Zillmere

Zillmere has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Zillmere's population, as of February 2026, is approximately 10,068 people. This figure reflects an increase of 745 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,323 people. The growth was inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,045 as of June 2024 and an additional 36 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,721 persons per square kilometer, placing Zillmere in the upper quartile relative to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 8.0% since the 2021 census exceeded that of its SA3 region (6.8%), indicating it as a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 60.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving this growth.

AreaSearch uses 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Examining future population trends, lower quartile growth is anticipated. Based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, Zillmere is expected to grow by 481 persons to reach a total population of approximately 10,549 people by 2041, reflecting an overall gain of 4.5% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Zillmere recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Zillmere averaged approximately 25 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 126 homes. As of FY-26, 5 approvals have been recorded. On average, 3.6 new residents arrived per year for each dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25. In FY-26, $22.4 million in commercial approvals were registered.

Compared to Greater Brisbane, Zillmere has 14.0% less new development per person, ranking at the 27th percentile nationally, indicating relatively constrained buyer choice. New development consists of 50.0% detached dwellings and 50.0% townhouses or apartments. Zillmere had around 890 people per approval. Future projections estimate an addition of 458 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand.

Future projections show Zillmere adding 458 residents by 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.

Zillmere has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 17 projects likely to impact the area. Notable ones include Pioneer Estate, Zillmere Station Transit Oriented Development, Carseldine Village - 5-Star Green Star Community, and Beams Road Level Crossing Removal & Overpass. The following list details those most relevant.

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Zillmere shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Zillmere has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 8.4% as of September 2021, with an estimated employment growth of 11.5% over the past year. As of September 2025, 5634 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4%.

Workforce participation in Zillmere is 73.5%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 14.6% of residents work from home. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and transport, postal & warehousing, with a notable concentration in the latter at 1.5 times the regional average. Education & training has limited presence with 7.2% employment compared to 9.4% regionally.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Between September 2024 and 2025, employment levels increased by 11.5% and labour force increased by 11.0%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.8%, labour force grow by 3.3%, and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Zillmere's employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific projections against the local employment mix.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The median income among taxpayers in Zillmere SA2 was $56,293 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $66,291 during the same period. These figures compare to Greater Brisbane's median and average incomes of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $61,872 and the average income will be around $72,860, based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 9.91%. According to census data, personal income ranks at the 46th percentile ($788 weekly), while household income sits at the 30th percentile. In Zillmere SA2, 33.1% of the population falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, which is consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 33.3% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 79.3% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 24th percentile.

Zillmere displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Zillmere, as per the latest Census data, 55.0% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 45.1% being semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. In Brisbane metro, 73.5% of dwellings were houses. Home ownership in Zillmere stood at 18.5%, with mortgaged properties at 27.2% and rented ones at 54.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,677, lower than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Zillmere was $350, compared to $380 in Brisbane metro. Nationally, Zillmere's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 60.2% of all households, including 21.3% couples with children, 22.3% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 39.8%, with lone person households at 33.5% and group households comprising 6.3%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Zillmere aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Zillmere trail regional benchmarks, with 27.1% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 33.8% in SA4 region. Bachelor degrees lead at 18.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 36.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (24.6%). Educational participation is notably high, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 8.6% in primary education, 6.4% in tertiary education, and 6.2% pursuing secondary education.

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

The analysis of public transportation in Zillmere indicates that there are currently 58 operational transport stops. These stops offer a combination of train and bus services. The total number of weekly passenger trips facilitated by these stops is 2,471. This is achieved through the operation of 40 individual routes. Residents of Zillmere have excellent access to public transportation, with an average distance of 152 meters to the nearest transport stop. Zillmere, being predominantly residential, sees most residents commuting outward from the area.

The car remains the primary mode of transport for these residents, used by 76% of them. Train and bus usage stands at 13% and 6% respectively. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling in Zillmere is 1.0, which is lower than the regional average. According to data from the 2021 Census, 14.6% of residents work from home, a figure that may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages at 353 trips per day. This equates to approximately 42 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Zillmere is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Zillmere faces significant health challenges as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across all age groups but notably higher among older cohorts.

Private health cover is slightly lower than the average SA2 area at approximately 52% of the total population (~5,245 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma were found to be the most common medical conditions, affecting 10.8 and 8.4% of residents respectively. However, 67.2% of residents reported having no medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Working-age residents show a higher prevalence of chronic health conditions than average. The area has 14.8% of residents aged 65 and over (1,485 people), with health outcomes among seniors presenting some challenges but ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

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

Zillmere had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 31.0% of its residents born overseas and 23.9% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Zillmere, accounting for 44.5% of the population. Notably, the category 'Other' comprised 5.6% of Zillmere's population, compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (24.4%), Australian (21.9%), and Other (14.4%), which was significantly higher than the regional average of 9.4%. Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: Samoan at 0.9% in Zillmere versus 0.9% regionally, Maori at 1.1% versus 1.1%, and Filipino at 2.2% compared to 1.2% regionally.

Zillmere hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

The median age in Zillmere is 34 years, which is younger than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 years and significantly lower than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Zillmere has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (19.4%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (10.0%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.4%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the proportion of Zillmere's population aged 55-64 has increased from 9.5% to 10.5%, while the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 21.2% to 19.4%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Zillmere. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 22%, adding 242 residents and reaching a total of 1,359. This growth reflects an ongoing trend of demographic aging, with residents aged 65 and older representing 58% of the anticipated population increase. Conversely, the 15-24 and 5-14 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.