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

As of November 2025, Crestmead's population is estimated at around 12,539. This reflects an increase since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 12,271 people. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and ABS ERP data released in June 2024, showing a resident population of 12,392. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,882 persons per square kilometer, above the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 61.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in Crestmead.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections lack age category splits; thus AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth is anticipated for Crestmead's statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch. By 2041, the suburb is expected to increase by 403 persons based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total gain of 5.0% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Crestmead experienced around 16 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling approximately 83 homes. As of FY26, one approval has been recorded. The average new resident count per year for every home built between FY21 and FY25 is 5.3. Commercial approvals registered this financial year amount to $40.7 million.

Compared to Greater Brisbane, Crestmead's building activity is 92% below the regional average per person. Recent construction comprises 94% detached houses and 6% attached dwellings. The area has approximately 651 people per dwelling approval. AreaSearch estimates Crestmead will grow by 631 residents by 2041. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, suggesting steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Looking ahead, Crestmead is expected to grow by 631 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Present construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

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

The performance of a region is significantly impacted by changes in its local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 12 such projects that are expected to influence the area. Notable among these are Logan Hospital Expansion, Crestmead Logistics Estate, Avenue Heights Estate, and Logan Motorway Upgrade (Gateway Motorway to Murtha Road). The following list outlines those projects likely to be most relevant.

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Crestmead shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Crestmead's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominent. The unemployment rate was 7.1% in June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 5.9% over the past year.

There are 6,133 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 3.0% higher than Greater Brisbane's 4.1%. Workforce participation is lower at 58.5%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing shows strong specialization, with an employment share double the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services have lower representation at 2.4% versus the regional average of 8.9%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work. Over June 2024 to June 2025, employment increased by 5.9%, while labour force grew by 4.9%, reducing unemployment by 0.9 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Crestmead's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022, Crestmead's median income among taxpayers is $46,171. The average income was $48,194 in the same period. This places Crestmead lower than the national average. In Greater Brisbane, the median income was $55,645 with an average of $70,520 during this time. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Crestmead would be approximately $52,630 (median) and $54,936 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Crestmead rank modestly, between the 25th and 33rd percentiles. Income distribution reveals that 38.8% of the population (4,865 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to surrounding regions where 33.3% occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Crestmead, with only 80.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 29th percentile.

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

The latest Census in Crestmead showed that 96.2% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 3.8% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This is compared to Brisbane metro's figures of 89.2% houses and 10.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Crestmead was at 15.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 38.2% and rented ones at 46.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Crestmead was $1,431, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,600. The median weekly rent in Crestmead was $350, compared to Brisbane metro's $360. Nationally, Crestmead's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than 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 account for 78.5% of all households, including 36.1% couples with children, 18.6% couples without children, and 22.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 21.5%, with lone person households at 17.0% and group households comprising 4.6%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 3.0.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 8.0%, considerably lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 6.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 9.2% and certificates at 32.5%. Educational participation is high, with 36.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 14.8% in primary, 11.4% in secondary, and 2.7% in tertiary education. Crestmead State School and St Francis College serve a total of 2,204 students. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 959) with balanced educational opportunities. There is one primary and one K-12 school. As an education hub, the area offers 17.6 school places per 100 residents, higher than the regional average of 11.6, attracting students from nearby communities.

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

The analysis of public transport in Crestmead shows that there are currently 33 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes. There are 5 individual routes that collectively provide 518 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of these transport services is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 262 meters from their nearest stop. On average, there are 74 trips per day across all routes, which equates to around 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Crestmead is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Crestmead faces significant health challenges with common health conditions being somewhat prevalent across all age groups, but to a higher degree among older residents. Approximately 46% of Crestmead's total population (~5,805 people) has private health cover, compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 10.5% and 9.9% of residents respectively. Conversely, 66.7% of Crestmead residents claim to be completely free of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 10.0% (1,253 people), compared to the 12.2% in Greater Brisbane. However, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those of the broader population.

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

Crestmead's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 29.5% born overseas and 21.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the dominant religion in Crestmead, accounting for 43.9%. Islam was overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane, comprising 4.6% vs 5.8%.

The top ancestry groups were English (24.5%), Australian (23.6%), and Other (14.9%). Notable divergences included Maori at 4.3%, Samoan at 4.1%, and New Zealand at 1.8%, all higher than regional averages.

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

Crestmead has a median age of 29, which is below Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and significantly younger than Australia's median of 38. The age profile indicates that those aged 5-14 are particularly prominent at 17.7%, while the 75-84 group is comparatively smaller at 3.0% compared to Greater Brisbane. This concentration of 5-14 year-olds is well above the national figure of 12.2%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 15.2% to 16.5%, while the 5 to 14 cohort has decreased from 18.8% to 17.7%. By 2041, Crestmead is expected to see significant shifts in its age composition. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to grow exceptionally by 384 people (102%), from 376 to 761. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 55% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Conversely, both 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.