Bellmere

Bellmere lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, as of Feb 2026, Bellmere's population is estimated at around 7,555. This reflects an increase of 967 people (14.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,588 people. The change was inferred from the resident population of 7,214, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 74 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 293 persons per square kilometer. Bellmere's 14.7% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both national (9.9%) and state averages, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 60.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting 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. 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. As we examine future population trends, a significant population increase in the top quartile of national areas is forecast for Bellmere, with an expected growth of 3,183 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 37.6% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Bellmere had around 35 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling approximately 176 homes. As of FY26, there have been 36 approvals recorded. Between FY21 and FY25, an average of 5.8 people moved to the area for each dwelling built. This high demand coupled with limited new supply has typically led to price growth and increased buyer competition, with new dwellings being developed at an average cost of $361,000.

In FY26, there have been $312,000 in commercial approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to the Greater Brisbane region where Bellmere records 61.0% lower building activity per person. This constrained new construction often reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. The area's new building activity consists of 83.0% detached houses and 17.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining its traditional low density character focused on family homes. With around 230 people per dwelling approval, Bellmere indicates a developing market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is projected to gain approximately 2,842 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 37 projects likely impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Coles Caboolture West (Lilywood Town Centre), Bellmere Shopping Centre Expansion, Westbrook Estate, and QYAC Sports Complex. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Bellmere recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Bellmere's workforce comprises both white and blue-collar jobs, with construction being notably prominent. The unemployment rate in Bellmere is 5.5%, having seen a 4.4% employment growth over the past year, according to AreaSearch data aggregation. As of December 2025, there are 3,405 employed residents, while the unemployment rate stands at 1.3% above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation in Bellmere is 64.0%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 71.2%. Census responses indicate that only 8.4% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The leading employment industries among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Bellmere shows strong specialization in construction, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level, but professional & technical services have lower representation at 3.5% compared to the regional average of 8.9%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as suggested by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 4.4%, while labour force grew by 4.2%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment. In comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2% and labour force growth of 3.0%, with unemployment falling by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Bellmere's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that in Bellmere, median income is $50,180 and average income is $57,490. This is below Greater Brisbane's median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated median income for Bellmere as of September 2025 would be approximately $55,153, and average income would be around $63,187. Census 2021 data shows incomes in Bellmere are modest, ranking between the 26th and 32nd percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 35.9% of individuals in Bellmere (2,712 people), similar to the metropolitan region's 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 28th percentile.

Bellmere is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Bellmere's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 88.4% houses and 11.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bellmere was at 25.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.1% and rented ones at 39.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,560, lower than Brisbane metro's $1,863. The median weekly rent figure was $360, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Bellmere's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,560 against the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Bellmere features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 78.6% of all households, including 31.6% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 20.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.4%, with lone person households at 17.8% and group households comprising 3.5%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Bellmere fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 11.6%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.4%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.9%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (33.6%). Educational participation is high, with 31.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 13.1% in primary, 9.4% in secondary, and 2.9% in tertiary education.

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

Bellmere has 16 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by two routes that together facilitate 218 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents on average located 333 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards daily due to Bellmere being primarily residential. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation, used by 91% of residents. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 8.4% of residents work from home, a figure that might be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 31 trips per day, equating to approximately 13 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Bellmere is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Bellmere faces significant health challenges, as per AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 50% of Bellmere's total population (~3,775 people) has private health cover, compared to Greater Brisbane's 55.8%.

Nationally, the average is 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in Bellmere are mental health issues (10.7%) and arthritis (8.8%). Conversely, 64.1% of residents reported having no medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.2%. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Bellmere has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (18.9%, or 1,427 people) than Greater Brisbane (15.2%). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, but they align with national rankings for the general population.

Bellmere ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bellmere's population showed lower cultural diversity, with 86.3% being Australian citizens, 81.6% born in Australia, and 92.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion at 44.2%. Judaism, however, was overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (31.0%), Australian (28.0%), and Irish (7.4%). Notably, New Zealanders were overrepresented at 1.3% versus the regional average of 1.0%, as were Samoans at 1.3% (regional: 0.9%) and Maori at 1.3% (regional: 1.1%).

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

Bellmere has a median age of 34, which is slightly younger than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and substantially under Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Bellmere has a higher concentration of residents aged 5-14 at 15.5%, but fewer residents aged 25-34 at 12.4%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the population of those aged 75-84 has grown from 4.8% to 7.4%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 5-14 has declined from 16.8% to 15.5%, and the percentage of residents aged 25-34 has dropped from 13.6% to 12.4%. Population forecasts for Bellmere in 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes, with the strongest projected growth in the 75-84 age group at 99%, adding 554 residents to reach 1,114. Meanwhile, the 0-4 age cohort is expected to grow by a modest 8% (39 people).