Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Brookwater has an estimated 3,713 residents, up 27.9% since the 2021 Census, with 106 projects tracked in the area around Brookwater.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Brookwater, located 24 kilometres south-southwest of the Brisbane CBD, has an estimated population of around 3,713 as of Aug 2026 according to AreaSearch's analysis. That estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, released yearly, together with national address file data updated each quarter. It represents an increase of 811 people (27.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,902 people. A notable share of residents are aged 15 to 24.
Residents show a high proportion of teenagers, alongside a middle-aged population made up largely of family households and couples with children. The suburb is exceptionally well educated and ranks among the most affluent in the country. Augustine Heights - Brookwater in QLD, Australia combines natural beauty, leisure options and high-quality living, with forest reserves, golf courses and sprawling parks offering ample outdoor recreation.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Brookwater, located 24 kilometres south-southwest of the Brisbane CBD, has an estimated population of around 3,713 as of Aug 2026 according to AreaSearch's analysis. That estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, released yearly, together with national address file data updated each quarter. It represents an increase of 811 people (27.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,902 people. A notable share of residents are aged 15 to 24.
Residents show a high proportion of teenagers, alongside a middle-aged population made up largely of family households and couples with children. The suburb is exceptionally well educated and ranks among the most affluent in the country. Augustine Heights - Brookwater in QLD, Australia combines natural beauty, leisure options and high-quality living, with forest reserves, golf courses and sprawling parks offering ample outdoor recreation.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 694 in 2006 and 3,713 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: 45 to 54, 19.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 43.9%.
Brookwater ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 99th 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 Brookwater is $878 a week, up 3.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 40% above Greater Brisbane.
40% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $540 in 2017, $925 in 2026. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $878 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $925 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Springfield - Redbank | $591 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Springfield - Redbank, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Ipswich | $574 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Ipswich, over 12 months | +7.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Brisbane | $627 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Brisbane, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 6 tracked applications: 4 approved, 1 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 106 projects in and around Brookwater, 28 of them under construction.
Augustine Heights is an established suburb within Greater Springfield, Australia's largest privately built master-planned city, home to over 6,000 residents since being named in 2003. While the bulk of the suburb is built out, several infill developments remain active.
A 42-hectare mixed-use business park and lifestyle precinct. The development includes the Vicinity Lifestyle Centre, featuring 21,320sqm of retail showrooms, medical services, and trade retail. It serves as a key commercial hub for the Greater Springfield region, strategically positioned along Augusta Parkway with direct access to the Centenary Highway.
Orion Springfield Central is a regional shopping centre at 1 Main Street, Springfield Central, owned by Mirvac, with over 180 specialty retailers, an Event Cinemas complex with a 2,000-seat cinema, and a bus interchange.
Council-led park upgrade delivering a tennis-themed community recreation space with nature play elements (log steppers, wobbly bridge, timber teepee, carved totems, balance trail), a rebound hit-up wall with artwork, new shade sails, furniture and landscaping.
Health City is a 52-hectare integrated health and innovation precinct. The primary focus is the Mater Hospital Springfield Stage 2 expansion, a 9-story facility delivered by Mater and the Queensland Government. It introduces the region's first public hospital beds, a 54-bay Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, and Mater Mothers maternity services.
A staged masterplanned community spanning approximately 240 hectares in Springfield, Ipswich, bounded by Opossum Creek, O'Dwyers Gully and Springfield Anglican College. Village 1 (around 30 hectares, 400+ homes) is complete.
Australia's largest privately funded master-planned city, spanning 2,860 hectares with a completion value estimated at $88 billion. Major milestones include the staged opening of the $1 billion Mater Public Hospital Springfield expansion, and ongoing infrastructure works such as the Springfield Parkway and Greenbank Arterial duplication.
Final stages of the boutique Camira Springs residential estate delivering elevated land lots with city views, directly within Camira suburb.
A long-term expansion of Springfield Central, the purpose-built CBD at the heart of Greater Springfield. Approved planning provides for around 2.6 million square metres of mixed-use floor space and over 22,000 apartments, anchored by key developments including the 119 hectare Knowledge Precinct and City Centre North.
Major staged duplication of Springfield Parkway and Springfield Greenbank Arterial from two to four lanes to support rapid population growth in Greater Springfield. Stages 1 and 3 are complete while Stage 2 early works, including utility relocations, retaining walls and drainage upgrades, are underway ahead of full civil road widening.
The Knowledge Precinct is the innovation core of Greater Springfield, a 119-hectare precinct in the Springfield Central CBD. It comprises Health City, Education City and IDEA City, plus BioPark Australia.
A luxury residential development consisting of 61 terrace homes. The development is located with frontage to the Brookwater Golf Course and includes a range of resident amenities including a pool, gym, and sauna. 61 homes on a 2.36ha site near a Greg Norman-designed golf course.
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Estimated completion year of the 31 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 7, 2027 11, 2028 2, 2029 0, 2030 2, 2031 3, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 1, 2035 0, 2036 1. 30 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 6 substantial development applications lodged in and around Brookwater over the past 5 years, 1 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 1, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 4, 2026 (to Oct) 0.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 11.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 35 | ABS building approvals | 47th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Brookwater include: Augustine Heights Master Planned Community (Construction); Vicinity Business Park Augustine Heights (Construction); Springfield Central Sports Precinct Expansion (Construction); Central Gardens Springfield (Planning); and Springfield Parkway and Springfield Greenbank Arterial Duplication (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Brookwater spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Communities, and Business Parks & Technology Hubs, among others.
The suburb of Brookwater ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Brookwater higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Brookwater area has seen 118 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Brookwater's current population of 3,713 has been supported by 35 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Brookwater's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 35, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Brookwater has grown by approximately 886 people, while 177 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Brookwater lies within the top 4% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,713 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +27.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 974 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 51st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +5.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +5.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,902 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 811 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +4.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.81 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Brookwater was estimated to be approximately 3,713 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,713 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Brookwater has added approximately 811 people and shown a 27.95% increase from the 2,902 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Brookwater is estimated at 975 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Brookwater has shown a compound annual growth rate of 5.7% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Brookwater is driven by: Natural increase (37.0%), Overseas migration (36.0%), Interstate migration (27.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 37.0% of overall population gains.
Brookwater's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 21.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.2% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 17.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 19.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 1.8% | 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 Brookwater at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Brookwater is 2 years older than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Brookwater compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 19.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Brookwater compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 6.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Brookwater show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 45-54 year-olds (19.9% vs 12.2%) and 5-14 year-olds (17.8% vs 12.3%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.4% vs 1.8%) and 75-84 year-olds (1.8% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 21.3% of the population in the suburb of Brookwater as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 7.6% of the population in the suburb of Brookwater as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 1% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $91,672 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 99th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $104,302 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $3,637 | 2021 Census, weekly | 99th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,397 | 2021 Census, weekly | 96th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 65.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,676 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 3.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Brookwater is approximately $98,190. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $91,672.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Brookwater is approximately $111,718. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $104,302.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Brookwater is approximately $98,190 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $91,672 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Brookwater is approximately $111,718 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $104,302 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Brookwater's households (~43.9% / 391 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Brookwater is the $4000+ group, representing about 43.9% 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 Brookwater is $3,637/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Brookwater is $3,676/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Brookwater is $1,397/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Brookwater's median income among taxpayers is $91,672, with an average of $104,302. This is exceptionally high nationally, and compares to Greater Brisbane's median of $61,668 and average of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $98,190 (median) and $111,718 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Brookwater is $13,670 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Brookwater's disposable income is $13,670 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Brookwater rank among the top 1% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 0.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 87.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,535 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,844 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,548 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Brookwater has approximately 2,535 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 0.5%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Brookwater stands at 0.5%, which is 3.8 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 Brookwater is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.5% of employment), education & training (9.8%), and public administration & safety (9.6%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Brookwater has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. 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 Brookwater is 87.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Brookwater shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 9.6% of the local workforce compared to 7.0% across Greater Brisbane. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Brookwater's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Brookwater 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 | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 39.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
39.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Brookwater have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
28.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Brookwater have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of Brookwater ranks in the 100th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Brookwater are: Bachelor Degree (24.4%), Certificate (18.0%), Advanced Diploma (14.0%).
35.1% of the population in the suburb of Brookwater is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.8% in primary school, 11.1% in secondary school, 6.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
Brookwater features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.2 people | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 58.2% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 891 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,140 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 91.7% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Brookwater had 891 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 27.9% to an estimated 1,140 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Brookwater is 3.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 91.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (7.4%), group households (0.4%), and other household types (0.4%).
Of the 817 family households, couples with children account for 58.2% of all households, couples without children at home 26.2%, and single parent families 7.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Brookwater shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 91.7% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 7.4% 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 Brookwater have an average of 1.6 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 63.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.8% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 7.4% of all households in the suburb of Brookwater, 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 0.4% 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 Brookwater was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 34.8% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 19.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 80.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.9% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 65.2% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
Brookwater was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 19.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 34.8% born overseas.
The main religion in Brookwater was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.8% of people in Brookwater. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 6.3% of the population, compared to 2.2% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Brookwater are English, comprising 26.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.5% of the population, and Other, comprising 11.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Brookwater (vs 0.6% across Greater Brisbane), Polish at 1.0% (vs 0.5%) and Indian at 5.3% (vs 2.0%).
34.8% of the suburb of Brookwater population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
19.6% of the population in the suburb of Brookwater speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.1% of the suburb of Brookwater population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
85.9% of the suburb of Brookwater population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Brookwater is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 19.1% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 95.6% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,615 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 66.1% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $565 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 15.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 10th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 16.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 5th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Brookwater, 19.1% of homes are owned outright, 66.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 14.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 95.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Brookwater are houses.
In the suburb of Brookwater, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Brookwater stands at 19.1%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Brookwater is $2,615, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Brookwater is $2,090, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Brookwater, households with mortgages typically spend 16.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 15.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Brookwater is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Brookwater shows mortgage holders spending 16.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 15.5% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Brookwater consists of 95.6% detached houses, 4.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Brookwater consumes approximately 13.3% of median household income ($15,748 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Brookwater show attached dwellings contributing 76% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 24% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Brookwater's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics 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 | 67.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 88th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 79.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.0% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
Around 67.0% of people in the suburb of Brookwater are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Brookwater, 2.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
6.3% of people in the suburb of Brookwater are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.0% of the suburb of Brookwater population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.2% of people in the suburb of Brookwater have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Brookwater, 67.0% 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 744 m away and the nearest supermarket 799 m.
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 | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 45th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 744 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 799 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 801 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 846 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.6 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 are 2 long day care centres with 180 places in Brookwater, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Brookwater higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Brookwater has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 4% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Brookwater is $878 a week, +3.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Brookwater lies within the top 4% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Brookwater's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 1% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Employment conditions in Brookwater rank among the top 1% of areas assessed nationally.
Brookwater demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Brookwater features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Brookwater was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Brookwater is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Brisbane.
Brookwater's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport in Brookwater: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Brookwater has an estimated 3,713 residents, up 27.9% since the 2021 Census, with 106 projects tracked in the area around Brookwater.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 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 Brookwater.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2025. 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 (SAL30390). 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), infrastructure projects (Oct 2025) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Brookwater 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 Brookwater 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 | 2.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 25.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
