Brassall

Population growth drivers in Brassall are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking 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 May 2026, the estimated population of Brassall is around 13,268. This reflects an increase of 1,153 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 12,115 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 13,196 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 220 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,616 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Brassall's growth of 9.5% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.3%), marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 39.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for 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. Considering the projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected, with the area expected to grow by 1,514 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 10.9% in total over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Brassall among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Brassall recorded approximately 67 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 337 homes were approved, with an additional 12 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, each dwelling accommodated about 2.8 new residents per year during this period.

The average construction cost of new homes was approximately $398,000. This financial year, commercial approvals totaled $16.7 million. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Brassall had 54.0% fewer constructions per person. New developments consisted of 82.0% standalone homes and 18.0% attached dwellings.

As of current development rates, Brassall is expected to gain around 1,442 residents by 2041.

Brassall 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 identified seven projects likely affecting this region. Notable ones are Woolworths West Brassall Shopping Centre, Gainsborough Meadows Estate, Cunningham Highway Upgrade, and South East Queensland Inland Rail Project. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Brassall remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Brassall's workforce is balanced between white and blue collar jobs. Key sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. It has a strong specialization in manufacturing, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 4.2% compared to the regional average of 8.9%. As of December 2025, 6,407 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 5.9%, and estimated employment growth of 8.3% over the past year. The area's unemployment rate is 1.8% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Brassall lags at 63.4%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%.

A low 10.0% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment levels increased by 8.3% and labour force increased by 7.3% during the year to December 2025, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.9 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2%, labour force growth of 3.0%, with unemployment falling 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Brassall's employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2023 shows median income in Brassall was $51,736 and average income was $57,718. This is below Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. By March 2026, estimated median income would be approximately $57,613 and average $64,275, based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36%. The 2021 Census ranks Brassall's incomes modestly, between the 29th and 32nd percentiles. Most residents (33.4%, or 4,431 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 27th percentile.

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

The dwelling structure in Brassall, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 80.2% houses and 19.8% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Brisbane's metropolitan area which had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. In Brassall, the home ownership rate was 24.0%, with mortgaged properties at 28.2% and rented dwellings at 47.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Brassall was $1,500, significantly lower than Brisbane's metro average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Brassall stood at $310, compared to Brisbane's metro average of $380 and the national average of $375. Nationally, Brassall's mortgage repayments were considerably lower than the Australian average of $1,863.

Brassall has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.3% of all households, including 26.2% couples with children, 22.7% couples without children, and 18.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.7%, consisting of 28.8% lone person households and 2.9% group households. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 14.3%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.0%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.2%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (31.1%). Educational participation is high, with 30.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including primary (11.5%), secondary (9.3%), and tertiary (4.0%) levels.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 9.3% in secondary education, and 4.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Brassall shows that there are 33 active transport stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with two individual routes providing a total of 886 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as moderate, with residents typically located an average of 414 meters from the nearest stop. Brassall, being primarily residential, sees most residents commuting outward. The car remains the dominant mode of transportation for these residents, with a high ownership rate of 1.3 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census data, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions, only 10% of residents work from home.

Across all routes, service frequency averages at 126 trips per day, equating to approximately 26 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Brassall is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Brassall faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups, with a relatively low private health cover rate of approximately 50% (around 6,644 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 55.8%. Nationally, the average is 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 12.2% and 10.7% of residents respectively. However, 60.0% report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.2%. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to high chronic condition rates. Brassall has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (17.9%, or 2,374 people) than Greater Brisbane (15.1%). Senior health outcomes present some challenges, generally aligning with national rankings for the overall population.

Brassall is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Brassall, surveyed in June 2016, showed low cultural diversity: 89.5% were Australian citizens, 87.7% born there, and 94.5% spoke English only at home. Christianity dominated at 50.2%. Judaism, at 0.1%, was slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane's 0.1%.

Ancestry-wise, the top groups were English (30.0%), Australian (28.1%), and Irish (7.8%). Notably, German ancestry was higher at 7.1% than regional average of 4.2%, while Samoan and New Zealand ancestries were similar to regional levels.

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

Brassall's median age is 34, which is lower than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and significantly below Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Brassall has a higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (6.9%) but fewer individuals aged 35-44 (13.1%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the percentage of residents aged 75-84 has increased from 5.6% to 6.9%, while those aged 35-44 have risen from 12.0% to 13.1%. Conversely, the proportion of individuals aged 5-14 has decreased from 15.0% to 12.9%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic shifts in Brassall. The 85+ age group is projected to grow by 107%, adding 398 residents and reaching a total of 770. This growth contributes to an overall aging trend, with residents aged 65 and older accounting for 59% of the anticipated population increase. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 35-44 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.