Crestmead

Crestmead is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region combined with new address validations by AreaSearch since the Census indicates the population of the suburb of Crestmead stands at approximately 12,841 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 570 people (4.6%) from the 12,271 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This variation is derived from an estimated resident population of 12,838 calculated by AreaSearch, which evaluated the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 117 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size translates to a density of 1,928 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure across national locations monitored by AreaSearch. Recent population expansion in the suburb of Crestmead was mostly fueled by natural increase, which made up roughly 61.0% of the overall population gains.

AreaSearch utilizes the ABS and Geoscience Australia demographic forecasts for each SA2 district published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. Where these figures are unavailable, or for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are substituted. Since these state-level forecasts omit age distributions, AreaSearch distributes growth across age brackets using proportional weights from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Based on these projected demographic trends, the suburb of Crestmead is expected to experience growth in the lower quartile of statistical areas tracked by AreaSearch, with projections indicating an increase of 210 residents to 2041, representing a total rise of 1.6% over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Crestmead when compared nationally

AreaSearch evaluations of building approvals from the ABS, distributed from broader statistical areas, show that the suburb of Crestmead has averaged approximately 20 new dwelling approvals annually, summing to an estimated 104 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. During FY-26 so far, 56 approvals have been logged. With an average of 4.6 additional residents per year for each completed dwelling during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, new supply is falling short of demand. This imbalance typically intensifies buyer competition and drives upward pressure on prices, with new homes built at an average value of $324,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals worth $21.8 million have been registered in the current financial year, pointing to a moderate level of business development.

Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Crestmead exhibits considerably lower construction volume, running 90.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited addition of new housing stock generally supports demand and valuations for existing properties, even though construction pace has quickened lately. This volume is also below the national average, highlighting the mature nature of the locality and pointing to possible planning constraints. Detached houses constitute 95.0% of recent builds, while attached dwellings make up 5.0%, preserving the low-density suburban character of the area with family-focused residences. The suburb of Crestmead has approximately 427 residents for every dwelling approval, reflecting its established character.

Looking forward, the population of the suburb of Crestmead is projected to rise by 207 people through to 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Considering current building trends, the supply of new housing is expected to comfortably accommodate this demand, providing favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling growth beyond current forecasts.

Crestmead has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning schemes, and major developments are primary drivers of real estate market dynamics. AreaSearch has identified 11 projects likely to influence the local area. Significant initiatives include the Crestmead Logistics Estate, Avenue Heights Estate, the Logan Motorway Upgrade from Gateway Motorway to Murtha Road, and the Third Avenue Upgrade, with detailed information on the most relevant projects provided below.

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Employment conditions in Crestmead face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

The suburb of Crestmead has a diverse workforce distributed across white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a notable concentration in industrial and manufacturing sectors, and an unemployment rate of 8.6% according to aggregated AreaSearch statistical data. As of March 2026, 5,803 locals are employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 4.3% higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, pointing to potential for labor market improvement. Workforce participation is also lower than the regional benchmark, sitting at 65.8% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. According to Census responses, a minor 6.9% of residents worked from home, although this figure may be influenced by lockdown conditions during the pandemic.

The primary sectors employing residents are health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. The local workforce is highly concentrated in manufacturing, which has an employment share 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services have a minor footprint, accounting for just 2.4% of local employment compared to 8.9% across the region. Although local jobs are available, a high proportion of residents travel outside the suburb of Crestmead for work, based on the ratio of Census employed residents to local jobs.

According to an AreaSearch evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from larger statistical regions, the twelve-month period ending March 2026 saw a 2.5% reduction in the labour force alongside a 3.6% drop in employment, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 1.0 percentage points. This outcome stands in opposition to Greater Brisbane, where employment climbed by 3.2%, the labour force increased by 3.4%, and unemployment grew by only 0.1 percentage points. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide additional context regarding anticipated job demand in Crestmead. These outlooks span five and ten year intervals and have been overlaid with the local employment composition to project expansion trends. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, though expansion varies considerably across different industries. When these sector-specific estimates are applied to Crestmead’s current employment structure, the area is expected to see a 5.7% rise in employment over five years and a 12.3% increase over ten years, though this calculation is a basic weighted extrapolation meant for illustration and excludes local population forecasts.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

The latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023 indicate that incomes in the suburb of Crestmead are below the national average, with a median of $46,171 and an average of $48,193. By comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded a median income of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. Adjusting these values for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $51,416 for the median and $53,668 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Crestmead are modest, placing between the 25th and 33rd percentiles. The largest income bracket contains 38.8% of residents (4,982 individuals) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the 33.3% representation for this bracket regionally. Affordability constraints are significant, with residents retaining only 80.4% of their income, which ranks in the 29th percentile.

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

Residential structures in the suburb of Crestmead at the time of the latest Census consisted of 96.2% separate houses and 3.8% other options such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Brisbane metropolitan split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb of Crestmead was lower than the metropolitan average at 15.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (38.2%) or renting (46.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was $1,431, which is below the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, while median weekly rent was $350 compared to the regional median of $380. Compared to the national benchmarks, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Crestmead are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households represent the bulk of the community at 78.5% of all dwellings, consisting of couples with children at 36.1%, couples without children at 18.6%, and single-parent households at 22.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.5%, with single-person households at 17.0% and group households representing 4.6% of the total. The median household size of 3.1 residents is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Crestmead faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

Educational attainment in the area presents development opportunities, with university graduation rates at 8.0%, which is below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees account for the largest share at 6.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 1.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.0%. Vocational qualifications are common, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding trade or technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.2% and certificates at 32.5%.

Enrolment rates are high, with 36.4% of residents actively participating in formal study. This student population includes 14.8% in primary schools, 11.4% in secondary schools, and 2.7% in higher education.

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

Public transport options in the suburb of Crestmead include 33 active bus stops serviced by 5 distinct routes, which combine to support 514 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is favorable, with residents living an average of 261 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, 92% of working residents commute by car. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.5 cars per dwelling. A low 6.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which was potentially affected by COVID-19 restrictions.

Services average 73 daily trips across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 15 weekly trips at each transport stop.

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

AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and chronic health issues shows significant health challenges in the suburb of Crestmead affecting multiple age demographics. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 46% of the population (~5,945 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent issues, affecting 10.5% and 9.9% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 66.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The working-age cohort experiences elevated rates of chronic illnesses. Residents aged 65 and over make up 10.1% of the population (1,296 individuals), below the Greater Brisbane proportion of 15.1%. Senior health measures present challenges, with national percentiles matching the broader population patterns.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Crestmead was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

The suburb of Crestmead shows higher levels of multicultural diversity than most analyzed markets, with 29.5% of residents born outside Australia and 21.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.9% of the local population. Islam represents a notable local concentration at 4.6% of residents, compared to 2.0% across Greater Brisbane.

Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parent birthplaces, the leading ancestries in the suburb of Crestmead are English at 24.5%, Australian at 23.6%, and Other at 14.9%, which is higher than the regional average of 9.4%. Other distinct cultural demographics include residents of Maori descent at 4.3% (compared to 1.1% regionally), Samoan ancestry at 4.1% (compared to 0.9%), and New Zealand origins at 1.8% (compared to 1.0%).

Crestmead hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

With a median age of 29, the suburb of Crestmead is younger than Greater Brisbane's median of 36 and the Australian median of 38. The age distribution features a high proportion of children aged 5 - 14 at 17.1%, whereas the 75 - 84 cohort is smaller at 3.0% compared to Greater Brisbane. The 5 - 14 demographic is also above the national rate of 12.0%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 15.2% to 17.2%, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 18.8% to 17.1%. By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate shifts, with the 75 to 84 age group projected to expand by 288 people (75%) from 385 to 674. Residents aged 65+ are expected to contribute 60% of the overall population growth, illustrating an aging profile, while the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 groups are projected to contract.