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Rochedale South - Priestdale has an estimated 16,058 residents, up 4.3% since the 2021 Census, with 118 projects tracked in the area around Rochedale South - Priestdale.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Rochedale South - Priestdale Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 18 kilometres southeast of the Brisbane CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 16,058 as of Aug 2026, up 664 people (4.3%) from the 15,394 recorded at the 2021 Census. This change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 16,053 as of June 2025, together with 92 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area shows strong mortgage holder representation, a notable education employment base, an above-average household size, and elevated representation of residents aged 45 to 54 and pronounced representation of those aged 5 to 14.
Residents are somewhat younger than the typical Australian area, with a median age of 37, and population growth shows limited expansion patterns. The community is oriented toward family life, with schools, shopping centres, local markets, parks, sports fields and nature reserves contributing to its appeal for families and professionals alike.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 15,189 in 2001 and 16,053 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 16,058 (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, 15.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.1%.
Rochedale South - Priestdale ranks in the 74th percentile nationally for health and the 72nd for infrastructure drivers.
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 Rochedale South - Priestdale is $735 a week, up 8.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 17% above Greater Brisbane.
17% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $402 in 2017, $744 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $285 in 2017, $342 in 2022. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $735 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $744 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Springwood - Kingston | $575 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Springwood - Kingston, over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Logan - Beaudesert | $591 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Logan - Beaudesert, over 12 months | +7.8% | 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 14 tracked applications: 8 approved, 0 under assessment, 6 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 118 projects in and around Rochedale South - Priestdale, 20 of them under construction.
Feasibility study for new koala conservation trails as part of Queensland's Tracks and Trails program.
24-lot residential land estate in Cornubia, delivered in two stages.
Approved mixed-use development on a 2.9 hectare site at 566 Underwood Road, Rochedale, combining a Centre Activities shopping precinct of…
60 townhouse development by Philip Usher Constructions at Mount Petrie Road with 3-storey maximum height, 114 car parking spaces and…
Ongoing flood resilience program across the Logan River catchment incorporating flood mitigation works, updated flood modelling, drainage…
Citrine is a 90-home townhome community by Metro Property Development at 311 Gardner Road, Rochedale, 17km south of the Brisbane CBD.
Extension to existing shopping centre at Gardner Road & Miles Platting Road designed by POWE Architects.
New $82 million townhouse development by Kinstone Group featuring spacious interiors, premium health and lifestyle facilities including…
Development of 41 multi-unit townhouses comprising three and four-bedroom layouts up to three storeys (9.5 metres) in height.
Final stage of 319 Gardner Road townhouse development delivering additional contemporary homes to meet growing demand in Rochedale.
The Gardner Road project will extend Gardner Road to link Priestdale Road with Underwood Road in Rochedale, adding two through lanes in…
A luxury apartment development featuring 24 two, three, and four-bedroom apartments with premium finishes and community amenities in…
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Estimated completion year of the 58 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 6, 2026 16, 2027 14, 2028 9, 2029 4, 2030 3, 2031 3, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 14 substantial development applications lodged in and around Rochedale South - Priestdale over the past 5 years, 4 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 3, 2023 3, 2024 2, 2025 4, 2026 (to Oct) 2.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 46 | ABS building approvals | 56th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 8 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 include: Daisy Hill Koala Conservation Trails (Planning); Highland at Cornubia Residential Estate (Construction); Logan River Flood Mitigation Project (Construction); Rochedale Shopping Centre and Multiple Dwellings (Approved); and Mackenzie Townhouses Development (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Rochedale South - Priestdale compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 area has seen 76 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2's current population of 16,058 has been supported by 46 approvals on average over recent years.
The Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 has seen 2.9 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 425 people in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 46, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 has grown by approximately 154 people, while 230 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
Rochedale South - Priestdale has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,058 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,234 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 15,394 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 664 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 13.01 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 was estimated to be approximately 16,058 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 16,053 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The rochedale south - priestdale sa2 has added approximately 664 people and shown a 4.31% increase from the 15,394 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is estimated at 1,234 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (56.9%), Natural increase (43.1%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 56.9% of overall population gains.
Rochedale South - Priestdale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.6% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Rochedale South - Priestdale is comparable to the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 13.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.1% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Brisbane.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.3% of the population in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.7% of the population in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,004 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $73,885 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,931 | 2021 Census, weekly | 61st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $841 | 2021 Census, weekly | 57th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,153 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is approximately $64,270. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,004.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is approximately $79,138. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $73,885.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is approximately $64,270 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,004 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is approximately $79,138 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,885 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2's households (~37.1% / 1,990 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.1% 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 Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is $1,931/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is $2,153/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is $841/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2's median income among taxpayers is $60,004, with an average of $73,885. This is slightly above average nationally, and compares to Greater Brisbane's median of $61,668 and average of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $64,270 (median) and $79,138 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is $7,131 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The rochedale south - priestdale sa2's disposable income is $7,131 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Rochedale South - Priestdale well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,881 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 12,230 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,183 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 has approximately 8,881 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 stands at 3.3%, which is 1.2 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 Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.3% of employment), education & training (12.3%), and construction (10.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is 71.7%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Brisbane.
The rochedale south - priestdale sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 9.4% across Greater Brisbane. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The rochedale south - priestdale sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Rochedale South - Priestdale ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 27.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 24.9% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
27.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
35.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The rochedale south - priestdale sa2 ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 are: Certificate (24.9%), Bachelor Degree (19.0%), Advanced Diploma (11.9%).
30.0% of the population in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.7% in primary school, 8.7% in secondary school, 4.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is 1021, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 973 students.
The rochedale south - priestdale sa2 includes 2 primary schools.
Rochedale South - Priestdale 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 | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 39.1% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,365 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,596 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 78.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 had 5,365 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.3% to an estimated 5,596 households today.
The average household size in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 78.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.5%), group households (2.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,233 family households, couples with children account for 39.1% of all households, couples without children at home 26.6%, and single parent families 12.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 78.9% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 18.5% 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 Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 51.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.9% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 18.5% of all households in the Rochedale South - Priestdale 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 2.6% of households, below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Rochedale South - Priestdale was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 27.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 18.9% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 81.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 72.6% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
Rochedale South - Priestdale was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 27.4% of its population born overseas and 18.9% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Rochedale South - Priestdale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.2% of people in Rochedale South - Priestdale. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.9% of the population, compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Rochedale South - Priestdale are English, comprising 25.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 23.6% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: New Zealand is notably overrepresented at 1.4% of Rochedale South - Priestdale (vs 1.0% across Greater Brisbane), Korean at 1.4% (vs 0.5%) and Maori at 1.3% (vs 1.1%).
27.4% of the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
18.9% of the population in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.3% of the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
86.8% of the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Rochedale South - Priestdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.2% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 88.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,800 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 49th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $395 | 2021 Census, weekly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 26th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2, 30.2% of homes are owned outright, 47.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 22.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 88.5% of dwellings in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 are houses.
In the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2, 1.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 stands at 30.2%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is $1,800, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is $1,236, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 21.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 21.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 20.5% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 consists of 88.5% detached houses, 9.8% semi-detached dwellings, 1.7% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Rochedale South - Priestdale consumes approximately 14.8% of median household income ($8,361 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Rochedale South - Priestdale show attached dwellings contributing 5% of approvals compared to 12% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 95% of applications versus 88% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Rochedale South - Priestdale: private health cover 54.1%, no long-term health condition 69.7%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 54th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.9% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
Around 54.1% of people in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
8.2% of people in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.2% of the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Rochedale South - Priestdale SA2, 54.1% 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 551 m away and the nearest GP 655 m.
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 | 36 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 36th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 551 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 655 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 694 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 717 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 749 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 937 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Rochedale South - Priestdale compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Rochedale South - Priestdale ranks in the 72nd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
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Median rent in Rochedale South - Priestdale is $735 a week, +8.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Rochedale South - Priestdale has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Rochedale South - Priestdale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis places Rochedale South - Priestdale well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
The educational profile of Rochedale South - Priestdale ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Rochedale South - Priestdale 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.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Rochedale South - Priestdale was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Rochedale South - Priestdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Rochedale South - Priestdale: private health cover 54.1%, no long-term health condition 69.7%.
Transport in Rochedale South - Priestdale: transport access 10/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Rochedale South - Priestdale has an estimated 16,058 residents, up 4.3% since the 2021 Census, with 118 projects tracked in the area around Rochedale South - Priestdale.
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 Rochedale South - Priestdale.
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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 Rochedale South - Priestdale 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 Rochedale South - Priestdale 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 | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 17.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.