Tingalpa

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, as of May 2026, is approximately 9,510. This figure represents an increase of 629 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 8,881. The growth was inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 9,404 in June 2025 and an additional 75 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,064 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Tingalpa's growth rate of 7.1% since the census is within 1.2 percentage points of the SA4 region's 8.3%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 57.5% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth in the area.

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 used. These state projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, do not provide age category splits. Therefore, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Looking ahead, lower quartile growth is anticipated nationally, with Tingalpa expected to grow by 38 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a reduction of 0.7% in total over the 16 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, and as of FY-26, 27 have been approved so far. On average, over these five years, around 1.7 new residents arrived per year for each new home built, suggesting balanced supply and demand conditions. However, data from the past two financial years shows an increase to 6.4 people per dwelling, indicating growing popularity and potential undersupply.

The average construction value of new homes is $380,000, which is moderately above regional levels, reflecting a focus on quality construction. This year alone, $9.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting balanced commercial development activity in the area. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Tingalpa has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person. Nationally, it places among the 44th percentile of areas assessed, indicating more limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing dwellings.

This lower rate reflects market maturity and possible development constraints. All new construction in the area consists of detached dwellings, preserving Tingalpa's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests, with 81.0% at Census, indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. Tingalpa has approximately 388 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its established status. With population projections showing stability or decline, housing demand pressures in Tingalpa are expected to remain reduced, benefiting potential buyers.

Tingalpa has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 27thth percentile nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. AreaSearch identified 19 projects likely affecting the area. Key projects include Rivermakers Precinct, Containerchain Tingalpa Facility Expansion, Tingalpa Industrial Estate, and Multispace Business Park - Tingalpa. 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 essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 2.1% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.7%.

As of this date, 5,890 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 2.0%, lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Tingalpa was 78.2% compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, 19.0% of residents worked from home as of December 2025.

Leading employment industries among residents were health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Health care & social assistance had a limited presence with 14.1% employment compared to the regional rate of 16.1%. Many Tingalpa residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 5.7% while labour force increased by 5.5%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 3.2%, labour force expand by 3.0%, and unemployment fall by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Tingalpa's employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

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

The Tingalpa SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $63,957 and an average of $73,662 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is higher than average nationally, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $71,223 (median) and $82,030 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Tingalpa cluster around the 68th percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate the largest segment comprises 36.3% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (3,452 residents), mirroring 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 65th 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

Dwelling structure in Tingalpa, as evaluated at the 2016 Census, comprised 80.6% houses and 19.5% other dwellings. In Brisbane metropolitan area, it was 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Tingalpa was 29.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 44.8% and rented ones at 25.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,900, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,863. Median weekly rent in Tingalpa was $420, while it was $380 in Brisbane metro. 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 percent of all households, including 33.9 percent couples with children, 26.7 percent couples without children, and 11.8 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 26.2 percent, with lone person households at 22.3 percent and group households comprising 3.9 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which aligns 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 common, with 19.0% of residents holding such qualifications. Postgraduate qualifications and graduate diplomas follow, at 5.0% and 2.6% respectively.

Vocational credentials are prevalent among Tingalpa residents aged 15 and above, with 37.2% holding them. Advanced diplomas account for 11.5%, while certificates make up 25.7%. Educational participation is high in the area, with 26.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.2% in primary education, 6.8% in secondary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Tingalpa has 44 operational public transport stops, all offering bus services. These stops are served by eight different routes, collectively facilitating 455 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically residing 241 meters from the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most Tingalpa residents commute outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 88% of residents. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 19.0% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 65 trips per day, equating to roughly 10 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Tingalpa is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Tingalpa shows above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average among older, at-risk cohorts. Approximately 55% (~5,268 people) of Tingalpa's total population has private health cover, which is very high. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.1% and 8.3% of residents respectively. About 68.4% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among the working-age population are generally typical. Tingalpa has 16.7% (1,585 people) of its residents aged 65 and over, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's 15.1%. While health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, they rank lower nationally than those of the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Tingalpa was found to be slightly 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 25.3% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Tingalpa at 52.9%, slightly above Greater Brisbane's average of 47.8%. The top three ancestry groups were English (27.0%), Australian (24.2%), and Irish (9.4%).

Notably, New Zealanders composed 1.4% of Tingalpa's population, higher than the regional average of 1.0%, with Maori at 1.6% (regional: 1.1%) and Samoan at 0.4% (regional: 0.9%).

Tingalpa's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Tingalpa's median age is 38, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 36 but equal to Australia's 38 years. The 35-44 age group makes up 16.5% of Tingalpa's population, compared to Greater Brisbane's figure, while the 15-24 cohort comprises 11.0%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 4.9% to 6.5% of the population. Conversely, the 25-34 age group has decreased from 15.3% to 13.9%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Tingalpa's age structure. The 85+ group is projected to grow by 150%, reaching 428 people from 171. Those aged 65 and above will comprise 80% of the projected population growth. Meanwhile, the 55-64 and 15-24 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.