Alderley

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

As of May 2026, the estimated population of Alderley is around 7,406, reflecting a growth of 658 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 9.8% rise from the previous population count of 6,748. The latest resident population figure was derived by AreaSearch following examination of the June 2025 ABS ERP data release and validation of an additional 42 new addresses since the Census date. Alderley's population density stands at 2,881 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's population growth rate of 9.8% since the 2021 census exceeds the national average of 9.3%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 47.0% of Alderley's overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers such as natural growth and interstate migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used, with proportional growth weightings applied for age cohorts where necessary. Looking ahead, Alderley is projected to experience above median population growth, with an expected increase of 1,443 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 19.5% over the 16-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, indicates Alderley has seen approximately 66 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 330 homes. As of FY-26, 23 approvals have been recorded. On average, 2 new residents arrive per new home annually between FY-21 and FY-25, suggesting balanced supply and demand with stable market conditions. The average construction cost value for new homes is $472,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments.

In FY-26, commercial development approvals have reached $769,000, reflecting Alderley's residential nature. New development comprises 18.0% standalone homes and 82.0% medium to high-density housing, creating more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift from the current housing mix of 57.0% houses reflects reduced availability of development sites and changing lifestyle demands. With around 110 people per dwelling approval, Alderley displays characteristics of a growth area.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Alderley is projected to add 1,443 residents by 2041. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, offering favourable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Alderley has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Local infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include Eildon Hill Residences, Stafford City Shopping Centre Redevelopment, Breathe Residences Alderley, and MONARC Mixed-Use Precinct. The following list details those most relevant:.

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

Alderley has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented. The unemployment rate was 4.4% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 0.7%. As of December 2025, 4,826 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 0.2% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation was 80.6%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. Home-based work accounted for 27.7% of jobs, considering Covid-19 impacts. Dominant sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The area specializes in professional & technical roles, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level, but has lower manufacturing representation at 3.1% versus the regional average of 6.4%.

Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 0.7%, while labour force grew by 1.3%, raising unemployment by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 3.2% and unemployment fall by 0.1%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Alderley's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

Alderley suburb's income level is among the top percentile nationally according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Alderley's median income among taxpayers is $69,261 and average income stands at $104,226, compared to Greater Brisbane's figures of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. With Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates are approximately $77,129 (median) and $116,066 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Alderley rank highly nationally, between the 84th and 90th percentiles. Distribution data shows that 30.1% of residents (2,229 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region at 33.3%. Notably, 38.8% earn above $3,000 weekly, reflecting prosperity in the area. Housing accounts for 14.7% of income, and residents rank within the 84th percentile for disposable income. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

In Alderley, as per the latest Census evaluation, 57.4% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 42.7% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwelling types. In comparison, Brisbane metropolitan area had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Alderley stood at 23.3%, with mortgaged properties at 35.2% and rented ones at 41.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,200, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Alderley was recorded at $390, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Alderley's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Alderley features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 65.1% of all households, including 29.0% couples with children, 26.1% couples without children, and 7.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 34.9%, with lone person households at 27.6% and group households comprising 7.5%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Alderley demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Alderley's educational attainment is notably higher than broader standards. Among residents aged 15 and above, 49.9% possess university qualifications, surpassing Queensland's 25.7% and Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 33.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.7%) and graduate diplomas (5.5%). Vocational pathways account for 24.3% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 14.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in tertiary education, 7.9% in primary education, and 7.9% pursuing secondary education.

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

Alderley has 46 active public transport stops serving a mix of train and bus services. These stops are covered by 28 individual routes, collectively facilitating 3,434 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents on average located 152 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most commuting is outward-bound. The car remains the dominant mode of transport at 75%, followed by train at 10% and bus at 8%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 27.7% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 490 trips per day, equating to approximately 74 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Alderley demonstrates superior health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts exhibit low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 68% of the total population (5,073 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and 55.7% nationally.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 10.0% of residents and asthma impacting 7.1%. Notably, 73.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, higher than the 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Under-65 population health outcomes are better than average. Alderley has 10.3% of residents aged 65 and over (762 people), lower than Greater Brisbane's 15.1%. Senior health outcomes are above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Alderley records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Alderley's population, as per the 2016 Census, showed above-average cultural diversity with 20.7% born overseas and 11.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, making up 46.7%. Hinduism, however, was slightly overrepresented at 2.1%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 2.2%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (27.6%), Australian (23.4%), and Irish (11.7%). Notable divergences included Welsh (0.9% vs regional 0.5%), Scottish (9.6% vs 7.4%), and French (0.7% vs 0.5%) populations.

Alderley's population is younger than the national pattern

Alderley's median age is 35 years, nearly matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and somewhat younger than Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Alderley has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 at 18.6%, but fewer residents aged 65-74 at 5.4%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 55-64 has grown from 9.4% to 10.5%, while the 45-54 age group has declined from 14.8% to 13.9%. By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate significant changes in Alderley's population. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to grow by 32%, adding 334 residents to reach a total of 1,364. Conversely, the 0-4 age cohort shows minimal growth of just 2% (7 people).