Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Clayfield has an estimated 11,946 residents, up 9.6% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Clayfield.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 6.2 kilometres north-northeast from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Clayfield has an estimated population of around 11,946 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. This is an increase of 1,049 people (9.6%) since the 2021 Census, when 10,897 people were recorded. Its housing profile includes an above-average renting population, a high apartment composition and a low average household size.
Residents are somewhat younger than those in the typical Australian area, with a median age of 37, and households are largely made up of lone people and groups. Population growth is moderate.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 6.2 kilometres north-northeast from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Clayfield has an estimated population of around 11,946 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. This is an increase of 1,049 people (9.6%) since the 2021 Census, when 10,897 people were recorded. Its housing profile includes an above-average renting population, a high apartment composition and a low average household size.
Residents are somewhat younger than those in the typical Australian area, with a median age of 37, and households are largely made up of lone people and groups. Population growth is moderate.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,018 in 2006 and 11,911 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 11,946 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 19.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.1%.
Clayfield ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education and the 90th for infrastructure drivers.
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 Clayfield is $600 a week, up 7.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 4% below Greater Brisbane.
4% below Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $602 in 2017, $920 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $328 in 2017, $571 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $600 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $920 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $571 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane Inner - North | $614 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane Inner - North, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane Inner City | $628 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane Inner City, over 12 months | +9.8% | 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 247 tracked applications: 197 approved, 36 under assessment, 14 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Clayfield (3 under construction) and 96 more in the surrounding area.
A collection of 42 subtropical sky homes in Brisbane's inner north-east suburb of Albion, offering two-storey residences with three or four bedrooms.
Residential subdivision of a 5.56 hectare site at 112 Raceview Avenue, Hendra (Brisbane), with development approval for a premium residential community of around 66 to 69 lots. Lot sizes range from about 400 to 708 sqm, with new local roads, a large new park and a drainage lot.
Approved neighbourhood shopping centre redevelopment and revitalisation at 830-832 Sandgate Road and 139 Junction Road, Clayfield. The proposal, designed by Feather and Lawry Design, involves demolition of the existing single-storey building fronting Sandgate Road and construction of a new 1,659 square metre three-storey signature building with rooftop deck…
Four-storey residential building featuring five three-bedroom dwellings with private courtyards, new driveway access with 6.0m wide access, 12 car spaces including visitor parking, 9 bicycle spaces, and 85 square metres of landscaped green spaces with deep planting (11.2% of site) to provide modern housing in a walkable urban setting.
Proposed boutique residential development comprising seven apartments on a 1,176sqm site zoned for low-medium density residential use. The development includes two 1-bedroom platinum units, one 1-bedroom general unit, three 2-bedroom general units, and one 3-bedroom general unit.
Premium residential development featuring luxury apartments with river and city views. High-end finishes and resort-style amenities including pool, gym, and rooftop terrace. Located in the heart of Hamilton's prestigious riverside precinct.
14-level commercial office tower (14,307sqm) designed by Cox Architecture. Final component of Hamilton Harbour development with ground floor retail, rooftop terrace, 170 car parks. Pre-leased to CIMIC Group companies.
Mixed-use development at the corner of Danby Lane, Buckland Road and Sandgate Road in Nundah Village, comprising a 12-storey tower of 93 apartments (one to four bedrooms) above ground-floor retail and first-floor commercial space.
A major transit-oriented mixed-use development on the former Albion Flour Mill site. The project features two residential towers of 18 to 20 storeys containing 456 build-to-rent apartments. The ground level includes 4,228 sqm of retail space, anchored by a full-line Woolworths supermarket, BWS, and specialty retail tenancies.
Market Central Lutwyche is a neighbourhood shopping centre on Lutwyche Road in Brisbane's inner north, anchored by Coles, Woolworths and ALDI. The centre was acquired by a fund managed by HMC Capital, formerly HomeCo, in 2024 for about $119 million.
12-storey mixed-use project in Nundah Village delivering 84 apartments above ground floor retail with resident amenities including pool deck, gym, function room and rooftop terrace. Construction commenced in Feb 2025 with completion targeted for early 2027.
A $300 million masterplanned community by Cedar Woods in Wooloowin, 5km from Brisbane CBD, on the former Holy Cross Laundry site (3.5ha). Features three-bedroom townhomes and over 200 apartments across three buildings (with the first building, 'Vera', having reached its topping out milestone), restored heritage residences in the 1800s laundry building, a…
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Estimated completion year of the 42 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 11, 2027 13, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 3, 2031 2, 2032 1, 2033 1, 2034 1, 2035 1, 2036 1. 29 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 247 substantial development applications lodged in and around Clayfield over the past 5 years, 52 in the last 12 months; 36 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 7, 2022 42, 2023 42, 2024 38, 2025 84, 2026 (to Oct) 34.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 247 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 52 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 23 | ABS building approvals | 35th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 197 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 36 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Clayfield include: Clayfield Residential Development Program (Construction); The Albion - Hudson Road Mixed-Use Development (Approved); Greville (Construction); Northshore Brisbane Street Renewal Program (Construction); and Nouveau Albion (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Clayfield spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
The suburb of Clayfield ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Clayfield when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Clayfield area has seen 55 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Clayfield's current population of 11,946 has been supported by 23 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Clayfield's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 23, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Clayfield has grown by approximately 690 people, while 115 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 6.0 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Clayfield reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,946 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 4,270 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,897 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,049 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.80 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Clayfield was estimated to be approximately 11,946 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,911 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Clayfield has added approximately 1,049 people and shown a 9.63% increase from the 10,897 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Clayfield is estimated at 4,266 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Clayfield has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Clayfield is driven by: Overseas migration (84.0%), Natural increase (16.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 84.0% of overall population gains.
Clayfield's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 58.6% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 19.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Clayfield at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Clayfield is comparable to the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Clayfield compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 19.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Clayfield compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 10.4% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Clayfield is broadly in line with Greater Brisbane.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.3% of the population in the suburb of Clayfield as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.7% of the population in the suburb of Clayfield as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 79% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $74,099 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 91st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $118,093 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,948 | 2021 Census, weekly | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,102 | 2021 Census, weekly | 85th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 30.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,842 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Clayfield is approximately $79,367. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $74,099.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Clayfield is approximately $126,489. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $118,093.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Clayfield is approximately $79,367 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $74,099 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Clayfield is approximately $126,489 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $118,093 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Clayfield's households (~31.1% / 1,469 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Clayfield is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.1% 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 Clayfield is $1,948/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Clayfield is $2,842/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Clayfield is $1,102/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Clayfield's median income among taxpayers is $74,099, with an average of $118,093. 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 $79,367 (median) and $126,489 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Clayfield is $7,153 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Clayfield's disposable income is $7,153 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Clayfield demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,441 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,330 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,767 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Clayfield has approximately 7,441 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Clayfield stands at 4.2%, which is broadly in line with Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Clayfield is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.4% of employment), professional & technical (14.2%), and retail trade (7.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Clayfield 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 Clayfield is 75.9%, 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 Clayfield shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 14.2% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Clayfield's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Clayfield 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 | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 48.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 13.7% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 27.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
48.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Clayfield have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
27.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Clayfield have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of Clayfield ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Clayfield are: Bachelor Degree (31.8%), Certificate (13.7%), Postgraduate (11.7%).
29.9% of the population in the suburb of Clayfield is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.0% in primary school, 6.9% in secondary school, 9.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Clayfield is 1149, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the suburb of Clayfield, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,063 students.
The suburb of Clayfield includes 2 primary schools, 2 combined schools.
Clayfield features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 38.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,723 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,178 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 56.2% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.2 per family | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Clayfield had 4,723 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.6% to an estimated 5,178 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Clayfield is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 56.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (38.2%), group households (5.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,654 family households, couples with children account for 23.4% of all households, couples without children at home 23.4%, and single parent families 8.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Clayfield shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 38.2% (versus 23.6% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 56.2% compared to 71.7% in Greater Brisbane. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Clayfield have an average of 1.2 children, slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 39.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 44.0% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 38.2% of all households in the suburb of Clayfield, higher 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 5.6% of households, slightly above the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Clayfield 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 | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 82.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 83.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 72.2% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Clayfield was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 27.8% of its population born overseas and 18.0% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Clayfield was found to be Christianity, which makes up 51.1% of people in Clayfield. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 5.7% 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 Clayfield are English, comprising 26.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 20.8% of the population, and Irish, comprising 11.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 9.1% of Clayfield (vs 7.4% across Greater Brisbane), French at 0.6% (vs 0.5%) and Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).
27.8% of the suburb of Clayfield population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
18.0% of the population in the suburb of Clayfield speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.0% of the suburb of Clayfield population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
83.7% of the suburb of Clayfield population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Clayfield features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 43.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 25.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 51.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Clayfield, 25.0% of homes are owned outright, 31.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 43.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 37.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Clayfield are houses.
In the suburb of Clayfield, 51.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Clayfield stands at 25.0%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Clayfield is $2,000, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Clayfield is $1,288, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Clayfield, households with mortgages typically spend 23.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Clayfield is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Clayfield shows mortgage holders spending 23.7% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 18.0% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Clayfield consists of 37.8% detached houses, 10.6% semi-detached dwellings, 51.4% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Clayfield consumes approximately 15.3% of median household income ($8,435 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Clayfield show attached dwellings contributing 46% of approvals compared to 62% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 54% of applications versus 38% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Clayfield's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 72.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.7% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
Around 72.5% of people in the suburb of Clayfield are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Clayfield, 3.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
7.4% of people in the suburb of Clayfield are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.6% of the suburb of Clayfield population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.9% of people in the suburb of Clayfield have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Clayfield, 72.5% 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 289 m away and the nearest GP 346 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 | 83 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 289 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 346 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 404 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 433 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 494 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 509 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 628 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 850 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.9 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 6 long day care centres with 595 places in Clayfield, about 0.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Clayfield when compared nationally.
Clayfield has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Clayfield is $600 a week, +7.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Clayfield reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Clayfield's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 79% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The labour market in Clayfield demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
Clayfield demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Clayfield features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Clayfield was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Clayfield features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
Clayfield's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in Clayfield: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Clayfield has an estimated 11,946 residents, up 9.6% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Clayfield.
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 Clayfield.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. 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 (SAL30617). 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 2026) 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 Clayfield 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 Clayfield 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 | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 26.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
