compared to regional averages.

Loganlea hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

At 32 years, Loganlea's median age is notably under the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and is significantly lower than the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Brisbane, Loganlea has a higher concentration of 15-24 residents at 15.6% but fewer 45-54 year-olds at 11.0%. In the period since 2021, the 75-84 age group has grown from 3.0% to 4.0% of the population. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has declined from 14.7% to 13.3%. Demographic modeling suggests Loganlea's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, expanding by 520 people (36%) from 1,430 to 1,951. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort grows by a modest 2% (17 people).