Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Crestmead has an estimated 12,842 residents, up 4.7% since the 2021 Census, with 59 projects tracked in the area around Crestmead.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Crestmead lies 25 kilometres south-southeast from Brisbane CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 12,842 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 571 people (4.7%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 12,271 people. Market characteristics include an above-average renting population, strong detached house representation, a notable proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 and 5 to 14, elevated wholesale trade employment, and substantial manufacturing employment. Residents include a high proportion of children and teenagers; education levels and incomes are typically lower, with incomes at lower-quartile levels.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Crestmead lies 25 kilometres south-southeast from Brisbane CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 12,842 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 571 people (4.7%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 12,271 people. Market characteristics include an above-average renting population, strong detached house representation, a notable proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 and 5 to 14, elevated wholesale trade employment, and substantial manufacturing employment. Residents include a high proportion of children and teenagers; education levels and incomes are typically lower, with incomes at lower-quartile levels.
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Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,335 in 2006 and 12,831 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 12,842 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 17.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 38.8%.
Crestmead ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 65th for cultural diversity.
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 Crestmead is $595 a week, up 11.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 5% below Greater Brisbane.
5% below Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $356 in 2017, $620 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $290 in 2017, $430 in 2024. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $595 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +11.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $620 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +12.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Browns Plains | $609 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Browns Plains, over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Logan - Beaudesert | $591 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Logan - Beaudesert, over 12 months | +7.8% | 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 18 tracked applications: 14 approved, 0 under assessment, 4 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 59 projects in and around Crestmead, 19 of them under construction.
A master-planned industrial estate of about 157 hectares on the corner of Green Road and Clarke Road in Crestmead, Brisbane's south. Developed by Pointcorp, the nine-stage estate is planned to deliver about 650,000 square metres of warehousing, logistics, business and manufacturing space, with roughly 6,000 ongoing jobs forecast.
Queensland's first licensed commercial solar panel recycling facility. The Crestmead plant has commenced commercial operations and is capable of processing up to 240,000 end-of-life solar panels annually.
Upgrade of approximately 1.8 kilometres of Third Avenue and adjacent sections of Second and Fourth Avenues in Marsden and Berrinba by Logan City Council[cite: 1].
The project involves widening Chambers Flat Road from Park Ridge Road in Park Ridge to just south of Derby Road in Chambers Flat to accommodate future traffic demands due to residential and business growth. It aims to improve safety, reduce congestion, and enhance traffic flow.
Relocation of Loganlea station approximately 500m south of its current location to improve connectivity with the Logan Hospital, TAFE Queensland Loganlea campus, and Loganlea State High School. The project includes a new pedestrian footbridge, two new platforms with four-track capacity, a new station building, and an expanded park 'n' ride facility.
Large-scale $300M battery storage facility with 200MW capacity able to power 66,000 homes for 2 hours. Part of Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan renewable energy transformation. Strategic location in Logan growth corridor.
Boutique residential estate by Choice Homes comprising 33 residential lots at Logan Reserve. Stage 1 was registered on 16 July 2025 and the estate is substantially sold, with only a small number of lots remaining for house and land packages.
Alto Park Ridge is a boutique masterplanned residential community offering 56 home sites with a dedicated community park in Park Ridge, Queensland[cite: 1]. Developed by Orchard Property Group, the estate is situated at 52 Lindenthal Road and provides connectivity to Mount Lindesay Highway and local retail hubs[cite: 1].
A residential development featuring 40 brand-new single and double storey dwellings with 3 and 4 bedroom options, suitable for first home buyers and located centrally to amenities like shopping centres, medical facilities, public transport, schools, and major freeways.
Boutique 100-home residential community by AVID Property Group featuring completed house-and-land packages delivered by Villaworld Homes. Construction is well advanced with Stages 1 and 2 sold out and Stage 3, the final release, under development.
Small house and land subdivision by GDM Property in Crestmead delivering 35 residential lots ranging from about 375 sqm to 638 sqm. The developer lists a project completion date of November 2024 and survey plan SP348878 shows 1 into 35 lots plus a drainage lot.
The Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project is a 5.75 billion AUD upgrade of about 20 km of rail between Kuraby and Beenleigh in south-east Queensland. Works include doubling the track from two to four lines, upgrading nine stations to modern accessibility standards, removing five level crossings, and installing the European Train Control System.
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Estimated completion year of the 26 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 4, 2027 8, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 2, 2032 2. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 18 substantial development applications lodged in and around Crestmead over the past 5 years, 2 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 3, 2023 3, 2024 5, 2025 5, 2026 (to Nov) 2.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 18 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 28 | ABS building approvals | 41st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Crestmead include: Crestmead Logistics Estate (Construction); Pan Pacific Recycling Solar Panel Recycling Facility (Construction); Loganlea Station Relocation (Construction); Third Avenue Upgrade (Planning); and Avenue Heights Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Crestmead spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Energy, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Crestmead when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Crestmead area has seen 109 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Crestmead's current population of 12,842 has been supported by 28 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Crestmead has seen 2.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.1 approval in Greater Brisbane. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 234 people in the suburb of Crestmead, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Crestmead's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 28, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Crestmead has grown by approximately 468 people, while 140 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.3 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.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,842 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,927 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,271 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 571 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.66 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Crestmead was estimated to be approximately 12,842 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,831 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Crestmead has added approximately 571 people and shown a 4.65% increase from the 12,271 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Crestmead is estimated at 1,928 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Crestmead has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Crestmead is driven by: Natural increase (61.0%), Overseas migration (39.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 61.0% of overall population gains.
Crestmead hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 2% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 29 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 24.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 48.6% | 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 | 29 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 17.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Crestmead at 29 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 29 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 29 years as at August 2026, Crestmead is 7 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 9 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Crestmead compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Crestmead compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 2.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Crestmead show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 0-4 year-olds (7.8% vs 5.6%) and 5-14 year-olds (16.8% vs 12.3%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.6% vs 1.8%) and 75-84 year-olds (2.8% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 24.6% of the population in the suburb of Crestmead as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.7% of the population in the suburb of Crestmead as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 82% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $51,319 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 19th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $54,349 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,468 | 2021 Census, weekly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $687 | 2021 Census, weekly | 25th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 9.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,548 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Crestmead is approximately $54,968. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $51,319.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Crestmead is approximately $58,213. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $54,349.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Crestmead is approximately $54,968 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $51,319 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Crestmead is approximately $58,213 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $54,349 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Crestmead's households (~38.8% / 1,401 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Crestmead is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 38.8% 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 Crestmead is $1,468/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Crestmead is $1,548/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Crestmead is $687/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Crestmead is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $51,319 while the average income stands at $54,349. This contrasts to Greater Brisbane's figures of a median income of $61,668 and an average income of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $54,968 (median) and $58,213 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Crestmead is $5,117 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Crestmead's disposable income is $5,117 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Crestmead face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 8% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 8.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,800 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 12,357 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,349 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Crestmead has approximately 5,800 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 8.6%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Crestmead stands at 8.6%, which is 4.3 percentage points above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Crestmead is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.1% of employment), manufacturing (13.0%), and retail trade (12.6%). Other significant employers include construction and transport, postal & warehousing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Crestmead has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Crestmead is 65.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of Crestmead shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 13.0% of the local workforce compared to 6.4% across Greater Brisbane. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.0, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 4 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Crestmead's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Crestmead faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 8.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.5% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 50.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 36.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
8.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Crestmead have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
50.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Crestmead have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of Crestmead ranks in the 24th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Crestmead are: Certificate (32.5%), Advanced Diploma (9.2%), Bachelor Degree (6.0%).
36.4% of the population in the suburb of Crestmead is currently engaged in formal education, including 14.8% in primary school, 11.4% in secondary school, 2.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Crestmead is 959, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Crestmead, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,204 students.
The suburb of Crestmead includes 1 primary school, 1 combined school.
Crestmead features high concentrations of single parent families and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.0% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 36.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 18.6% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 22.0% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,614 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,782 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 78.5% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Crestmead had 3,614 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.6% to an estimated 3,782 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Crestmead is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 78.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.0%), group households (4.6%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 2,837 family households, couples with children account for 36.1% of all households, couples without children at home 18.6%, and single parent families 22.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Crestmead shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 78.5% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.0% 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 Crestmead have an average of 2.0 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 36.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 46.2% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 17.0% of all households in the suburb of Crestmead, 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 4.6% of households, in line with the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 29.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 21.6% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 78.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 75.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 70.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
Crestmead was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 29.5% of its population born overseas and 21.6% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Crestmead, at 43.9% of people, although more residents (46.9%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 4.6% of the population, compared to 2.0% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Crestmead are English, comprising 24.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 23.6% of the population, and Other, comprising 14.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 9.4%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maori is notably overrepresented at 4.3% of Crestmead (vs 1.1% across Greater Brisbane), Samoan at 4.1% (vs 0.9%) and New Zealand at 1.8% (vs 1.0%).
29.5% of the suburb of Crestmead population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
21.6% of the population in the suburb of Crestmead speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
4.2% of the suburb of Crestmead population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
75.6% of the suburb of Crestmead population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Crestmead is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 46.0% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,431 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 25th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.2% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Crestmead, 15.8% of homes are owned outright, 38.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 46.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.2% of dwellings in the suburb of Crestmead are houses.
In the suburb of Crestmead, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Crestmead stands at 15.8%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Crestmead is $1,431, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Crestmead is $1,244, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Crestmead, households with mortgages typically spend 22.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Crestmead is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Crestmead shows mortgage holders spending 22.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 23.8% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Crestmead consists of 96.2% detached houses, 3.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Crestmead consumes approximately 19.6% of median household income ($6,356 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Crestmead show attached dwellings contributing 41% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 59% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Crestmead is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 7th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 66.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.4% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
Around 46.7% of people in the suburb of Crestmead are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Crestmead, 7.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
10.5% of people in the suburb of Crestmead are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.4% of the suburb of Crestmead population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.8% of people in the suburb of Crestmead have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Crestmead, 46.7% 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 416 m away and the nearest school 665 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 | 30 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 30th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 416 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 665 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 675 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 702 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 731 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 947 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.7 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 5 long day care centres with 517 places in Crestmead, about 1.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Crestmead when compared nationally.
Crestmead ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Crestmead is $595 a week, +11.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
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.
Crestmead hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 2% of areas nationwide.
Income figures position the area below 82% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Crestmead face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 8% of areas assessed nationally.
Crestmead faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Crestmead features high concentrations of single parent families and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
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.
Crestmead is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
Health performance in Crestmead is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport in Crestmead: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Crestmead has an estimated 12,842 residents, up 4.7% since the 2021 Census, with 59 projects tracked in the area around Crestmead.
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 Crestmead.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing 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 (SAL30750). 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Crestmead 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 Crestmead 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 | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 6.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
