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 Feb 2026, the estimated population of Alderley is around 7,393, reflecting an increase of 645 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 9.6% rise from the previous population count of 6,748. The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch is 7,358, based on examination of ERP data released by ABS in June 2024 and validation of 29 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 2,876 persons per square kilometer, placing Alderley in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Alderley has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.6%, outpacing the national average. Overseas migration contributed approximately 47.0% 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, 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 are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort are applied where utilized. Future population trends project an above median growth for the suburb, expecting it to increase by 1,587 persons to reach 2041, reflecting a total gain of 20.9% over the 17-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 shows Alderley had around 66 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling approximately 330 homes. As of FY-26, 20 approvals have been recorded. On average, 2 people moved to the area per dwelling built each year between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand market with stable conditions. The average construction cost value for new dwellings was $472,000, suggesting developers targeted the premium market segment.

In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $769,000, reflecting minimal commercial development activity. New developments consisted of 18.0% detached dwellings and 82.0% attached dwellings, favouring higher-density living to create more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift contrasts with the current housing mix of 57.0% houses, reflecting reduced development site availability and changing lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. Alderley's population growth is estimated at around 110 people per approval.

By 2041, AreaSearch forecasts indicate Alderley will gain 1,545 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives 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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Employment performance in Alderley has been broadly consistent with national averages

Alderley has an educated workforce with professional services well represented. Its unemployment rate was 4.1% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 0.9%. As of September 2025, 4,803 residents were employed at an unemployment rate of 4.1%, slightly above Greater Brisbane's 4.0%.

Workforce participation was high at 81.6%. Home working was prevalent among residents, with 27.7% working from home. Key industries included health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. The area had a particular specialization in professional & technical jobs, employing 1.6 times the regional level, but manufacturing only employed 3.1%, below Greater Brisbane's 6.4%.

Employment opportunities seemed limited locally, with Census data showing fewer working residents than residents overall. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 0.9% and labour force grew by 0.8%, maintaining a stable unemployment rate. 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 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth varies significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Alderley's industry mix suggests local employment could increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years.

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

The suburb of Alderley had a median taxpayer income of $69,261 and an average income of $104,226 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is notably higher than Greater Brisbane's median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799. By September 2025, based on a 9.91% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would be approximately $76,125 (median) and $114,555 (average). Census data shows that Alderley's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 84th and 90th percentiles nationally. The income bracket of $1,500 - $2,999 captures 30.1% of Alderley's community, with 2,225 individuals in this category. This aligns with broader trends across the area, where 33.3% fall into the same earnings band. Economic strength is evident with 38.8% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, indicating robust consumer spending. Housing expenses consume 14.7% of income, while strong earnings place residents in the 84th percentile for disposable income. The area'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

Alderley's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 57.4% houses and 42.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Alderley was at 23.3%, with the rest being mortgaged (35.2%) or rented (41.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Alderley was $2,200, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure for Alderley was $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 constitute 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 account for 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

Educational attainment in Alderley exceeds broader benchmarks significantly. Among residents aged 15 and above, 49.9% hold university qualifications compared to 25.7% in Queensland (QLD) and 30.4% in Australia. This educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 33.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 10.7% and graduate diplomas at 5.5%.

Vocational pathways account for 24.3% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 14.0%. Educational participation is notably high in Alderley, 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, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 28 individual routes, providing a total of 3,434 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from residents' homes to the nearest transport stop is 152 meters, indicating excellent accessibility. Most commutes in this predominantly residential area are outward-bound. Cars remain the primary mode of transport for 75% of residents, with trains and buses accounting for 10% and 8% respectively. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.2, lower than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high proportion (27.7%) of Alderley residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. On average, there are 490 trips per day across all routes, 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 shows superior health outcomes based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and elderly cohorts have low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 68% of Alderley's total population (5,064 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 10.0% and 7.1% of residents respectively. 73.9% of Alderley residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population in Alderley has better than average health outcomes. The area has 10.5% of residents aged 65 and over (776 people), which is lower than the 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors in Alderley 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 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, accounting for 46.7%. Hinduism was slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane (2.1% vs 2.2%).

The top three ancestral groups were English (27.6%), Australian (23.4%), and Irish (11.7%). Notably, Welsh (0.9%) Scottish (9.6%) and French (0.7%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.5%, 7.4% and 0.5% respectively.

Alderley's population is younger than the national pattern

Alderley's median age is 35 years, nearly matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and somewhat younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Alderley has a higher concentration of residents aged 15-24 at 15.6%, but fewer residents aged 65-74 at 5.3%. Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the proportion of residents aged 55-64 has grown from 9.4% to 10.4%, while the proportion aged 25-34 has declined from 18.1% to 16.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Alderley, with the strongest projected growth in the 45-54 age group at 34%, adding 351 residents to reach a total of 1,387. Conversely, the 0-4 age group shows minimal growth of just 4%, adding only 15 people.