Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Anstead has an estimated 1,619 residents, up 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in the area around Anstead.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Anstead lies 18 kilometres west-southwest of the Brisbane CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 1,619 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. That figure represents an increase of 97 people (6.4%) since the 2021 Census, when 1,522 people were counted.
Households in the suburb are largely families and couples with children, and the area is exceptionally well educated and very affluent. The suburb is described as having a serene, picturesque setting among green hills and natural surroundings, with spacious homes and large acreage properties, appealing to residents who value a tranquil lifestyle.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Anstead lies 18 kilometres west-southwest of the Brisbane CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 1,619 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. That figure represents an increase of 97 people (6.4%) since the 2021 Census, when 1,522 people were counted.
Households in the suburb are largely families and couples with children, and the area is exceptionally well educated and very affluent. The suburb is described as having a serene, picturesque setting among green hills and natural surroundings, with spacious homes and large acreage properties, appealing to residents who value a tranquil lifestyle.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,431 in 2006 and 1,619 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 17.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 32.2%.
Anstead ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education and the 94th for income.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Anstead is $838 a week, for the 12 months to Jun 2026 and 24% above Greater Brisbane.
24% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $534 in 2017, $838 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $341 in 2017, $455 in 2022. The latest is to Jun 2026.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $838 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $838 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane - West | $732 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Brisbane | $674 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $672 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 6 tracked applications: 4 approved, 2 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in and around Anstead, 2 of them under construction.
Queensland's largest industrial development, Citiswich Business Park is a 350-hectare master-planned estate at Bundamba in the logistics hub of Brisbane's south-western corridor. Developed by Walker Corporation, the estate provides serviced industrial land and facilities for logistics, manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and wholesale retail.
Upgrade of the Warrego Highway and Mount Crosby Road interchange at Chuwar, including a new interchange at the future Moggill Pocket Arterial location, a new dual-lane bridge connecting Karalee via Junction Road, service roads with active transport paths, and minor upgrades to Mount Crosby Road.
A $1.7 million project by Brisbane City Council to upgrade the intersection of Eumong Street and Riverhills Road to combat congestion and reduce travel times.
Residential development approved for 115 townhomes, 3 retail tenancies, and 4 apartments. Total development costs of $53.45 million.
Aura Holdings to develop retirement living project at McLeod Country Golf Club with 126 apartments across four buildings over two stages. Designed to integrate with community, minimizing disruption to club operations.
Acquisition of a 2.1-hectare neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by Coles, with longer-term mixed-use development potential of up to four storeys and future uplift via retail repositioning. The current centre comprises 6,411sqm of gross lettable area with 38 specialty tenancies and 301 parking spaces.
The Centenary Bridge Upgrade in Australia entails constructing a new three-lane bridge, refurbishing the current bridges for southbound traffic, and enhancing active transport facilities.
Comprehensive aged care and retirement living community expansion at 620 Seventeen Mile Rocks Road. The project includes the 144-bed Dovetree residential aged care facility and the Rosemount Retirement Community (Madden and Tynan buildings) featuring 120 independent living apartments, along with allied health, wellness centres, a hydrotherapy pool, and…
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AreaSearch has tracked 6 substantial development applications lodged in and around Anstead over the period covered (about 3.1 years), 3 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2023 (part year) 1, 2024 1, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 3.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.1 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 10 | ABS building approvals | 20th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.1 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.1 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Anstead include: Warrego Highway - Mount Crosby Road Interchange Upgrade (Planning); Centenary Motorway Upgrade Planning (Planning); Centenary Motorway (Darra - Yamanto), planning (Proposed); Ipswich to Springfield Central Public Transport Corridor (I2S) (Planning); and Ipswich Smart City Program (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Anstead spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Health & Medical, among others.
The suburb of Anstead ranks in the top 20% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Anstead, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Anstead area has seen 9 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Anstead's current population of 1,619 has been supported by 10 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Anstead has seen 6.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.1 approval in Greater Brisbane. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 358 people in the suburb of Anstead, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Anstead's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 10, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Anstead has grown by approximately 58 people, while 50 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Anstead has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,619 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 117 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,522 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 97 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 13.85 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Anstead was estimated to be approximately 1,619 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,619 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Anstead has added approximately 97 people and shown a 6.37% increase from the 1,522 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Anstead is estimated at 117 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Anstead has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Anstead is driven by: Overseas migration (53.0%), Interstate migration (47.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 53.0% of overall population gains.
Anstead hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 48.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 17.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 16.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Anstead at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Anstead is 7 years older than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Anstead compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 15.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Anstead compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Anstead show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age group is 55-64 year-olds (15.2% vs 10.4%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.4% vs 1.8%) and 25-34 year-olds (5.9% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.7% of the population in the suburb of Anstead as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.2% of the population in the suburb of Anstead as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 6% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,798 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $101,706 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,926 | 2021 Census, weekly | 96th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,074 | 2021 Census, weekly | 84th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 49.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,982 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 9.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Anstead is approximately $74,761. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,798.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Anstead is approximately $108,937. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $101,706.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Anstead is approximately $74,761 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,798 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Anstead is approximately $108,937 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $101,706 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Anstead's households (~32.2% / 154 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Anstead is the $4000+ group, representing about 32.2% of households. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 33.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Anstead is $2,926/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Anstead is $2,982/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Anstead is $1,074/wk.
The suburb of Anstead shows a median taxpayer income of $69,798 and an average of $101,706 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is exceptionally high nationally, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's median income of $61,668 and average income of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $74,761 (median) and $108,937 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Anstead is $11,208 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Anstead's disposable income is $11,208 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Anstead maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 825 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,311 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 854 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Anstead has approximately 825 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.5%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Anstead stands at 3.5%, which is 0.8 percentage points below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Anstead is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.5% of employment), professional & technical (14.3%), and education & training (13.2%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Anstead has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Anstead is 64.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Anstead shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 14.3% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Anstead's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Anstead demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 26.5% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 14.3% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 45.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 16.7% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 26.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
45.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Anstead have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
26.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Anstead have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of Anstead ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Anstead are: Bachelor Degree (26.5%), Certificate (16.7%), Postgraduate (14.3%).
32.3% of the population in the suburb of Anstead is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.5% in primary school, 11.2% in secondary school, 5.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
Anstead features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 49.0% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 32.0% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households at the 2021 Census | 478 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 508 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 89.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Anstead had 478 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.3% to an estimated 508 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Anstead is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 89.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (10.3%), group households (0.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 429 family households, couples with children account for 49.0% of all households, couples without children at home 32.0%, and single parent families 8.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Anstead shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 89.8% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 10.3% compared to 23.6% in Greater Brisbane. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Anstead have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 60.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.6% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 10.3% of all households in the suburb of Anstead, notably lower than the average for Greater Brisbane of 23.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 0.0% of households, below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Anstead was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 90.9% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.6% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 72.3% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
Anstead was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 9.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.7% born overseas.
The main religion in Anstead was found to be Christianity, which makes up 48.4% of people in Anstead. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.6% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Anstead are English, comprising 29.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.7% of the population, and Irish, comprising 11.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.4% of Anstead (vs 0.6% across Greater Brisbane), Scottish at 9.9% (vs 7.4%) and French at 0.9% (vs 0.5%).
27.7% of the suburb of Anstead population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
9.1% of the population in the suburb of Anstead speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
0.5% of the suburb of Anstead population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
89.6% of the suburb of Anstead population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Anstead is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.0% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,383 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 85th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 55.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $490 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Anstead, 37.5% of homes are owned outright, 55.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 6.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.0% of dwellings in the suburb of Anstead are houses.
In the suburb of Anstead, 1.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Anstead stands at 37.5%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Anstead is $2,383, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Anstead is $1,471, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Anstead, households with mortgages typically spend 18.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Anstead is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Anstead shows mortgage holders spending 18.8% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 16.7% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Anstead consists of 99.0% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 1.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Anstead consumes approximately 11.6% of median household income ($12,670 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Anstead's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 65.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 87th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.8% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.7% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
Around 65.9% of people in the suburb of Anstead are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Anstead, 4.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
6.9% of people in the suburb of Anstead are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.0% of the suburb of Anstead population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.0% of people in the suburb of Anstead have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Anstead, 65.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Brisbane sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.1%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.1 km away and the nearest school 2.4 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 11 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 11th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 5.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 19 places in Anstead, about 2.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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05Reports and tools
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Anstead, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
Anstead has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 8% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Anstead is $838 a week for the 12 months to Jun 2026.
Anstead has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Anstead hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 6% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Anstead maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
Anstead demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Anstead features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Anstead was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Anstead is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Anstead's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport in Anstead: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Anstead has an estimated 1,619 residents, up 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in the area around Anstead.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Anstead.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL30065). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Anstead from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Anstead with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 33.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
