Yeronga

Population growth drivers in Yeronga are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Yeronga's population is around 10,871 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 671 people (6.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,200 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,851 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 168 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 1,785 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Yeronga's 6.6% growth since the census positions it within 2.7 percentage points of the SA3 area (9.3%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers, including interstate migration and natural growth, were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Anticipating future population dynamics, an above-median population growth of statistical areas across the nation is projected, with the area expected to increase by 1,733 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 15.8% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Yeronga among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Yeronga has experienced around 133 dwellings receiving development approval per year, with 669 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 14 so far in FY-26. With an average of only 0.8 people per year moving to the area for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), new construction is matching or outpacing demand, offering buyers more options and enabling population growth that could exceed current expectations, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $523,000, showing that developers are focusing on the premium market with high-end developments. There have also been $9.5 million in commercial approvals this financial year, suggesting balanced commercial development activity.

Relative to Greater Brisbane, Yeronga has 79.0% more construction activity (per person), creating greater choice for buyers. This level is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area. New development consists of 14.0% standalone homes and 86.0% attached dwellings. This trend toward denser development provides accessible entry options and appeals to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns (currently 48.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 236 people per dwelling approval, Yeronga shows characteristics of a low density area.

Looking ahead, Yeronga is expected to grow by 1,713 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Yeronga has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 42 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Parkside Yeronga, Yeerongpilly Green, Moorooka Station Upgrade, and Evergreen, Park Road Yeronga, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Yeronga maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Yeronga possesses a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of 4.0%, and 1.9% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 6,551 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.1% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Brisbane's 71.2%. Based on Census responses, a high 28.1% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The area has a particular employment specialization in professional & technical, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level. Meanwhile, construction has a limited presence with 5.4% employment compared to 9.0% regionally. While local employment opportunities exist in the area, it appears many residents commute elsewhere for work, based on the count of the 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 1.9% while the labour force increased by 2.5%, resulting in unemployment rising by 0.5 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 Yeronga. 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 Yeronga's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.3% over five years and 14.8% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

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

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the Yeronga SA2's median income among taxpayers is $63,267, with an average of $89,797. This is among the highest in Australia, and compares to Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $69,537 (median) and $98,696 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Yeronga, between the 72nd and 85th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows 29.3% of the population (3,185 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, aligning with the surrounding region where this cohort likewise represents 33.3%. A significant 34.4% earn above $3,000 weekly, reflecting pockets of prosperity that drive robust local economic activity. High housing costs consume 15.3% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 73rd percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

Dwelling structure within Yeronga, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 48.4% houses and 51.6% 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 Yeronga was in line with that of Brisbane metro, at 26.9%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (32.8%) or rented (40.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Brisbane metro average at $2,167, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $390, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,863 and $380. Nationally, Yeronga's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.

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

Family households dominate at 62.6% of all households, comprising 25.7% couples with children, 28.1% couples without children, and 6.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 37.4%, with lone person households at 30.9% and group households comprising 6.4% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Yeronga shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Yeronga significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 51.5% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 25.7% in QLD and 30.4% in Australia. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 33.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (13.2%) and graduate diplomas (5.2%). Vocational pathways account for 22.6% of qualifications among those aged 15+ – advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificates (12.7%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.4% in tertiary education, 6.9% in primary education, and 6.1% pursuing secondary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 89 active transport stops operating within Yeronga, comprising a mix of trains and buses. These stops are serviced by 30 individual routes, collectively providing 4,118 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 145 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 73%, with 11% by train and 7% by bus. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, which is below the regional average. A high 28.1% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 588 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 46 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Yeronga demonstrates above-average health outcomes, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts see a low prevalence of common health conditions, and the rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 66% of the total population (7,163 people). This compares to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 9.4% and 7.9% of residents, respectively, while 68.8% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 19.8% of residents aged 65 and over (2,152 people), which is higher than the 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Yeronga was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 25.1% of its population born overseas and 15.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Yeronga is Christianity, which makes up 47.3% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Buddhism, which comprises 2.3% of the population, compared to 2.0% across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Yeronga are English, comprising 26.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 21.3% of the population, and Irish, comprising 11.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 0.5% of the population (vs 0.3% regionally), Scottish at 9.0% (vs 7.4%) and German at 4.8% (vs 4.2%).

Yeronga's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The 39-year median age in Yeronga is modestly exceeding Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and is also very close to the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Brisbane, Yeronga has a higher concentration of 75 - 84 residents (7.6%) but fewer 5 - 14 year-olds (9.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 6.1% to 7.6% of the population. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 15.7% to 14.1%. By 2041, Yeronga is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. Leading the demographic shift, the 85+ group will grow by 125% (454 people), reaching 819 from 364. The aging population dynamic is clear, with those 65+ comprising 60% of projected growth. On the other hand, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 cohorts.