Whitfield - Edge Hill
Statistical Area - sa2

An assessment of population growth drivers in Whitfield - Edge Hill reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Whitfield - Edge Hill's population is approximately 8,621 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 268 people, a rise of 3.2% since the 2021 Census which recorded a population of 8,353. The change was inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 8,603 in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,244 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 96.7% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections lack age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Future population dynamics project an above median growth for non-metropolitan areas nationally. By 2041, the area is expected to expand by 1,534 persons, marking a total gain of 17.6% over the 17 years based on the latest population numbers.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Whitfield - Edge Hill, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Whitfield - Edge Hill has received approximately 13 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 66 homes. In FY26 so far, there have been 4 approvals recorded. The average new resident arrival rate per new home over these five years is 0.5 persons per year. This supply pace meets or exceeds demand, providing ample buyer options and capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts.

The average construction value of new homes is $501,000, slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments. In this financial year, $469,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Whitfield - Edge Hill has significantly lower building activity, 57.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes. The area also falls below the national average in building activity, suggesting its established nature and potential planning limitations.

All recent building activity consists of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes. Interestingly, developers are constructing more traditional houses than the current mix suggests, indicating strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. The location has approximately 617 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. Population forecasts indicate Whitfield - Edge Hill will gain 1,516 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

Whitfield - Edge Hill has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Kanimbla Heights Estate, Cairns Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre, Whitfield State School Performing Arts Centre, and Izatt Close Residential Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Whitfield - Edge Hill demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Whitfield - Edge Hill has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 1.9%.

As of June 2025, 4,975 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.1% below Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%, and workforce participation stands at 65.2% compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The area specializes in health care & social assistance with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 0.9%, below Rest of Qld's 4.5%. Labour force decreased by 1.6% and employment declined by 1.9% during June 2024 to June 2025, increasing unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points.

Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Whitfield - Edge Hill's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.2% over five years and 14.9% over ten years.

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

Whitfield - Edge Hill's median income among taxpayers was $57,064 during financial year 2022. The average income stood at $70,971. These figures are higher than the national averages of $50,780 and $64,844 respectively for Rest of Qld. By September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $65,047, and average income around $80,900, based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranked at the 69th percentile ($915 weekly), while household income was at the 46th percentile. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 dominated with 30.0% of residents (2,586 people). After housing expenses, 85.6% of income remained for other expenses. Whitfield - Edge Hill's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

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

In Whitfield - Edge Hill, as per the latest Census evaluation, 74.7% of dwellings were houses while 25.3% comprised other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Non-Metro Qld's figures of 68.4% houses and 31.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Whitfield - Edge Hill stood at 33.3%, with mortgaged properties at 33.0% and rented ones at 33.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent figure in the area was recorded as $325, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $315. Nationally, Whitfield - Edge Hill's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Whitfield - Edge Hill features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 64.4% of all households, including 23.8% couples with children, 26.9% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 35.6%, with lone person households at 30.8% and group households comprising 4.8%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.4.

Whitfield - Edge Hill performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

In Whitfield - Edge Hill, educational attainment is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15 and above, 34.6% have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in the rest of Queensland and 21.1% in the SA4 region. This significant educational advantage includes a high proportion with bachelor degrees (22.2%), postgraduate qualifications (8.1%), and graduate diplomas (4.3%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 34.8% of residents holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (23.1%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 10.3% in primary, 9.9% in secondary, and 4.3% in tertiary education. The area's educational provision includes Edge Hill State School and Whitfield State School, serving a total of 1,633 students. These schools cater exclusively to primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas.

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

Transport analysis shows 31 active stops operating within Whitfield - Edge Hill. These stops offer bus services only. There are 3 routes in total, providing 231 weekly passenger trips combined.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents located an average of 255 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 33 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 7 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Whitfield - Edge Hill is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Whitfield-Edge Hill has better-than-average health outcomes for both younger and older age groups, with low prevalence rates of common health conditions. Approximately 55% (~4,741 people) have private health cover, higher than the Rest of Qld's 50.1%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (7.2%) and mental health issues (7.2%). About 71.6% declare no medical ailments, similar to Rest of Qld's 71.7%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 19.4% (1,674 people), compared to Rest of Qld's 15.7%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, mirroring the general population's health profile.

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

Whitfield-Edge Hill was found to have above average cultural diversity, with 12.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 24.3% born overseas. The predominant religion in Whitfield-Edge Hill is Christianity, comprising 44.8% of the population. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to 0.1% across the Rest of Qld.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (27.6%), Australian (21.6%), and Other (10.7%). There are significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Irish is overrepresented at 9.8%, German at 4.4%, and Russian at 0.4%.

Whitfield - Edge Hill hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Whitfield-Edge Hill's median age is 43 years, which is higher than the Rest of Qld average of 41 and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The 45-54 age group comprises 15.3%, compared to Rest of Qld's percentage, while the 5-14 cohort makes up 10.3%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 15 to 24 age group grew from 9.4% to 11.2%, and the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 5.6% to 6.9%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.7% to 10.3%. Demographic modeling suggests that Whitfield-Edge Hill's age profile will significantly evolve by 2041. The 25 to 34 cohort is projected to grow by 34%, adding 374 residents to reach 1,467. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 5 to 14 and 15 to 24 cohorts.