Brookwater

Brookwater lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Brookwater's population, as estimated by AreaSearch based on ABS updates and new addresses validated since Nov 2025, is around 3,480. This figure represents a growth of 578 people (19.9%) from the 2021 Census total of 2,902 residents. AreaSearch's estimation of 3,473 residents in Jun 2024, following examination of ABS ERP data and validation of new addresses, supports this growth. The population density ratio is 913 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Brookwater's growth since the Census exceeds national (8.9%) and state averages, making it a regional growth leader. Natural growth contributed approximately 37.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other factors such as overseas migration also being positive contributors.

For projections, AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia data for each SA2 area released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. 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. Projections indicate exceptional growth for Brookwater, placing it in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas with an expected increase of 1,566 persons to reach a total population of 5,046 by 2041, reflecting a 40.0% increase over the 17-year period.

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

Brookwater has recorded approximately 38 residential properties granted approval annually. Between FY21 and FY25, around 191 homes were approved, with an additional 35 approved in FY26 so far. On average, 3.2 new residents per year have been associated with each home built over the past five financial years.

This suggests that supply has lagged behind demand, potentially leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction value of new properties is $698,000, indicating a focus on the premium market. In FY26, there have been $4.8 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited commercial development focus. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Brookwater has recorded elevated construction activity, with 27.0% more approvals per person over the past five years. This has preserved reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand.

However, building activity has slowed in recent years. Nationally, construction activity in Brookwater is substantially higher, indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New development in Brookwater consists of 54.0% standalone homes and 46.0% attached dwellings, with a growing mix of townhouses and apartments providing options across different price points. This reflects a shift from the current housing mix, which is currently 96.0% houses, likely due to reduced availability of development sites and changing lifestyle demands. There are approximately 108 people per dwelling approval in Brookwater, indicating an expanding market. Looking ahead, Brookwater is expected to grow by 1,392 residents through to 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current development patterns continue, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Brookwater has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Eleven projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to influence the local area's performance. Key projects include Greater Springfield Master Planned Community, Darra to Springfield Transport Corridor, Springfield Lakes Boulevard Commercial Precinct, and Opossum Creek Parklands Upgrade. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Brookwater performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Brookwater's workforce is highly educated with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 0.4% as of June 2025.

Over the past year, employment stability has been relatively consistent based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. In June 2025, 2,008 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation was high at 79.0% compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Key employment sectors included health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety.

Notably, employment in public administration & safety was at 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing employed only 3.0% of local workers, lower than Greater Brisbane's 5.6%. The area may offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, Brookwater saw employment increase by 0.4% and labour force grow by 0.3%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point decrease in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced higher growth rates of 4.4% for employment and 4.0% for labour force, with a larger drop in unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Brookwater. Over five years, national employment is projected to expand by 6.6%, and over ten years by 13.7%. However, growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Brookwater's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, though these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

Brookwater's median taxpayer income was $82,561, with an average of $94,010, according to AreaSearch's postcode level ATO data for the financial year 2022. These figures are notably high compared to Greater Brisbane's median income of $55,645 and average income of $70,520. By September 2025, estimates based on a 13.99% Wage Price Index growth suggest the median income could be approximately $94,111 and the average $107,162. Census 2021 data ranks Brookwater's household, family, and personal incomes highly, between the 96th and 99th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that 43.9% of locals (1,527 people) fall into the $4000+ category, contrasting with the regional leading bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 at 33.3%. A substantial 65.3% of residents earn over $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. After housing costs, residents retain 86.7% of their income, reflecting robust purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Brookwater is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Brookwater's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.6% houses and 4.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 88.9% houses and 11.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Brookwater was at 19.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 66.1% and rented ones at 14.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,615, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,710. Median weekly rent in Brookwater was recorded at $565, compared to Brisbane metro's $360. Nationally, Brookwater's median monthly mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 91.7% of all households, including 58.2% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 7.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 8.3%, with lone person households at 7.4% and group households comprising 0.4%. The median household size is 3.2 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 3.0.

Brookwater demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Brookwater's educational attainment is notably higher than broader averages. 39.3% of residents aged 15+ have university qualifications, compared to 18.8% in the SA4 region and 20.6% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 24.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.5%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 32.0% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 14.0% and certificates at 18.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 35.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.8% in primary education, 11.1% in secondary education, and 6.5% pursuing tertiary education. However, educational facilities appear to be located outside Brookwater's immediate boundaries, requiring families to access schools in neighboring areas.

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

Transport analysis indicates seven active stops in Brookwater, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 32 routes, facilitating 3,150 weekly passenger trips collectively. Transport accessibility is rated moderate, with residents located an average of 529 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 450 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 450 weekly trips per individual stop.

Brookwater's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Brookwater shows exceptional health outcomes across all age groups, with very low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is notably high at approximately 64% (2,242 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 50.3%. Nationally, this figure stands at 55.3%.

Asthma and mental health issues are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 6.3 and 5.7% of residents respectively. Notably, 79.4% of residents report being free from medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 72.4%. Brookwater has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 6.8% (236 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 8.8%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Brookwater are strong and align with the general population's health profile.

Brookwater was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Brookwater's population, as of the 2016 Census, had 19.6% speaking a language other than English at home and 34.8% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, with 52.8%. Hinduism stood out at 6.3%, higher than Greater Brisbane's 3.8%.

The top ancestry groups were English (26.0%), Australian (22.5%), and Other (11.1%). Notable differences included South African (Brookwater: 1.1% vs regional: 0.5%), Polish (1.0% vs 0.5%), and Indian (5.3% vs 3.3%).

Brookwater's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Brookwater has a median age of 38, which is slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 but equal to Australia's median age of 38 years. The 45-54 age group constitutes 19.5% of Brookwater's population compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25-34 cohort makes up only 5.3%. This concentration in the 45-54 age group is significantly higher than the national figure of 12.1%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 14.7% to 16.3%, while the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 7.5% to 5.3%, and the 35-44 group has fallen from 17.3% to 15.6%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Brookwater's age structure, with the 45-54 group expected to grow by 55%, adding 372 people to reach a total of 1,051 from its current figure of 678.