Area profile · Greater Brisbane
Samford Valley has an estimated 13,314 residents, up 7.5% since the 2021 Census, with 94 projects tracked in the area around Samford Valley.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 20 kilometres northwest from Brisbane CBD, the Samford Valley Statistical Area (Lv2) in QLD, Australia is celebrated for its rolling hillscapes, panoramic natural beauty, and tranquil creeks. These picturesque surroundings provide an idyllic backdrop for outdoor pursuits such as parkland exploration, biking, and horseback riding, complemented by a close-knit community with thriving local markets, cafes, and artisanal shops. Demographically, the region is characterised by family households and couples without children, featuring a notable 45 to 54yo representation and a high concentration of mature and middle-aged residents.
As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population of Samford Valley to be approximately 13,314 residents. This represents a moderate expansion pattern of 929 people (7.5%) since the 2021 Census reported a total of 12,385 people. The current figure is derived from an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 13,239 published by the ABS as of June 2025, combined with 255 Validated New Addresses recorded since the Census date.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,561 in 2001 and 13,239 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,314 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 16.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 32.4%.
Samford Valley ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for health and the 90th for education.
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 Samford Valley is $1,110 a week, for the 12 months to Jun 2026 and 77% above Greater Brisbane.
77% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $548 in 2017, $1,110 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,110 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,110 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, The Hills District | $709 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, The Hills District, over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Moreton Bay - South | $648 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Moreton Bay - South, over 12 months | +6.5% | 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 9 tracked applications: 5 approved, 3 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 94 projects in and around Samford Valley, 27 of them under construction.
Ferny Grove Central is a transport oriented mixed use precinct adjoining Ferny Grove railway station.
Joint Australian and Queensland Government upgrade of the Ferny Grove station park and ride precinct.
A precinct planning project by the City of Moreton Bay to guide future growth and development in Ferny Hills, focusing on increasing…
Approved rural residential subdivision comprising 16.68 hectares with development approval for 9 large rural residential lots.
Construction of a 2.5km off road shared path connecting Ferny Hills and Arana Hills and linking into the broader North Brisbane cycle…
Masterplanned community at 324 Canvey Road, Upper Kedron by Cedar Woods Properties. 12km from Brisbane CBD on 62-hectare site with 900 lots.
A proposed neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by a full-line Woolworths supermarket, with specialty retail, medical centre, gym, and…
Road improvements including resurfacing of Winn Road, Cashmere, and rehabilitation of Kremzow Road, Brendale (delivered over two years).
A $22 million modernisation and expansion of the established Great Western Super Centre including store expansions for ALDI, BCF, and…
Eatons Crossing Village is a masterplanned residential community by Elm Properties at Eatons Hill.
Masterplanned residential community delivering 120 premium townhomes in a hillside setting with resort-style amenities including pool, gym…
The overarching planning scheme for the Moreton Bay Region, setting the policy direction for future development.
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Estimated completion year of the 39 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 16, 2027 7, 2028 7, 2029 1, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 20 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 9 substantial development applications lodged in and around Samford Valley over the period covered (about 4.4 years), 1 in the last 12 months; 3 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 2, 2023 2, 2024 3, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 0.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 9 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 59 | ABS building approvals | 64th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Samford Valley SA2 include: Ferny Grove Central (Construction); Ferny Grove Station Car Park Upgrade (Construction); Palmer Road Rural Residential Subdivision (Approved); Ferny Grove to Samford Road Cycleway (Stage 2) (Construction); and Great Western Super Centre Expansion & Renovation (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Samford Valley SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Samford Valley when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Samford Valley SA2 area has seen 89 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Samford Valley SA2's current population of 13,314 has been supported by 59 approvals on average over recent years.
The Samford Valley SA2 has seen 4.6 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 296 people in the Samford Valley SA2, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Samford Valley SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 59, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Samford Valley SA2 has grown by approximately 694 people, while 294 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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.
Samford Valley has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,314 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 80 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 27th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,385 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 929 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 166.10 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Samford Valley SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,314 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,239 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The samford valley sa2 has added approximately 929 people and shown a 7.50% increase from the 12,385 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Samford Valley SA2 is estimated at 80 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Samford Valley SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Samford Valley SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (58.8%), Interstate migration (33.0%), Natural increase (8.2%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 58.8% of overall population gains.
Samford Valley hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.7% | 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 | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Samford Valley SA2 at 45 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, Samford Valley is 9 years older than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Samford Valley SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 15.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Samford Valley SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Samford Valley SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 55-64 year-olds (15.8% vs 10.4%) and 75-84 year-olds (7.6% vs 5.3%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (5.1% vs 15.8%) and 0-4 year-olds (3.0% vs 5.6%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.3% of the population in the Samford Valley SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.4% of the population in the Samford Valley SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 89% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $67,289 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $102,272 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,806 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $978 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 47.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,976 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Samford Valley SA2 is approximately $72,073. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $67,289.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Samford Valley SA2 is approximately $109,544. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $102,272.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Samford Valley SA2 is approximately $72,073 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,289 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Samford Valley SA2 is approximately $109,544 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $102,272 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Samford Valley SA2's households (~32.4% / 1,294 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Samford Valley SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 32.4% 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 Samford Valley SA2 is $2,806/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Samford Valley SA2 is $2,976/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Samford Valley SA2 is $978/wk.
The Samford Valley SA2's income level is exceptionally high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Samford Valley SA2's median income among taxpayers is $67,289 and the average income stands at $102,272, which compares to figures for Greater Brisbane's of $61,668 and $77,113 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $72,073 (median) and $109,544 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Samford Valley SA2 is $10,756 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The samford valley sa2's disposable income is $10,756 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Samford Valley significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 70.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,549 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,837 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,705 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Samford Valley SA2 has approximately 7,549 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.0%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. 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 Samford Valley SA2 stands at 2.0%, which is 2.5 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 Samford Valley SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.8% of employment), professional & technical (12.0%), and construction (11.4%). Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Samford Valley SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Samford Valley SA2 is 70.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Brisbane.
The samford valley sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 12.0% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% 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 samford valley 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.
Educational achievement in Samford Valley places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 39.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
39.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Samford Valley SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
29.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Samford Valley SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The samford valley sa2 ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Samford Valley SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (25.4%), Certificate (19.2%), Advanced Diploma (12.8%).
30.8% of the population in the Samford Valley SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.2% in primary school, 9.8% in secondary school, 5.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Samford Valley SA2 is 1092, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the Samford Valley SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,135 students.
The samford valley sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Samford Valley 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 | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.7% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 34.3% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,993 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,293 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 87.5% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Samford Valley SA2 had 3,993 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.5% to an estimated 4,293 households today.
The average household size in the Samford Valley SA2 is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 87.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (11.2%), group households (1.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,494 family households, couples with children account for 45.7% of all households, couples without children at home 34.3%, and single parent families 7.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the Samford Valley SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 87.5% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 11.2% 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 Samford Valley SA2 have an average of 1.7 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 62.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 26.2% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 11.2% of all households in the Samford Valley 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 1.3% of households, below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Samford Valley ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 20.6% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 79.4% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
Samford Valley was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 79.4% of its population born in Australia, 92.4% being citizens, and 95.1% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Samford Valley was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.5% of people in Samford Valley. This compares to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Samford Valley are English, comprising 33.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 26.8%, Australian, comprising 25.3% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 10.1% of Samford Valley (vs 7.4% across Greater Brisbane), South African at 1.0% (vs 0.6%) and Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
20.6% of the Samford Valley SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
4.9% of the population in the Samford Valley SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
0.8% of the Samford Valley SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
92.4% of the Samford Valley SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Samford Valley 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 | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 42.7% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.5% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,492 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 50.2% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $495 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Samford Valley SA2, 42.7% of homes are owned outright, 50.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 7.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.5% of dwellings in the Samford Valley SA2 are houses.
In the Samford Valley SA2, 1.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Samford Valley SA2 stands at 42.7%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Samford Valley SA2 is $2,492, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Samford Valley SA2 is $1,403, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Samford Valley SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Samford Valley SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Samford Valley SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 17.6% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the Samford Valley SA2 consists of 97.5% detached houses, 1.1% semi-detached dwellings, 1.2% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Samford Valley consumes approximately 11.5% of median household income ($12,150 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Samford Valley show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Samford Valley'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 | 69.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 91st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.2% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Around 69.5% of people in the Samford Valley SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the Samford Valley SA2, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
7.0% of people in the Samford Valley SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.5% of the Samford Valley SA2 population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the Samford Valley SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Samford Valley SA2, 69.5% 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 2.9 km away and the nearest school 3.0 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 | 6 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 6th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 8.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 13.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 16.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Samford Valley when compared nationally.
Samford Valley has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Samford Valley is $1,110 a week for the 12 months to Jun 2026.
Samford Valley has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Samford Valley hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 89% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Samford Valley significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
Educational achievement in Samford Valley places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Samford Valley 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.
Samford Valley ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Samford Valley is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Samford Valley'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 Samford Valley: transport access 10/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Samford Valley has an estimated 13,314 residents, up 7.5% since the 2021 Census, with 94 projects tracked in the area around Samford Valley.
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 Samford Valley.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (314011387). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (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, infrastructure projects, 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 Samford Valley 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 Samford Valley 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 | 2.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 33.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.