Cashmere

An assessment of population growth drivers in Cashmere reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Cashmere's population is estimated at around 5,189 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 219 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,970. AreaSearch estimates the resident population at 5,128 following examination of ABS's June 2024 ERP data release and validation of one new address since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 149 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Cashmere has shown resilient growth with a compound annual growth rate of 1.7%, outpacing its SA3 area. Natural growth contributed approximately 59.0% to overall population gains recently, with overseas and interstate migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts 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 from 2023 based on 2021 data are used, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts where necessary. Future population dynamics anticipate a significant increase in the top quartile of national statistical areas, with Cashmere expected to expand by 1,315 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 29.0% over 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Cashmere recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Cashmere has averaged approximately six new dwelling approvals annually. Between financial years 2021 (FY-21) and 2025 (FY-25), around 33 homes were approved, with an additional 15 approved in FY-26 to date. Each year, on average, 11.1 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built over the past five financial years (FY-21 to FY-25).

This significant demand outpaces supply, typically exerting upward pressure on prices and intensifying competition among buyers. New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $345,000. In FY-26, $26,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating a predominantly residential focus. Comparatively, Cashmere has recorded substantially lower building activity than Greater Brisbane, with levels 70.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction often reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings.

However, development activity has shown recent increases. Nationally, Cashmere's development activity is also lower, suggesting market maturity and possible development constraints. New development in Cashmere consists of 86.0% detached houses and 14.0% medium to high-density housing, maintaining the area's low-density character while attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 591 people, reflecting its quiet, low-activity development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Cashmere is projected to gain 1,505 residents by 2041. If current development rates persist, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Eleven projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly. These include Winn Road Resurfacing and Kremzow Road Rehabilitation, Palmer Road Rural Residential Subdivision, Mayfair Joyner, and Moreton Bay Regional Council Planning Scheme. The following list details those projected to have the most relevance.

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Cashmere ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Cashmere has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, while estimated employment growth over the past year is 4.7%.

As of September 2025, there are 3,418 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation stands at 74.1%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Construction employment levels are particularly notable, at 1.4 times the regional average.

Conversely, accommodation & food services show lower representation at 5.0% versus the regional average of 6.7%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census working population to local population counts. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.7%, while labour force increased by 5.2%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.8% with a fall in unemployment of 0.5 percentage points during the same period. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows Queensland employment contracted by 0.01%, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Cashmere's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

Cashmere suburb's median income among taxpayers is $66,269 in financial year 2023. Average income stands at $76,174 during this period. Comparing these figures with Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799 shows Cashmere's incomes are higher nationally. By September 2025, estimated median income is approximately $72,836, and average income is around $83,723, based on a 9.91% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes rank at the 96th percentile ($2,950 weekly) in Cashmere. Income distribution shows that 32.1% of residents (1,665 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, mirroring regional levels where 33.3% occupy this bracket. Cashmere demonstrates affluence with 48.8% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retain 88.1% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Cashmere is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Cashmere's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 98.8% houses and 1.2% other dwellings. In Brisbane metro, this was 92.2% houses and 7.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cashmere stood at 30.8%, similar to Brisbane metro's level. Dwellings were either mortgaged (63.5%) or rented (5.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,200, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $2,080 and the national average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Cashmere was $500, compared to Brisbane metro's $440 and the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 92.9% of all households, including 55.2% couples with children, 30.1% couples without children, and 6.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 7.1%, with lone person households at 6.2% and group households making up 1.5%. The median household size is 3.2 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.9.

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

University qualification levels in Cashmere are 27.6%, slightly below the SA3 area average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Vocational credentials are held by 39.7% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 14.1% and certificates at 25.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 31.4% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes secondary education (11.4%), primary education (10.5%), and tertiary education (4.9%).

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

Cashmere has two operational public transport stops, both serving buses. These stops are covered by one route in total, offering 90 weekly passenger trips combined. Transport access is considered limited, with residents situated an average of 1492 meters from the nearest stop.

The service frequency averages 12 trips per day across all routes, translating to roughly 45 weekly trips per individual stop.

Cashmere's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Cashmere's health metrics indicate robust performance across all age groups, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is high at approximately 57%, covering about 2,977 people, compared to Greater Brisbane's 60.6%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 8.6% and 7.7% of residents respectively. Around 71.8% of residents report having no medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 69.9%. Cashmere has 13.3% of its population aged 65 and over (690 people), lower than Greater Brisbane's 16.2%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Cashmere are particularly strong, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

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

Cashmere's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 80.1% of its population born in Australia and 93.9% being citizens. English was spoken exclusively at home by 94.9%. Christianity was the dominant religion in Cashmere, comprising 56.9%, compared to 52.9% across Greater Brisbane.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English (33.0%), Australian (28.0%), and Scottish (8.8%). Notably, South African ancestry was overrepresented at 1.5% in Cashmere versus 1.0% regionally, as were New Zealanders at 1.2% compared to 1.0%, and Dutch individuals at 1.7% against 1.5%.

Cashmere's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Cashmere is 40 years, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and slightly exceeds the national average of 38 years. Comparing with Greater Brisbane, the 45-54 age cohort is notably over-represented in Cashmere at 18.2%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 6.6%. The concentration of the 45-54 age group is well above the national average of 12.1%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 65 to 74 age group has grown from 7.7% to 9.3%, while the 25 to 34 age cohort has declined from 8.3% to 6.6%, and the 5 to 14 age group has dropped from 15.7% to 14.6%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Cashmere, with the 45 to 54 age group expected to grow by 37% (adding 346 people), reaching a total of 1,291 from the current figure of 944. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow at a more modest rate of 2%, with an increase of just 6 residents.