Ormeau (East) - Stapylton

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's population is around 12,177 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,496 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,681 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 11,760 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 286 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 475 persons per square kilometer. Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's growth rate of 14.0% since the 2021 census exceeded the non-metro area average of 8.8%. Natural growth contributed approximately 37.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including interstate migration and overseas migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are used, applying proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. A significant population increase is forecast in the top quartile of Australia's non-metropolitan areas, with Ormeau (East) - Stapylton expected to expand by 4,090 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 30.2% over the 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 21 approved in FY26 so far. Each dwelling built over these five years attracted an average of 6.1 people per year, indicating significant demand exceeding new supply.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $230,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms. This financial year has seen $4.9 million in commercial development approvals, highlighting 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 typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties.

Recent development in the area has been entirely comprised of detached houses, preserving its low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 183 people per dwelling approval, Ormeau (East) - Stapylton exhibits characteristics of a growth area. Population forecasts indicate it will gain approximately 3,673 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 31 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include the Ormeau Rail Facility - Queensland Train Manufacturing Program, Ormeau Goldmine Road and Lahrs Road Intersection Upgrade, Ormeau Residential Development, and Ormeau Community Hub. The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis places Ormeau (East) - Stapylton well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent, with an unemployment rate of 3.4% as of September 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.4%. There are 6,505 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, which is below Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is high at 69.0% compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Leading industries include construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.

The area specializes in construction with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level. However, 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 surrounding areas. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.4%, labour force by 2.6%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.7% and unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov shows QLD employment contracted by 0.01% with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National employment forecasts suggest a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary between industries. Applying these projections to Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 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 latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that Ormeau (East) - Stapylton SA2 had a median income of $55,573 and an average income of $65,534. This is comparable to the national averages but higher than Rest of Qld's median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $63,348 and the average income $74,702, based on a Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022. The 2021 Census reveals that incomes in Ormeau (East) - Stapylton cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 41.2% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, consistent with regional trends where 31.7% fall into this category. Housing costs consume 18.6% of income in the area, but strong earnings place disposable income 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 remaining dwellings 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 constitute 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 account for 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 prevalent, with 44.3% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (13.1%) and certificates (31.2%). Educational participation is high, with 36.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 13.7% in primary, 11.4% in secondary, and 3.8% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 36.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.7% in primary education, 11.4% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Analysis shows 38 active public transport stops in Ormeau (East) - Stapylton area. These are served by buses only. There are two routes operating collectively providing 188 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated good with residents typically located 286 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 26 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately four weekly trips per individual stop.

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Ormeau (East) - Stapylton recorded relatively positive health outcomes as of 2021.

The prevalence of common health conditions was low among its general population, but higher than the national average for older and at-risk cohorts. Private health cover stood at approximately 52% of the total population (~6,380 people), slightly ahead of the SA2 area average. Mental health issues and asthma were the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 9.2 and 8.9% of residents respectively. A total of 70.7% of residents reported no medical ailments, compared to 71.6% in Rest of Qld. The area had 9.8% of residents aged 65 and over (1,189 people), lower than the 12.0% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors required 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, in its cultural diversity, is roughly aligned with the broader regional average. Its population composition is as follows: 81.8% citizens, 75.6% born in Australia, and 92.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity dominates Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's religious landscape, comprising 47.7% of its population, slightly higher than the regional average of 46.0%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are: English (29.9%), Australian (27.2%), and Scottish (7.0%). Notably, New Zealanders make up 2.2% of Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's population, higher than the regional average of 1.9%. Maori representation is also notably higher at 3.0%, compared to the regional average of 2.9%. Samoan representation, however, is slightly lower at 0.9% versus the regional average of 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 considerably lower than the Rest of Qld average of 41 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Relative to Rest of Qld, Ormeau (East) - Stapylton has a higher concentration of 35-44 residents at 17.0%, but fewer 65-74 year-olds at 5.3%. Between the 2021 Census and the current period, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 13.3% to 15.1% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 18.7% to 15.9%. Demographic modeling suggests that Ormeau (East) - Stapylton's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 57%, adding 1,076 residents to reach 2,975.