Springwood

Springwood has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Springwood's population is 10,308 as of November 2025. This figure reflects a growth of 466 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,842. The increase is inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 10,302 in June 2024 and an additional 23 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,676 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Springwood has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 0.9%, outperforming its SA3 area. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 using 2022 data. Future population trends indicate an increase just below the median of national areas by 1,228 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 11.8% over 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Springwood according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Springwood has received approximately 19 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 96 homes. In FY26, three approvals have been recorded so far. On average, 3.7 new residents arrived per year for each dwelling constructed between FY21 and FY25. This indicates substantial supply lagging behind demand, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures.

New homes are being built at an average construction cost of $461,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In this financial year, $28.2 million in commercial approvals have been registered, showing moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Springwood has about two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 27th percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing homes. Recent construction comprises 28% standalone homes and 72% townhouses or apartments, indicating a trend towards denser development to provide accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This shift reflects decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles requiring more diverse housing options. With around 648 people per dwelling approval, Springwood reflects a highly mature market.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Springwood is projected to add 1,222 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Infrastructure changes significantly influence local performance. AreaSearch identified 33 projects impacting the area. Key projects include Springwood Library and Community Hub, Logan River Flood Mitigation Project, Starbucks Drive-Through Cafe Springwood, and Springwood Park Masterplan Implementation - Stage 2. The following list details those most relevant.

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Springwood ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Springwood has a skilled workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.2%, lower than Greater Brisbane's 4.0%. Over the past year, employment growth was estimated at 1.9%.

As of September 2025, 5,651 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.8% and workforce participation similar to Greater Brisbane's 70.8%. According to Census responses, 17.2% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Springwood has a particular specialization in construction, with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level.

However, professional & technical services employ only 7.0% of local workers, below Greater Brisbane's 8.9%. The ratio of 0.6 workers per resident indicates ample local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.9%, labour force grew by 1.8%, and the unemployment rate fell by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced higher growth rates for employment and labour force, with a larger drop in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Springwood's employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Springwood SA2 has a median income of $60,537 and an average income of $71,278. In comparison, Greater Brisbane has a median income of $58,236 and an average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, the estimated median income for Springwood as of September 2025 is approximately $66,536, with the average being around $78,342. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Springwood rank modestly, between the 46th and 48th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The income bracket of $1,500 - $2,999 captures 35.0% of the community (3,607 individuals), which is consistent with broader trends across the area showing 33.3% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.1% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 49th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Springwood is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Springwood's dwellings, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 71.8% houses and 28.3% other types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Springwood stood at 30.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.8% and rented ones at 30.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, lower than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Springwood was $380, matching Brisbane metro's figure but exceeding the national average of $375. Nationally, Springwood's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863.

Springwood has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 72.7% of all households, including 31.4% couples with children, 27.3% couples without children, and 13.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 27.3%, with lone person households at 24.7% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which matches the Greater Brisbane average.

Educational attainment in Springwood aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates at 25.4%, surpassing the SA4 region average of 16.2%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 17.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 36.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (24.9%).

Educational participation is high at 27.2%, comprising primary education (9.1%), secondary education (7.8%), and tertiary education (5.0%).

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

Springwood has 48 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 17 different routes that together facilitate 2,597 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility in Springwood is rated as good, with residents typically located 233 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward. The car remains the primary mode of transport, used by 89% of residents, while only 6% use the bus. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling in Springwood.

According to the 2021 Census, 17.2% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 371 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 54 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Springwood faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment conducted on 17th May 2021.

Mental health issues and arthritis were found to be the most prevalent conditions, affecting 8.5% and 8.1% of residents respectively as of this date. Approximately 68.0% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments as of this assessment, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane at the same time. The area has a high rate of private health cover, with approximately 54% of the total population (~5,576 people) having it as of May 2021. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. However, Springwood has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over, at 20.2% (2,083 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 15.0%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings even higher than the general population as of May 2021.

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

Springwood, discovered to have higher cultural diversity than most local markets, had 17.5% of its population speaking languages other than English at home and 31.9% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Springwood, with 53.4%. The category 'Other' showed slight overrepresentation at 1.4%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 1.3%.

In ancestry, the top groups were English (26.6%), Australian (22.3%), and Other (9.5%). Notable differences existed for New Zealanders (1.7% vs regional 1.0%), Maori (2.2% vs 1.1%), and Koreans (1.3% vs 0.5%).

Springwood's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Springwood is 40 years, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and modestly exceeds the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Springwood has a notably over-represented 75-84 cohort (7.6% locally) and an under-represented 25-34 age group (12.3%). According to post-2021 Census data, the 75 to 84 age group grew from 6.0% to 7.6%, while the 65 to 74 cohort declined from 11.6% to 10.2% and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 13.4% to 12.3%. Population forecasts for Springwood in 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes, with the 75 to 84 age group expected to grow by 53% (413 people), reaching 1,199 from 785. Residents aged 65 and older are anticipated to represent 57% of this growth, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.