Riverview

Riverview has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Riverview's population was 3,067 as per the 2021 Census. By Nov 2025, it increased to around 3,172, a rise of 105 people (3.4%). This growth is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 3,172 in June 2024 and seven validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density was 407 persons per square kilometer as of Nov 2025. Interstate migration contributed approximately 55.4% to recent population gains.

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 from 2023 (based on 2021 data) are adopted, applying proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. By 2041, Riverview is expected to increase by 195 persons, reflecting a 6.2% total increase over the 17 years, based on latest annual ERP population numbers.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Riverview when compared nationally

Riverview has approved approximately 25 dwellings per year on average. Between the financial years FY-21 and FY-25, a total of 127 homes received approval, with none approved so far in FY-26. On average, 0.7 people have moved to the area annually for each dwelling built over the past five financial years.

This indicates that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and potentially driving population growth beyond current projections. The average expected construction cost of new properties is $292,000. In FY-26, Riverview has recorded $5.2 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting its residential character. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Riverview has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person, but it ranks among the 94th percentile nationally based on assessed areas. Recent construction activity shows a shift towards denser development: 8.0% detached houses and 92.0% townhouses or apartments.

This trend caters to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers, marking a significant change from the current housing pattern of 96.0% houses. The area's quiet development environment is reflected in its estimated population count of 805 people per dwelling approval. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Riverview to add 195 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Riverview has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that may impact this region. Notable initiatives include Citiswich Business Park Expansion, Woodlinks Village, Riverview Townhomes and Apartments, and ForestBrook. The following list details those expected to have the most relevance.

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Employment drivers in Riverview are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Riverview has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominently represented. The unemployment rate was 16.8% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 7.9% over the past year.

As of that date, 1,040 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 12.8% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Riverview lagged significantly at 42.5%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. The key industries of employment among residents were manufacturing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Manufacturing showed particularly strong specialization with an employment share of 2.4 times the regional level, while professional & technical services had lower representation at 3.5% versus the regional average of 8.9%.

There was a ratio of 0.8 workers for each resident as per the Census, indicating substantial local employment opportunities. In the 12-month period prior to September 2025, employment increased by 7.9% alongside labour force increasing by 3.0%, resulting in a decrease in unemployment by 3.8 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.8%, labour force growth of 3.3%, with unemployment falling by 0.5 percentage points. State-level data up to 25-Nov showed Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, broadly in line with the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Riverview's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.7% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

The median income among taxpayers in Riverview SA2 was $45,427 during financial year 2022, with an average of $48,673. This is below the national average. In Greater Brisbane, the median income was $55,645 and the average was $70,520. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income in Riverview will be approximately $51,782 and the average will be around $55,482, taking into account a Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022. Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Riverview fall between the 3rd and 7th percentiles nationally. Income analysis shows that 32.5% of locals (1,030 people) have incomes ranging from $800 to $1,499, unlike broader trends where 33.3% earn between $1,500 and $2,999. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Riverview, with only 81.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 7th percentile nationally.

Riverview is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Riverview's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.2% houses and 3.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 88.4% houses and 11.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Riverview was at 23.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 26.2% and rented ones at 50.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,092, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in Riverview was $270, compared to Brisbane metro's $300. Nationally, Riverview's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Riverview features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 68.1% of all households, including 22.7% couples with children, 22.7% couples without children, and 20.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 31.9%, with lone person households at 26.9% and group households at 5.2%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Riverview faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 11.2%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 40.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (30.6%). Educational participation is high, with 33.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 13.8% in primary, 10.1% in secondary, and 2.6% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.8% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Riverview has 27 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 49 individual routes that collectively facilitate 1,575 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from residents to the nearest transport stop is 185 meters, indicating excellent transport accessibility.

On average, there are 225 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 58 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Riverview is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Riverview faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 46% of the total population (around 1,455 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 49.9%. Nationally, the average private health cover is 55.3%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions in Riverview, affecting 13.2% and 11.4% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 53.4% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 62.2%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 18.8% (around 597 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 15.3%. Health outcomes among seniors generally align with the overall population's health profile.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Riverview was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Riverview's cultural diversity was found to be above average, with 23.2% of its population born overseas and 16.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the main religion in Riverview, comprising 45.0% of its population. Notably, the category 'Other' comprised 1.3% of Riverview's population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Brisbane.

The top three represented ancestry groups were Australian (26.0%), English (26.0%), and Australian Aboriginal (7.8%). There were notable divergences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Samoan was overrepresented at 5.2%, Maori at 1.9%, and Dutch at 1.8% compared to regional averages.

Riverview's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Riverview's median age is nearly 37 years, closely matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Riverview has a higher percentage of residents aged 75-84 (7.1%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (13.6%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the 35-44 age group has increased from 10.9% to 13.0%, while the 15-24 cohort has grown from 11.8% to 13.2%. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has declined from 15.6% to 12.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Riverview's age profile will change significantly. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 53%, adding 117 residents to reach 342. Residents aged 65 and above are expected to drive 79% of population growth. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 0-4 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.