Wynnum West - Hemmant

Wynnum West - Hemmant has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Wynnum West - Hemmant's population is around 16,994 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,313 people (8.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 15,681 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 16,773 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 301 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 1,385 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Wynnum West - Hemmant's 8.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (6.8%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 57.7% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers, including natural growth and interstate migration, were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence, where utilised, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Considering the projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected, with the area expected to grow by 1,712 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 8.8% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Wynnum West - Hemmant when compared nationally

Wynnum West - Hemmant has recorded around 116 residential properties granted approval annually, with 583 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 38 so far in FY-26. Given an average of 1.8 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand appear well-balanced, creating stable market conditions, though recent data reveals this has increased to 6.7 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, reflecting the area's growing popularity and potential supply constraints. New homes are being built at an average construction cost of $205,000‚—below regional norms—reflecting more affordable housing options for purchasers. There have also been $35.6 million in commercial approvals this financial year, indicating strong commercial development momentum.

When measured against Greater Brisbane, Wynnum West - Hemmant shows 66.0% higher development activity (per person), which should provide buyers with ample choice, though building activity has slowed in recent years. Recent construction comprises 67.0% standalone homes and 33.0% attached dwellings, with a growing mix of townhouses and apartments providing options across different price points, from family homes to more affordable compact living. At around 401 people per approval, Wynnum West - Hemmant indicates a mature market.

Looking ahead, Wynnum West - Hemmant is expected to grow by 1,491 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Wynnum West - Hemmant has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 26thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 37 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Park Hill Village Collection, Wynnum Road and Hemmant-Tingalpa Road Intersection Upgrade, Rivermakers Precinct, and Burnby Rise Estate, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The employment environment in Wynnum West - Hemmant shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Wynnum West - Hemmant features a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation, an unemployment rate of only 3.6%, and 4.9% estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 9,722 residents are in work, while the unemployment rate is 0.5% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is fairly standard (74.3% compared to Greater Brisbane's 71.2%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 17.9% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area shows particularly strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, education & training shows lower representation at 7.2% versus the regional average of 9.4%. While local employment opportunities exist, it appears many residents commute elsewhere for work, based on the count of Census working population relative to the local population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 4.9% while the labour force increased by 5.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2% and labour force growth of 3.0%, with unemployment falling 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Wynnum West - Hemmant. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Wynnum West - Hemmant's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the Wynnum West - Hemmant SA2 is very high nationally, with the median assessed at $63,041 while the average income stands at $75,333. This contrasts with Greater Brisbane's figures of a median income of $58,236 and an average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $69,288 (median) and $82,799 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Wynnum West - Hemmant cluster around the 58th percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 35.1% of residents (5,964 people), consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 33.3% in the same category. High housing costs consume 17.1% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 55th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Wynnum West - Hemmant is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure within Wynnum West - Hemmant, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 79.3% houses and 20.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Wynnum West - Hemmant was in line with that of Brisbane metro, at 26.6%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (40.3%) or rented (33.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Brisbane metro average at $1,950, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $413, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,863 and $380. Nationally, Wynnum West - Hemmant's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Wynnum West - Hemmant has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households dominate at 73.2% of all households, comprising 32.7% couples with children, 24.9% couples without children, and 14.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 26.8%, with lone person households at 23.5% and group households comprising 3.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.6 people matches the Greater Brisbane average.

Wynnum West - Hemmant shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

Educational qualifications in Wynnum West - Hemmant trail regional benchmarks, with 23.2% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead at 16.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 37.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (26.4%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.9% in primary education, 7.8% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 77 active transport stops operating within Wynnum West - Hemmant, comprising a mix of train and buses. These stops are serviced by 32 individual routes, collectively providing 2,127 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 245 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 87%, with 8% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling. Some 17.9% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 303 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 27 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Wynnum West - Hemmant is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data reveals substantial challenges facing Wynnum West - Hemmant, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 57% of the total population (~9,618 people).

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 9.5% and 8.0% of residents, respectively, while 67.1% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 17.9% of residents aged 65 and over (3,040 people), which is higher than the 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Wynnum West - Hemmant is above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 11.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 25.2% born overseas. The main religion in Wynnum West - Hemmant is Christianity, which makes up 50.3% of the population, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Wynnum West - Hemmant are English, comprising 29.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 24.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maori is notably overrepresented at 2.4% of Wynnum West - Hemmant (vs 1.1% regionally), New Zealand at 1.4% (vs 1.0%) and Samoan at 0.5% (vs 0.9%).

Wynnum West - Hemmant's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

With a median age of 38, Wynnum West - Hemmant is slightly older than the Greater Brisbane figure of 36, though equal to Australia's 38 years. The 75 - 84 age group shows strong representation at 7.2% compared to Greater Brisbane, whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is less prevalent at 11.6%. In the period since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 5.5% to 7.2% of the population. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 13.6% to 11.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Wynnum West - Hemmant's age structure. Leading the demographic shift, the 75 to 84 group will grow by 41% (503 people), reaching 1,719 from 1,215. The aging population dynamic is clear, with those 65+ comprising 59% of projected growth. On the other hand, the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.