Spring Hill

Spring Hill lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Spring Hill's population is approximately 8,947 as of Feb 2026. This represents a 30.4% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 6,860 people. The growth was inferred from ABS estimated resident population data of 8,940 in June 2024 and additional validated addresses since the Census date. Spring Hill's population density is around 7,215 persons per square kilometer, placing it within the top 10% of locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate exceeded both national (9.9%) and state averages. Overseas migration contributed approximately 96.0% of overall population gains.

For projections, AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for SA2 areas covered. For other areas and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, with proportional growth weightings applied in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data. Future population dynamics forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas, with Spring Hill expected to gain an additional 3,653 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 40.8% over 17 years.

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

Spring Hill has seen approximately 31 dwellings approved for development annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 156 homes received approval, with an additional 3 approved in FY26 so far. On average, about 12.3 people have moved to the area each year per dwelling built over these five years.

This significant demand outstrips new supply, leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of new properties is $666,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In the current financial year, there have been $244.7 million in commercial approvals, suggesting robust local business investment. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Spring Hill has notably less development activity, being 72.0% below the regional average per person.

This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings, although construction activity has recently intensified. New development primarily consists of attached dwellings (97.0%), with standalone homes making up only 3.0%. This trend towards denser development caters to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers seeking accessible options. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Spring Hill is projected to add 3,646 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

Spring Hill has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 73 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include 25 Mary Street Tower, One Hundred on Leichhardt, The Oxley - 110 Leichhardt Street, and Spring Hill Community Centre. The following list details those most relevant.

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Spring Hill has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Spring Hill has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 5.5% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.8%.

There were 6,437 residents employed by September 2025, with an unemployment rate of 1.5% above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Spring Hill was higher than Greater Brisbane's rate at 80.9%. According to Census responses, 22.6% of residents worked from home, potentially impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns. The key industries for employment among residents were professional & technical, accommodation & food, and health care & social assistance.

Spring Hill showed strong specialization in professional & technical services with an employment share twice the regional level. Conversely, construction had lower representation at 3.6% compared to the regional average of 9.0%. There were 1.8 workers for every resident as per Census data, indicating that Spring Hill functions as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 2.8%, labour force grew by 2.0%, resulting in a 0.7 percentage point decrease in unemployment. In comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.8% over the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that employment should increase locally by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years based on industry-specific projections applied to Spring Hill's employment mix.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Spring Hill SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $46,558 and an average income of $75,156. Nationally, these figures are high compared to Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $51,172 (median) and $82,604 (average). Census data indicates that incomes in Spring Hill cluster around the 64th percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that 37.8% of locals (3,381 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, similar to the broader area where this cohort represents 33.3%. High housing costs consume 18.9% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 54th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Spring Hill features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Spring Hill's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 13.7% houses and 86.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Spring Hill stood at 11.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 17.6% and rented ones at 70.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, lower than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Spring Hill was recorded at $400, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Spring Hill's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Spring Hill features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 47.0% of all households, including 12.8% couples with children, 27.8% couples without children, and 4.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 53.0%, with lone person households at 36.6% and group households comprising 16.4%. The median household size is 2.0 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational achievement in Spring Hill places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational attainment in Spring Hill is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Specifically, 54.7% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in Queensland (QLD) and 30.4% across Australia. This educational advantage positions the area favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 36.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 15.2% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%.

Vocational pathways account for 23.4% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas making up 10.3% and certificates comprising 13.1%. Educational participation is significantly high in Spring Hill, with 37.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.2% in tertiary education, 4.4% in primary education, and 3.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

Analysis shows 40 active public transport stops in Spring Hill, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by 26 individual routes, facilitating 2,490 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 84 meters from the nearest stop. As predominantly residential, most commute outward; car use dominates at 38%, followed by walking at 33% and bus at 12%. Average vehicle ownership is 0.5 per dwelling, below regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 22.6% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 355 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 62 weekly trips per stop.

Spring Hill's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

AreaSearch's assessment of Spring Hill's health metrics shows strong performance across various indicators.

The prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups was very low. Approximately 57% (~5,064 people) of the total population had private health cover, which is high compared to other areas. Mental health issues and asthma were found to be the most common medical conditions in Spring Hill, affecting 9.2 and 5.9% of residents respectively. A significant majority (79.0%) declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, higher than Greater Brisbane's 69.2%. Working-age residents had low chronic condition prevalence. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 6.7% (601 people) compared to Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. Health outcomes among seniors in Spring Hill are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Spring Hill is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Spring Hill's cultural diversity is notable, with 43.1% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 53.3% born overseas. Christianity is the dominant religion in Spring Hill, comprising 36.1% of the population. However, Hinduism stands out as significantly overrepresented compared to the Greater Brisbane average, making up 9.9% of Spring Hill's population.

Regarding ancestry, English comprises 19.6%, Other 19.1%, and Australian 13.9% of the population in Spring Hill, all notably diverging from regional averages. Additionally, French (1.2%), Spanish (1.2%), and Korean (1.3%) ethnic groups are overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane's averages.

Spring Hill hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Spring Hill has a median age of 30, which is younger than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Spring Hill has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 (35.5%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (3.6%). This 25-34 concentration is well above the national figure of 14.4%. Between 2021 and now, the population aged 15 to 24 has grown from 16.2% to 18.6%, while the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 7.4% to 6.0% and the 5 to 14 age group has dropped from 4.9% to 3.6%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Spring Hill's age structure, with the 25 to 34 age cohort projected to increase solidly by 940 people (30%), from 3,171 to 4,112.