Area profile · Greater Brisbane
Pallara - Willawong has an estimated 16,704 residents, up 63.4% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Pallara - Willawong.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Pallara - Willawong Statistical Area (Lv2) lies roughly 17 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population at approximately 16,704, an increase of 6,484 people (63.4%) on the 10,220 recorded at the 2021 Census. This change is inferred from the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 16,586 as of June 2025, together with 1,532 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, a high share of residents were born overseas, median household income is above average, and mortgage holders are strongly represented.
The area is well educated and highly culturally diverse, with a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44 and a high proportion of children. Its working-age population consists largely of family households and couples with children. In terms of population growth, the area ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,023 in 2001 and 16,586 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 16,704 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 22.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 46.3%.
Pallara - Willawong ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for development activity and the 95th for population growth.
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 Pallara - Willawong is $804 a week, up 6.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 28% above Greater Brisbane.
28% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $469 in 2017, $830 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $339 in 2017, $511 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $804 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $830 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $511 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 | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rocklea - Acacia Ridge | $621 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Rocklea - Acacia Ridge, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane - South | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane - South, over 12 months | +5.7% | 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 230 tracked applications: 167 approved, 38 under assessment, 25 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in Pallara - Willawong (2 under construction) and 104 more in the surrounding area.
A significant 19-hectare industrial and logistics hub strategically located near the Acacia Ridge intermodal terminal.
Reconfiguration of a lot (residential subdivision) at 78-88 Vied Road, Pallara.
Hub Heathwood is a multi-stage masterplanned industrial and logistics estate offering fully serviced lots and premium warehouse facilities.
Transformation of a 5.6-hectare site merging five land parcels across Kraft Road, Laxton Road, and Trivior Street into a masterplanned…
Acacia Doolandella is a boutique Ausbuild house and land estate in Brisbane's south, delivering 23 premium homesites within an established…
A vibrant retail hub anchored by a Coles Supermarket with 22 specialty stores, providing convenience for the growing Pallara community.
Golden Grove Estate is a 98 dwelling townhouse community at 73 Redhead Street, Doolandella, delivering three and four bedroom homes next to…
Proposed subdivision over a 10,185 sqm site comprising a single-storey childcare centre accommodating up to 165 children alongside 11…
Paradise in Parkinson is a masterplanned residential land estate comprising 118 residential lots delivered across multiple stages.
Expansion of existing ALDI tenancy and addition of four new specialty retail tenancies at Forest Lake Shopping Centre.
Construction of three 5-bedroom co-living houses in Forest Lake suburb. 15-month completion timeline from settlement.
Completed neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by a full line Woolworths supermarket and BWS liquor store, with direct to boot pickup and…
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Estimated completion year of the 48 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 10, 2026 10, 2027 15, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 230 substantial development applications lodged in and around Pallara - Willawong over the past 5 years, 45 in the last 12 months; 38 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 10, 2022 35, 2023 38, 2024 55, 2025 53, 2026 (to Oct) 39.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 230 | 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 | 30.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 96th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 332 | ABS building approvals | 96th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 167 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 38 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Pallara - Willawong SA2 include: Kraft Road and Laxton Road Residential Precinct (Dev. Application); Oxley Wedge Industrial Precinct (Construction); 212 Wadeville Street Residential Subdivision (Dev. Application); Pallara Development Project (78-88 Vied Road) (Approved); and Hub Heathwood Industrial Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Pallara - Willawong SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Business Parks & Technology Hubs, and Retail, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Pallara - Willawong higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 area has seen 472 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Pallara - Willawong SA2's current population of 16,704 has been supported by 332 approvals on average over recent years.
The Pallara - Willawong SA2 has seen 30.5 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 82 people in the Pallara - Willawong SA2, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Pallara - Willawong SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 332, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 has grown by approximately 7,917 people, while 1,661 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.8 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.
Pallara - Willawong lies within the top 5% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,704 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +63.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 626 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +13.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +13.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,220 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 6,484 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +10.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +7.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 26.70 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Pallara - Willawong SA2 was estimated to be approximately 16,704 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 16,586 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The pallara - willawong sa2 has added approximately 6,484 people and shown a 63.44% increase from the 10,220 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is estimated at 626 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 13.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (67.8%), Natural increase (19.0%), Overseas migration (13.2%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 67.8% of overall population gains.
Pallara - Willawong hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 31 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 5th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 26.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 56.3% | 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 | 31 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 17.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 16.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 22.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 6.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 at 31 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 31 years as at August 2026, Pallara - Willawong is 5 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 7 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 22.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 3.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 0-4 year-olds (9.2% vs 5.6%) and 35-44 year-olds (22.5% vs 14.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.4% vs 1.8%) and 75-84 year-olds (1.1% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 26.9% of the population in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 5.3% of the population in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 67% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,245 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $65,236 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,385 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $988 | 2021 Census, weekly | 77th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 32.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,380 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 8.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is approximately $62,386. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,245.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is approximately $69,874. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $65,236.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is approximately $62,386 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,245 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is approximately $69,874 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,236 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Pallara - Willawong SA2's households (~46.4% / 1,437 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 46.4% 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 Pallara - Willawong SA2 is $2,385/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is $2,380/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is $988/wk.
The Pallara - Willawong SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $58,245 and an average of $65,236 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is below the national average, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's median income of $61,668 and average income of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $62,386 (median) and $69,874 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is $8,542 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The pallara - willawong sa2's disposable income is $8,542 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Pallara - Willawong demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 76.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 9,524 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 19,864 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,842 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Pallara - Willawong SA2 has approximately 9,524 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 stands at 3.2%, which is 1.3 percentage points below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.5%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (20.0% of employment), retail trade (9.5%), and transport, postal & warehousing (8.6%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Pallara - Willawong SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is 76.2%, 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 pallara - willawong sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 20.0% of the local workforce compared to 16.1% across Greater Brisbane. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The pallara - willawong sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Pallara - Willawong shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 26.6% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 40.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 16.2% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
40.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
31.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The pallara - willawong sa2 ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (26.6%), Certificate (16.2%), Advanced Diploma (12.2%).
31.0% of the population in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.9% in primary school, 6.8% in secondary school, 5.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is 1064, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the Pallara - Willawong SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,283 students.
The pallara - willawong sa2 includes 1 primary school.
Pallara - Willawong features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.2 people | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 55.0% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.0% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,100 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,067 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 89.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Pallara - Willawong SA2 had 3,100 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 63.5% to an estimated 5,067 households today.
The average household size in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is 3.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 89.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (8.9%), group households (1.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,768 family households, couples with children account for 55.0% of all households, couples without children at home 24.0%, and single parent families 9.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the Pallara - Willawong SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 89.3% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 8.9% compared to 23.6% in Greater Brisbane. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 have an average of 1.4 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 59.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.2% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 8.9% of all households in the Pallara - Willawong SA2, notably lower than 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 1.9% of households, below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Pallara - Willawong is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 52.3% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 55.4% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 44.6% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 77.2% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 47.7% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
Pallara - Willawong is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 55.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 52.3% born overseas.
The main religion in Pallara - Willawong was found to be Christianity, which makes up 36.1% of people in Pallara - Willawong. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 14.7% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.2%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Pallara - Willawong are Other, comprising 23.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 9.4%, English, comprising 14.3% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Brisbane's 26.8%, and Australian, comprising 13.0% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Brisbane's 23.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Indian is notably overrepresented at 12.5% of Pallara - Willawong (vs 2.0% across Greater Brisbane), Vietnamese at 6.0% (vs 0.8%) and Samoan at 1.8% (vs 0.9%).
52.3% of the Pallara - Willawong SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
55.4% of the population in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.0% of the Pallara - Willawong SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
77.2% of the Pallara - Willawong SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Pallara - Willawong is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 26.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,100 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 60.6% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $450 | 2021 Census, weekly | 80th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Pallara - Willawong SA2, 12.7% of homes are owned outright, 60.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.1% of dwellings in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 are houses.
In the Pallara - Willawong SA2, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 stands at 12.7%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is $2,100, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is $1,793, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Pallara - Willawong SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 18.9% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 consists of 96.1% detached houses, 3.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Pallara - Willawong consumes approximately 17.4% of median household income ($10,327 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Pallara - Willawong show attached dwellings contributing 6% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 94% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Pallara - Willawong's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 50.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 29th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 83.0% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 85.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Around 50.0% of people in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the Pallara - Willawong SA2, 2.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
5.5% of people in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the Pallara - Willawong SA2 population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.3% of people in the Pallara - Willawong SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Pallara - Willawong SA2, 50.0% 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 588 m away and the nearest school 1.1 km.
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 | 20 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 20th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 588 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Pallara - Willawong higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Pallara - Willawong ranks in the 72nd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
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Median rent in Pallara - Willawong is $804 a week, +6.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Pallara - Willawong lies within the top 5% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Pallara - Willawong hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 67% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Pallara - Willawong demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
Pallara - Willawong shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Pallara - Willawong features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
Pallara - Willawong is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Pallara - Willawong is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Brisbane.
Pallara - Willawong's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport in Pallara - Willawong: transport access 10/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Pallara - Willawong has an estimated 16,704 residents, up 63.4% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Pallara - Willawong.
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 Pallara - Willawong.
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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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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 Pallara - Willawong 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 Pallara - Willawong 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 | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 16.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.