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 around 10,341 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 499 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,842 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,302 in June 2024 and an additional 23 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,681 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Springwood has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 0.9%, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Examining future population trends, a population increase just below the median of national areas is expected by November 2041, with an expected expansion of 1,228 persons reflecting an increase of 11.5% in total over the 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. As of FY26, 3 approvals have been recorded. On average, 3.7 new residents per year arrived 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 cost of $461,000, targeting the premium segment with upmarket properties. In FY26, commercial approvals amounted to $28.2 million, demonstrating moderate commercial development levels. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Springwood has about two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks in the 27th percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing homes. Recent construction comprises 28.0% standalone homes and 72.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a shift towards denser development to provide accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. With around 648 people per dwelling approval, Springwood reflects a highly mature market. Future projections estimate an addition of 1,189 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 very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 33 projects that may affect the area. Notable ones 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 likely to be 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 essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, lower than the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.0%.

Employment growth over the past year 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 64.5%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Springwood has a particular specialization in construction, with an employment share of 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 employment growth of 3.8% and a larger drop in unemployment rate of 0.5 percentage points. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01%, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Springwood's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for localized population projections.

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 2022 shows that Springwood SA2 had a median income of $57,461 and an average income of $67,916. This is higher than the national averages of $55,645 (median) and $70,520 (average) for Greater Brisbane. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, estimated median income in Springwood as of September 2025 would be approximately $65,500, with average income at around $77,417. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Springwood rank modestly, between the 46th and 48th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket captures 35.0% of individuals (3,619 people), similar to broader area trends at 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Springwood, 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 dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 71.8% houses and 28.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Brisbane metro had 77.9% houses and 22.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Springwood was at 30.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.8% and rented ones at 30.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,733, higher than Brisbane metro's $1,638. The median weekly rent figure for Springwood was $380, compared to Brisbane metro's $320. Nationally, Springwood's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Springwood has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 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 constitute 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 is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.8.

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% among residents aged 15+, 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 such qualifications, 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

The analysis of public transport in Springwood shows that there are currently 48 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 16 individual routes providing service to the community. Each week, these routes facilitate 2,378 passenger trips collectively.

The accessibility of transport in Springwood is rated as good, with residents typically residing approximately 233 meters away from the nearest transport stop. On average, there are 339 trips made per day across all routes, which equates to roughly 49 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Springwood is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Springwood faces significant health challenges, with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is fairly high at approximately 53% of the total population (~5,522 people), compared to 49.5% across Greater Brisbane.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 8.5 and 8.1% of residents respectively, while 68.0% declare themselves as completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 68.5% across Greater Brisbane. As of March 2021, 20.2% of residents are aged 65 and over (2,089 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

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's population has a higher proportion speaking languages other than English at home, with 17.5%, compared to most local markets. Overseas-born residents make up 31.9% of Springwood's population. Christianity is the predominant religion in Springwood, accounting for 53.4% of people.

The 'Other' religious category comprises 1.4% of Springwood's population, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 1.8%. In terms of ancestry, English and Australian are the top two groups at 26.6% and 22.3%, respectively. However, the 'Other' group is lower at 9.5%, compared to Greater Brisbane's average of 17.1%. Notable differences exist in the representation of certain ethnic groups: New Zealanders make up 1.7% of Springwood's population, higher than the regional average of 1.4%. Maori and Korean residents are also slightly overrepresented at 2.2% each, matching or exceeding their respective regional averages.

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 slightly exceeds the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the 75-84 age group is notably over-represented in Springwood at 7.6%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 12.3%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has grown from 6.0% to 7.6% of Springwood's population. Conversely, the 65-74 age group has declined from 11.6% to 10.2%, and the 25-34 age group has dropped from 13.4% to 12.3%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Springwood, with the 75-84 age group expected to grow by 52% (411 people), reaching 1,199 from 787. This growth is part of a broader trend of demographic aging, as residents aged 65 and older are anticipated to represent 57% of the population growth. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 35-44 age groups are expected to experience population declines.