Tingalpa
Statistical Area - sa2

Tingalpa is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Tingalpa's population is around 9,394 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 513 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,881 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,311 in June 2024 and an additional 34 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,052 persons per square kilometer. Tingalpa's growth rate of 5.8% since the census positions it within 0.6 percentage points of the SA3 area's growth rate of 6.4%, demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Natural growth contributed approximately 55.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) are applied for each age cohort where utilised. Population projections indicate lower quartile growth of national areas is anticipated, with Tingalpa expected to grow by 38 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, resulting in a reduction of 0.5% over the 17 years.

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

Tingalpa has seen approximately 23 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25119 homes were approved, with a further 8 approved so far in FY-26. On average, over these five years, about 1.7 new residents arrived per new home. However, this ratio has increased to 6.4 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting growing popularity and potential undersupply.

The average value of new homes being built is $380,000, which is moderately above regional levels, indicating a focus on quality construction. This year alone, $9.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Tingalpa has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person, placing it among the 45th percentile nationally, suggesting more limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing dwellings. All new construction in Tingalpa consists of detached dwellings, preserving its suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.

Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests, indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. The location has approximately 388 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established area. With population projections showing stability or decline, Tingalpa is expected to see reduced housing demand pressures in the future, benefiting potential buyers.

Tingalpa has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 19 projects likely impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Rivermakers Precinct, Containerchain Tingalpa Facility Expansion, Multispace Business Park - Tingalpa, and Tingalpa Central Industrial Estate. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Tingalpa performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Tingalpa has a skilled workforce with strong representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 2.3% as of June 2021, with an estimated employment growth of 5.2% over the past year.

As of June 2025, 5,738 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.8%, below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Tingalpa is 70.0%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Leading employment industries among residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.

Health care & social assistance has a limited presence with 14.1% employment compared to the regional rate of 16.1%. While local employment opportunities exist, many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 5.2%, labour force increased by 4.4%, and unemployment fell by 0.8 percentage points in Tingalpa. In comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 4.4%, labour force expand by 4.0%, and unemployment fall by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Tingalpa's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Tingalpa's median taxpayer income was $60,332, with an average of $69,426, according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is higher than the national average, which contrasts with Greater Brisbane's median income of $55,645 and average income of $70,520. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $68,772 (median) and $79,139 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows that household, family and personal incomes in Tingalpa cluster around the 68th percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate that the largest segment comprises 36.3% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (3,410 residents), which mirrors the surrounding region where 33.3% occupy this bracket. High housing costs consume 15.4% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 66th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Tingalpa's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 80.6% houses and 19.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro had 78.0% houses and 22.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Tingalpa was 29.4%, similar to Brisbane metro's figure. Dwellings were either mortgaged (44.8%) or rented (25.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Tingalpa was $1,900, below the Brisbane metro average of $2,100. The median weekly rent was $420, matching Brisbane metro's figure. Nationally, Tingalpa's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Tingalpa features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 73.8% of all households, including 33.9% couples with children, 26.7% couples without children, and 11.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 26.2%, with lone person households at 22.3% and group households comprising 3.9%. The median household size is 2.6 people, aligning with the Greater Brisbane average.

The educational profile of Tingalpa exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

University qualification levels in Tingalpa stand at 26.6%, slightly below Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 19.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 37.2% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas comprise 11.5% and certificates make up 25.7%.

Educational participation is high at 26.3%, including 9.2% in primary education, 6.8% in secondary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education. Tingalpa State School serves the local area with an enrollment of 479 students and above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1078). The school focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available nearby. Local school capacity is limited at 5.1 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 13.6, leading many families to travel for schooling.

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

Public transport analysis reveals that as of 24th March 2023, there are 44 active transport stops operating within Tingalpa. These stops serve a mix of buses, with 8 individual routes providing service collectively resulting in 455 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located at an average distance of 241 meters from the nearest transport stop.

Service frequency averages 65 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 10 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Tingalpa are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Tingalpa's health indicators show below-average results, with common health conditions among its general population being somewhat typical but higher than the national average for older cohorts. Private health cover is very high in Tingalpa, at approximately 54% of the total population (~5,110 people), compared to 58.6% across Greater Brisbane.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 9.1 and 8.3% of residents respectively. 68.4% of Tingalpa's residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.4% across Greater Brisbane. As of 2021, 16.5% of Tingalpa's residents are aged 65 and over (1,549 people). Health outcomes among seniors in the area present challenges that require more attention than those for the broader population.

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

Tingalpa's population showed higher linguistic diversity, with 14.8% speaking a language other than English at home, compared to its overseas-born population of 25.3%. Christianity was the predominant religion in Tingalpa, accounting for 52.9%, similar to Greater Brisbane's 52.5%. In terms of ancestry, English (27.0%), Australian (24.2%), and Irish (9.4%) were the top groups.

Notably, New Zealanders were overrepresented at 1.4% in Tingalpa compared to the regional average of 1.3%, with Maori at 1.6% versus 1.4%, and Samoan at 0.4% against 0.3%.

Tingalpa's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Tingalpa's median age is 38, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 but equal to Australia's median age of 38. The 35-44 age group constitutes 16.4% of Tingalpa's population compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 15-24 cohort makes up 11.3%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 4.9% to 6.5% of the population. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 15.3% to 13.9%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Tingalpa's age structure. The 85+ group is expected to grow by 163%, reaching 395 people from the current figure of 150. Those aged 65 and above will comprise 82% of this projected growth. Meanwhile, the 55-64 and 15-24 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines.