Daisy Hill (Qld)

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

As of Nov 2025, the population of the Daisy Hill (Qld) statistical area (Lv2) is estimated at around 7,439. This reflects an increase of 514 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,925. The current population estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and examination of ABS data released Jun 2024. This level of population results in a density ratio of 826 persons per square kilometer. Since the 2021 Census, Daisy Hill has seen a growth rate of 7.4%, exceeding the SA3 area's growth rate of 6.4%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 69.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. By 2041, the Daisy Hill (Qld) (SA2) is expected to increase by 769 persons, reflecting a total increase of 10.2% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Daisy Hill according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Daisy Hill shows around 13 residential properties granted approval per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 69 homes were approved, with a further 5 approved so far in FY-26. This results in an average of 5.3 new residents per year for every home built during this period.

The demand for housing significantly outpaces supply, which can put upward pressure on prices and increase competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average value of $737,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In FY-26, $3.3 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting limited commercial development focus compared to residential. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Daisy Hill has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person.

Nationally, it places among the 16th percentile of areas assessed, indicating somewhat limited buyer options while strengthening demand for established homes. This level reflects market maturity and possible development constraints. New building activity shows 83.0% standalone homes and 17.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The estimated count of 1050 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment. Looking ahead, Daisy Hill is expected to grow by 757 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 28 projects that could impact the region. Notable initiatives include Mirvac's Daisy Hill Estate development, the Daisy Hill Shopping Village Redevelopment, the Cronulla Park Master Plan, and Springwood Library and Community Hub. The following list provides details on projects most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Daisy Hill performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Daisy Hill has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 1.8%, lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 4%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.7%. As of September 2025, 4,338 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.2% below Greater Brisbane's rate. Workforce participation is 67.8%, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Leading industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.

Construction has a particularly high employment share, at 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, accommodation & food services have lower representation, at 5.7% compared to the regional average of 6.7%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data. In the past year, employment increased by 2.7%, with labour force growth at 1.9%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.7 percentage points. Greater Brisbane experienced higher employment and labour force growth but a smaller decrease in unemployment. As of 25-November, Queensland's employment contracted slightly (-0.01%), with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Daisy Hill's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Daisy Hill has a lower income level than the national average according to the latest Australian Taxation Office (ATO) data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. In Daisy Hill, the median income among taxpayers is $51,011 and the average income stands at $60,266. These figures compare to those of Greater Brisbane, which are $58,236 (median) and $72,799 (average). Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Daisy Hill would be approximately $56,066 (median) and $66,238 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Daisy Hill cluster around the 63rd percentile nationally. In terms of income distribution, the predominant cohort spans 34.8% of locals (2,588 people) with incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999. This is similar to the broader area where 33.3% of residents fall into this income bracket. After housing expenses, 85.1% of income remains for other expenses in Daisy Hill. The suburb's Socio-Economic Indexes For Areas (SEIFA) income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Daisy Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Daisy Hill, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 85.7% houses and 14.3% other dwellings. In Brisbane metro, this was 77.9% houses and 22.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Daisy Hill was 28.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 47.8% and rented at 23.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Daisy Hill was $1,842, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,638. The median weekly rent in Daisy Hill was $400, against Brisbane metro's $320. Nationally, Daisy Hill's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Daisy Hill features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 81.1% of all households, including 37.6% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 14.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 18.9%, with lone person households at 16.9% and group households comprising 2.2%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which aligns with the Greater Brisbane average.

The educational profile of Daisy Hill exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Educational attainment in Daisy Hill is notably high, with 28.9% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to the SA4 region's 16.2% and the SA3 area's 20.6%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 19.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 36.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas account for 12.2% and certificates for 24.7%. Educational participation is high, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.0% in primary education, 9.5% in secondary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis shows 31 active transport stops operating in Daisy Hill. These stops offer a mix of bus services. Six individual routes service these stops, collectively providing 483 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 236 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 69 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per stop.

The level of general health in Daisy Hill is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Daisy Hill shows superior health outcomes for both young and elderly populations, with low prevalence rates for common health conditions.

Approximately 51% of Daisy Hill residents (~3799 people) have private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (8.0%) and mental health issues (7.6%), while 71.8% report no medical ailments compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 68.5%. Daisy Hill has a senior population of 15.5%, comprising 1153 people, with seniors experiencing above-average health outcomes similar to the general population's profile.

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

Daisy Hill had a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 20.9% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 33.8% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Daisy Hill, comprising 51.3% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' category comprised 1.8% of the population, which was equal to the percentage across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English at 27.1%, Australian at 20.9%, and Other at 10.0%. This was lower than the regional average for 'Other', which stood at 17.1%. There were significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: New Zealanders made up 1.4% of Daisy Hill's population, equal to the regional percentage. Koreans comprised 1.6%, higher than the regional average of 1.1%, and Maori made up 1.5%, lower than the regional average of 2.2%.

Daisy Hill's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Daisy Hill's median age is 38, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 36 but equal to Australia's 38 years. The 35-44 age group constitutes 16.2%, compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 9.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 12.1% to 14.0%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 11.7% to 9.9%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Daisy Hill's age structure. The 45-54 group is projected to grow by 30%, reaching 1,327 from 1,019. Meanwhile, both the 0-4 and 5-14 age groups are expected to decrease in number.