Ormeau (East) - Stapylton
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Ormeau (East) - Stapylton lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's population is approximately 12,177 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,496 people from the 2021 Census total of 10,681, indicating a growth rate of 14.0%. The change was inferred using the estimated resident population of 11,760 in June 2024 and an additional 286 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 475 persons per square kilometer. Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's growth rate exceeded that of non-metro areas (8.8%) and the national average, positioning it as a region with significant growth potential. Natural growth contributed approximately 37.0% to overall population gains during recent periods, while other factors such as interstate migration and overseas migration also played positive roles.

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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, with proportional growth weightings applied to align with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Future demographic trends suggest a significant population increase in the top quartile of Australia's non-metropolitan areas, with Ormeau (East) - Stapylton expected to grow by approximately 4,090 persons by 2041 based on current numbers, indicating a total gain of 30.2% over 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Ormeau (East) - Stapylton among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton has seen approximately 49 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 245 homes have been approved, with an additional 19 approved so far in FY26. On average, about 6.1 people per year have moved to the area for each dwelling built during this period.

This high demand exceeds new supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $230,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms. In FY26, $4.9 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Ormeau (East) - Stapylton has significantly less development activity, with 53.0% below the regional average per person.

This scarcity of new homes often strengthens demand and prices for existing properties, though building activity has accelerated in recent years. All recent developments have been detached houses, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 183 people moving to the area for each dwelling approval, Ormeau (East) - Stapylton exhibits characteristics of a growth area. Population forecasts suggest that Ormeau (East) - Stapylton will gain approximately 3,673 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth in the area.

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 31 projects likely to affect the area. Notable ones are Ormeau Rail Facility - Queensland Train Manufacturing Program, AMARA residential community by AVID Property Group, Ormeau Goldmine Road and Lahrs Road intersection upgrade, and Ormeau Residential Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Ormeau (East) - Stapylton ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Ormeau East - Stapylton has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent, with an unemployment rate of 3.3% and estimated employment growth of 2.1% in the past year as of June 2025.

There are 6,393 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.7% below Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is high at 69.0%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key employment industries include construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The area specializes in construction with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented at 0.6% compared to Rest of Qld's 4.5%.

There are 1.1 workers per resident, indicating it functions as an employment hub attracting workers from nearby areas. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 2.1%, while labour force also grew by 2.1%, keeping unemployment flat. In comparison, Rest of Qld had employment growth of 1.8% with a slight increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Ormeau East - Stapylton's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.1% over five years and 12.8% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2022 shows median income in Ormeau (East) - Stapylton was $55,573 and average income was $65,534. This is similar to national averages. Rest of Qld had a median income of $50,780 and an average income of $64,844. By September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $63,348 and average income would be around $74,702, based on Wage Price Index growth since FY2022. As per the 2021 Census, incomes in Ormeau (East) - Stapylton are at the 62nd percentile nationally. The $1,500-$2,999 income band includes 41.2% of individuals (5,016 people), consistent with regional trends showing 31.7% in this category. High housing costs consume 18.6% of income. Despite this, disposable income is at the 60th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Ormeau (East) - Stapylton, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.4% houses and 7.6% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 80.5% houses and 19.4% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Ormeau (East) - Stapylton was 17.8%, with the rest either mortgaged (43.2%) or rented (39.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,950, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $440, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $450. Nationally, Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households compose 82.3% of all households, including 43.7% couples with children, 23.4% couples without children, and 14.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 17.7%, with lone person households at 14.7% and group households comprising 2.8%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.9.

Educational attainment in Ormeau (East) - Stapylton aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 16.2%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 44.3% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (13.1%) and certificates (31.2%). Educational participation is high at 36.1%, comprising primary education (13.7%), secondary education (11.4%), and tertiary education (3.8%).

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's four schools have a combined enrollment of 2,939 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1004) offering balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes one primary, one secondary, and two K-12 schools. The area functions as an education hub with 24.1 school places per 100 residents, significantly higher than the regional average of 14.7, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton has 38 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by two routes that together offer 188 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents on average located 286 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, there are an average of 26 trips per day, resulting in approximately four weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Ormeau (East) - Stapylton is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Ormeau East - Stapylton shows better-than-average health outcomes, with low prevalence of common conditions among its general population (6,380 people), although it exceeds national averages for older at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 52% of residents have private health cover, slightly higher than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 9.2% and 8.9% respectively. About 70.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 71.6% in Rest of Qld. The area has a lower proportion of seniors (aged 65 and over), at 9.8% (1,189 people), than the 12.0% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those of the broader population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Ormeau (East) - Stapylton records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's cultural diversity is roughly aligned with its wider region, with 81.8% of residents being citizens, 75.6% born in Australia, and 92.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, comprising 47.7%, compared to 46.0% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups are English (29.9%), Australian (27.2%), and Scottish (7.0%).

Notably, New Zealanders make up 2.2% versus the regional average of 1.9%, Maori comprise 3.0% compared to 2.9%, and Samoans represent 0.9% versus 0.7%.

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton has a median age of 32 years, which is lower than the Rest of Qld average of 41 and significantly under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Rest of Qld, Ormeau (East) - Stapylton has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 at 17.0%, but fewer residents aged 65-74 at 5.3%. Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 13.3% to 15.1% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 18.7% to 15.9%. Demographic projections suggest that Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's age profile will change significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow the most, increasing by 57% to reach 2,975 residents.