Area profile · Greater Brisbane
Morningside - Seven Hills has an estimated 16,064 residents, up 12.3% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Morningside - Seven Hills.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Morningside - Seven Hills Statistical Area (Lv2), located 5.0 kilometres east from Brisbane CBD, had an estimated population of approximately 16,064 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 2021 Census count of 14,308 people, this represents growth of 1,756 people (12.3%). The estimate is based on an estimated resident population of 16,055 from the ABS as of June 2025 and 297 validated new addresses since the Census date. Its profile also includes an above-average renting population, high semi-detached housing levels, standout school performance levels, and a notable 35 to 44yo presence.
The community has a high proportion of young adults and working age residents, with group households forming a notable part of its profile. Morningside - Seven Hills is described as tranquil and family-friendly, with green spaces, parks, recreational areas, well-regarded schools, shopping centres, dining options and tree-lined streets. These features contribute to a peaceful, comfortable and community-focused lifestyle in QLD, Australia. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,335 in 2001 and 16,055 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 16,064 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 21.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.7%.
Morningside - Seven Hills ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for income and the 92nd for education.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Morningside - Seven Hills is $724 a week, up 7.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 15% above Greater Brisbane.
15% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $501 in 2017, $829 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $388 in 2017, $637 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $724 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $829 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $637 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane Inner - East | $708 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane Inner - East, over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane Inner City | $628 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane Inner City, over 12 months | +9.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Brisbane | $627 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Brisbane, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 251 tracked applications: 202 approved, 31 under assessment, 18 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 10 projects in Morningside - Seven Hills (1 under construction) and 130 more in the surrounding area.
A 30-hectare riverside mixed-use industrial and heritage business precinct.
Mixed-use development comprising 110 apartments across two towers of 8 and 9 storeys, ground floor retail tenancies, and basement parking…
Five storey mixed use building comprising 25 residential dwellings (18 x 2 bed, 6 x 3 bed, 1 x 4 bed) over ground floor retail.
A 7-storey mixed-use building designed by AEQ Architects comprising 48 residential apartments above ground-floor commercial tenancies.
Approved 7 storey mixed commercial building with self storage facility above ground floor retail and first floor office on a triangular…
TradeCoast Connect is a multi-unit last mile logistics estate at 50-80 Manton Street, Morningside, in Brisbane's Australia TradeCoast…
Approved reconfiguration of a lot creating approximately 23 residential lots over two stages, with associated new roads, drainage and…
Accessibility upgrade of Morningside station delivering a new footbridge with lift and stair access connecting both fully raised platforms…
Cielo Group is delivering Bhode, a three storey mixed-use project comprising 13 luxury apartments with resort-style amenities at the…
Staged upgrade of the heritage-listed Bulimba Memorial Park delivering new playgrounds, improved landscaping, shade, drainage, fencing and…
Teneriffe Banks is a $1.5 billion riverfront mixed-use precinct by Kokoda Property on a 17,612 sqm former industrial site in Teneriffe.
Council-managed active transport project upgrading active travel corridors between Morningside and the Bulimba ferry terminal.
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Estimated completion year of the 75 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 19, 2027 27, 2028 11, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 3, 2032 4, 2033 1, 2034 1. 18 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 251 substantial development applications lodged in and around Morningside - Seven Hills over the past 5 years, 45 in the last 12 months; 31 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 14, 2022 39, 2023 33, 2024 46, 2025 95, 2026 (to Oct) 24.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 251 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 45 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 86 | ABS building approvals | 75th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 202 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 31 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 include: 608-618 Wynnum Road Mixed-Use Development, Morningside (Under Assessment); 653-655 Wynnum Road Mixed Use Development (Approved); 495A-497 Wynnum Road Self-Storage Facility (Approved); TradeCoast Connect (Completed); and Beelarong Street Residential Subdivision (Dev. Approval). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Morningside - Seven Hills higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 area has seen 227 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Morningside - Seven Hills SA2's current population of 16,064 has been supported by 86 approvals on average over recent years.
The Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 has seen 5.7 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.1 approval in Greater Brisbane. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 147 people in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 86, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 has grown by approximately 1,578 people, while 429 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Morningside - Seven Hills are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,064 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,417 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 14,308 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,756 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.65 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 was estimated to be approximately 16,064 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 16,055 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The morningside - seven hills sa2 has added approximately 1,756 people and shown a 12.27% increase from the 14,308 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is estimated at 2,416 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (73.6%), Natural increase (26.4%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 73.6% of overall population gains.
Morningside - Seven Hills hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 16th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 33.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 61.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 21.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Morningside - Seven Hills is 2 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 21.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 2.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most under-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (2.7% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.1% of the population in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.9% of the population in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 6% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $77,394 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $102,594 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,323 | 2021 Census, weekly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,194 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 36.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,920 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is approximately $82,897. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $77,394.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is approximately $109,888. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $102,594.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is approximately $82,897 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $77,394 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is approximately $109,888 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $102,594 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2's households (~32.7% / 1,849 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.7% of households. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 33.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is $2,323/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is $2,920/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is $1,194/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2's median income among taxpayers is $77,394, with an average of $102,594. This is exceptionally high nationally, and compares to Greater Brisbane's median of $61,668 and average of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $82,897 (median) and $109,888 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is $8,405 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The morningside - seven hills sa2's disposable income is $8,405 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Morningside - Seven Hills has been broadly consistent with national averages.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 81.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 10,515 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 14,457 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 10,982 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 has approximately 10,515 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 stands at 4.3%, which is broadly in line with Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.5%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.1% of employment), professional & technical (14.1%), and education & training (8.8%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is 81.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The morningside - seven hills sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 14.1% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The morningside - seven hills sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in Morningside - Seven Hills places it within the top 8% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 44.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.3% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 27.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
44.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
27.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The morningside - seven hills sa2 ranks in the 92th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (30.8%), Certificate (17.3%), Advanced Diploma (11.4%).
30.2% of the population in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.7% in primary school, 6.3% in secondary school, 8.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is 1106, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 973 students.
The morningside - seven hills sa2 includes 2 primary schools.
Morningside - Seven Hills features high concentrations of group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 26.5% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 27.1% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.5% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,656 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,350 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 had 5,656 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.3% to an estimated 6,350 households today.
The average household size in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (26.5%), group households (8.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,676 family households, couples with children account for 27.1% of all households, couples without children at home 25.5%, and single parent families 10.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, family households are under-represented at 65.0% compared to 71.7% in Greater Brisbane. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Families in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 37.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 47.7% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 26.5% of all households in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2, similar to the average for Greater Brisbane of 23.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 8.7% of households, above the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Morningside - Seven Hills was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 24.9% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 87.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 75.1% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
Morningside - Seven Hills was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 12.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 24.9% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Morningside - Seven Hills, at 44.6% of people, although more residents (50.5%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 47.8% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Morningside - Seven Hills are English, comprising 28.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 11.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of Morningside - Seven Hills (vs 0.5% across Greater Brisbane), South African at 0.7% (vs 0.6%) and Spanish at 0.6% (vs 0.4%).
24.9% of the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
12.7% of the population in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.5% of the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
85.0% of the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Morningside - Seven Hills displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 45.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 17.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 46.0% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 37.8% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $430 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 26th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2, 17.1% of homes are owned outright, 37.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 45.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 46.0% of dwellings in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 are houses.
In the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2, 25.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 29.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 stands at 17.1%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is $2,167, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is $1,661, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 21.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 21.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 18.5% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 consists of 46.0% detached houses, 29.0% semi-detached dwellings, 25.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Morningside - Seven Hills consumes approximately 16.5% of median household income ($10,059 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Morningside - Seven Hills show attached dwellings contributing 65% of approvals compared to 54% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 35% of applications versus 46% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
The level of general health in Morningside - Seven Hills is notably higher than the national average with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 69.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 91st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
Around 69.5% of people in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2, 3.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
7.3% of people in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.4% of the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.0% of people in the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Morningside - Seven Hills SA2, 69.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Brisbane sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.1%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 303 m away and the nearest GP 495 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 74th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 303 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 425 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 476 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 495 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 550 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 595 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 650 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 796 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Morningside - Seven Hills higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Morningside - Seven Hills ranks in the 73rd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
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Median rent in Morningside - Seven Hills is $724 a week, +7.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Morningside - Seven Hills are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Morningside - Seven Hills hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 6% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Employment performance in Morningside - Seven Hills has been broadly consistent with national averages.
Educational achievement in Morningside - Seven Hills places it within the top 8% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Morningside - Seven Hills features high concentrations of group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Morningside - Seven Hills was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Morningside - Seven Hills displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
The level of general health in Morningside - Seven Hills is notably higher than the national average with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport in Morningside - Seven Hills: transport access 10/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Morningside - Seven Hills has an estimated 16,064 residents, up 12.3% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Morningside - Seven Hills.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Morningside - Seven Hills.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
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AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Morningside - Seven Hills from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Morningside - Seven Hills with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 10 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 10th percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 27.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.