Strathpine - Brendale
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Strathpine-Brendale's population was approximately 15,191 as of Aug 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,444 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,747. The growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 15,146 in June 2024 and an additional 116 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 850 persons per square kilometer, roughly inline with averages across locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 10.5% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA3 average (8.5%) and national average, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 41.5% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, 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 using 2022 data as the base year. Future population trends predict exceptional growth for Strathpine-Brendale, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas analyzed by AreaSearch. By 2041, the area is expected to grow by 7,134 persons based on the latest population numbers, recording a total gain of 46.7% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Strathpine - Brendale when compared nationally

Strathpine-Brendale averages approximately 66 new dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, totalling 331 approvals between FY2021 and FY2025 with no approvals recorded so far in FY2026. On average, for every home built over the past five financial years, 4.7 new residents have been added, indicating substantial supply lagging demand, which typically results in increased buyer competition and pricing pressures. New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $450,000.

This year has seen $155.5 million in commercial approvals, reflecting high local commercial activity levels. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Strathpine-Brendale has 10.0% fewer new developments per capita and ranks among the 28th percentile nationally, leading to relatively constrained buyer choice and interest in existing dwellings. New development consists of 42.0% detached houses and 58.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift from the area's current housing composition (65.0% houses) suggests decreasing developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles requiring more diverse, affordable housing options. The estimated population density of 600 people per dwelling approval indicates a quiet, low-activity development environment.

By 2041, Strathpine-Brendale is projected to grow by 7,089 residents. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially exacerbating buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Strathpine - Brendale has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 36 projects that may affect the region. Notable ones include The Country Club Hotel Strathpine, Innova Strathpine, Supernode (Quinbrook Supernode Data Centre & BESS), and Coulthards Avenue Commercial Redevelopment (SRG House). Below is a list of those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Strathpine - Brendale recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Strathpine - Brendale has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 10.8% as of June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 5.5% over the past year.

There were 7,698 residents in work while the unemployment rate was 6.7%, higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation was at 61.9%, below Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade has a high employment share of 1.2 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 6.0% compared to the regional average of 8.9%. The area functions as an employment hub with 1.3 workers for every resident. In the 12 months prior, employment increased by 5.5%, labour force grew by 7.5%, leading to a rise in unemployment by 1.7 percentage points. State-level data from Sep-25 shows QLD employment contracted by 0.23% with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National forecasts suggest total employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but local growth rates may differ based on industry-specific projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Strathpine - Brendale had a median income of $47,818 and an average income of $54,965. These figures are below the national average. In Greater Brisbane, the median income was $55,645 and the average was $70,520. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.71% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of March 2025 would be approximately $53,417 (median) and $61,401 (average). Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Strathpine - Brendale rank modestly, between the 33rd and 36th percentiles. Income distribution shows that 35.9% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring regional levels where 33.3% fall into this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 30th percentile.

Strathpine - Brendale displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Strathpine - Brendale, as evaluated at the Census conducted in 2016, comprised 65.4% houses and 34.6% other dwellings. In Brisbane metro, this was 78.9% houses and 21.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Strathpine - Brendale stood at 26.2%, similar to Brisbane metro's level. Mortgaged dwellings were at 36.5% and rented ones at 37.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,547, below the Brisbane metro average of $1,625. Median weekly rent was $360, the same as in Brisbane metro. Nationally, Strathpine - Brendale's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Strathpine - Brendale features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 69.0% of all households, including 28.0% couples with children, 24.1% couples without children, and 15.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.0%, with lone person households at 27.0% and group households comprising 4.0%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Strathpine - Brendale fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 17.7%, significantly lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 12.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 40.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (11.0%) and certificates (29.9%).

Educational participation is high, with 28.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (10.0%), secondary education (7.5%), and tertiary education (4.3%). Strathpine - Brendale's four schools have a combined enrollment of 1,790 students. The area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions with balanced educational opportunities, having an ICSEA score of 970. Educational provision is conventional, split between two primary and two secondary institutions. School places per 100 residents (11.8) are below the regional average (20.8), indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas. Note: for schools showing 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Strathpine - Brendale has 71 active public transport stops. These are a mix of train and bus services. There are 37 individual routes operating, providing a total of 2,962 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located within 200 meters of the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 423 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 41 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Strathpine - Brendale is lower than average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Strathpine-Brendale faces significant health challenges. Common health conditions are notable across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 47% of the total population (~7,170 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%. Mental health issues impact 11.0% of residents, while asthma affects 8.8%. A total of 64.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, slightly higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 63.8%. The area has 16.2% of residents aged 65 and over (2,463 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Strathpine - Brendale was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Strathpine-Brendale, surveyed in June 2016, had a higher linguistic diversity than most local areas, with 16.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Overseas-born residents comprised 26.7%. Christianity was the dominant religion (49.9%).

The 'Other' religious category was slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane (1.2% vs 0.9%). In terms of ancestry, English was first at 27.0%, followed by Australian at 25.3%, and Other at 10.4%. Samoan ethnicity was notably higher than the regional average (1.3% vs 0.9%), as were Maori (1.5% vs 1.4%) and New Zealand-born residents (1.1%).

Strathpine - Brendale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Strathpine-Brendale's median age of 36 years equals Greater Brisbane's and is slightly younger than the national average of 38 years. The 75-84 age group constitutes 6.2% of its population, higher than Greater Brisbane's representation. Conversely, the 15-24 cohort makes up 12.1%, lower than Greater Brisbane's percentage. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 5.0% to 6.2%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 age group has decreased from 10.8% to 9.8%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Strathpine-Brendale. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to rise considerably, with an increase of 1,177 people (66%), from 1,777 to 2,955.