Redcliffe

Population growth drivers in Redcliffe are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Redcliffe's population is 11,306 as of May 2026. This shows an increase of 872 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,434. The growth is inferred from ABS data: 11,134 in June 2025 and 263 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 2,704 persons per square kilometer, placing Redcliffe in the upper quartile nationally. Its 8.4% growth since census is close to the SA3 area's 8.9%, indicating strong growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 53.4% of population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 projections from 2023 are used, applying proportional growth weightings based on ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023. Projected demographic shifts predict exceptional growth for Redcliffe by 2041, with an expected expansion of 4,544 persons, reflecting a total increase of 38.7% over the 16 years.

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

Redcliffe saw approximately 78 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 391 homes. As of FY26323 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.4 new residents per year per dwelling constructed were seen between FY21 and FY25. The average construction value of these dwellings was $391,000.

In FY26, $32.5 million in commercial approvals have been registered. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Redcliffe has 12.0% less new development per person but ranks among the 84th percentile nationally. New building activity comprised 18.0% detached houses and 82.0% attached dwellings. This shift from the area's existing housing (52.0% houses) indicates decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyles. With around 140 people per dwelling approval, Redcliffe shows growth area characteristics.

By 2041, Redcliffe is expected to grow by 4,372 residents. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Redcliffe has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 29 projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include Bluewater Square Hotel Development, Brisbane Housing Company Seniors Development, Bramble Bay Foreshore Restoration Project, and Redcliffe Picture Palace Heritage Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Redcliffe shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Redcliffe has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 4.9% as of December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 4.4% over the past year. As of that date, 4,842 residents were in work while the unemployment rate was 0.7% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation lagged significantly at 51.4%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, 16.0% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment among residents was concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area showed strong specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level.

In contrast, professional & technical services employed just 5.6% of local workers, below Greater Brisbane's 8.9%. The ratio of 0.6 workers per resident indicated a level of local employment opportunities above the norm. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 4.4%, while labour force increased by 4.1%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.3 percentage points. This contrasted with Greater Brisbane, where employment rose by 3.2%, the labour force grew by 3.0%, and unemployment fell by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offered further insight into potential future demand within Redcliffe. These projections suggested that national employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates differing significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Redcliffe's employment mix indicated that local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Redcliffe SA2's median income among taxpayers was $54,707 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $72,191 during the same period. Comparing these figures with Greater Brisbane's median and average incomes of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively, shows that Redcliffe had slightly lower income levels. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated median and average incomes for March 2026 would be approximately $60,922 and $80,392 respectively. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Redcliffe fell between the 8th and 14th percentiles nationally. Income analysis revealed that the largest segment comprised 28.7% earning $400-$799 weekly (3,244 residents), differing from metropolitan patterns where $1,500-$2,999 dominated with 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures were severe in Redcliffe, with only 79.2% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 6th percentile nationally.

Redcliffe displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Redcliffe's residential structures, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 51.6% houses and 48.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In contrast, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Redcliffe was higher at 33.2%, with mortgaged properties at 22.7% and rented ones at 44.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,600, lower than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Redcliffe was $334, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Redcliffe's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,600 against the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Redcliffe features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 56.3% of all households, including 15.2% couples with children, 27.3% couples without children, and 12.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 43.7%, with lone person households at 40.3% and group households comprising 3.4%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 17.9%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 12.2% and certificates at 27.5%. A total of 22.4% of the population is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.4% in primary, 7.4% in secondary, and 2.8% in tertiary education.

A substantial 22.4% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 7.4% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 2.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Redcliffe has 53 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by seven different routes that collectively facilitate 1,648 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these stops is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 176 meters from the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuting is outward-bound. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 84%, while train accounts for 6% and walking for 5%. On average, there are 0.9 vehicles per dwelling in Redcliffe, which is below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 16.0% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 235 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 31 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Redcliffe faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 55% of Redcliffe's total population (~6,206 people) has private health cover. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (12.2%) and mental health issues (10.5%), while 55.3% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Working-age population health challenges include elevated chronic condition rates. Redcliffe has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (36.0%, or 4,073 people) than Greater Brisbane (15.1%). Senior health outcomes present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Redcliffe's cultural diversity aligns with the broader regional average. 74.0% of its population were born in Australia, 85.8% are citizens, and 92.9% speak English only at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Redcliffe, comprising 53.8%, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane.

The top three ancestry groups in Redcliffe are English (32.8%), Australian (23.6%), and Irish (9.7%). Notably, Maori representation is higher in Redcliffe at 1.4% versus the regional average of 1.1%, while New Zealand and Samoan representations are 1.0% and 0.6% respectively, differing slightly from the regional averages.

Redcliffe ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Redcliffe has a median age of 52 years, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's median age of 36 years and also older than the national norm of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Redcliffe has a notably higher percentage of people aged 65-74 (17.7% locally versus an average of 9.4% nationally). Meanwhile, the 25-34 age group is under-represented in Redcliffe at 6.9%, compared to the Greater Brisbane average. Between 2021 and the present, the percentage of people aged 75-84 has increased from 10.0% to 13.6%, while those aged 85+ have risen from 3.6% to 4.7%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has declined from 14.3% to 11.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Redcliffe's age profile. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow by 94%, from 1,538 people to 2,978. Notably, the combined age groups of 65+ will account for 74% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 35-44 age cohorts.