Eagleby

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

Eagleby's population, as of November 2025, is estimated at around 15,122 people. This reflects an increase since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,594 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 14,343 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 350 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,094 persons per square kilometer. Eagleby's growth rate of 11.2% since the 2021 census exceeded both national (9.7%) and state averages, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 62.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. 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 do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections are applied where utilised. Future population trends suggest an increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation, with the Eagleby SA2 expected to increase by 1,392 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 4.0% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Eagleby had around 50 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 251 homes. As of FY-26, 35 approvals have been recorded. On average, each new dwelling has accommodated 1.2 residents annually between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating balanced supply and demand with stable market conditions. However, this figure increased to 5 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting growing popularity and potential supply constraints in the area. The average construction cost of new properties is $294,000.

This year has seen $2.5 million in commercial approvals, reflecting Eagleby's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Eagleby has significantly less development activity, 66.0% below the regional average per person, which typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. Nationally, this is also below average, suggesting maturity and possible planning constraints. New developments consist of 86.0% detached dwellings and 14.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining Eagleby's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suitable for buyers seeking space. The area has approximately 243 people per dwelling approval, indicating room for growth.

Future projections estimate Eagleby will add 613 residents by 2041, with current construction levels expected to meet demand adequately and create favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth beyond current forecasts.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 21 projects that may impact the area. Notable ones include Halcyon Edgebrook, Cowper Avenue Catchment Master Drainage Project, Beenleigh Community Hub, and Beenleigh Marketplace Enhancement. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment drivers in Eagleby are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Eagleby has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, notably in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Its unemployment rate is 6.6%, with an estimated employment growth of 5.7% over the past year.

As of September 2025, there are 5,898 employed residents, but the unemployment rate is higher than Greater Brisbane's at 4.0%. Workforce participation in Eagleby lags behind Greater Brisbane at 46.7%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and construction, with manufacturing particularly notable at 1.9 times the regional average. Professional & technical employment is limited at 2.9%, compared to 8.9% regionally.

The area may have limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparisons. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 5.7% while labour force grew by 2.2%, reducing unemployment by 3.0 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.8%, labour force grow by 3.3%, and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points. Statewide in Queensland, employment contracted slightly by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs) as of 25-Nov, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Eagleby's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

Eagleby's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2023 was $41,414. The average income stood at $46,300 during the same period. In comparison, Greater Brisbane had a median income of $58,236 and an average income of $72,799. By September 2025, estimates suggest Eagleby's median income will be approximately $45,518 and the average income around $50,888, based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91%. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Eagleby fall between the 6th and 10th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket in Eagleby comprises 33.2% earning $800 - $1,499 weekly, with 5,020 residents falling into this category. This differs from broader area patterns where the dominant bracket is $1,500 - $2,999 at 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Eagleby, with only 79.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 6th percentile nationally.

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

The dwelling structure in Eagleby, as per the latest Census, consisted of 75.6% houses and 24.4% other dwellings. In comparison, Brisbane metro had 78.9% houses and 21.1% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Eagleby was 29.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 23.4% and rented ones at 47.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,300, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,560. The median weekly rent figure was $320, compared to Brisbane metro's $340. Nationally, Eagleby's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Eagleby features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 64.5% of all households, including 20.1% couples with children, 25.4% couples without children, and 17.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.5%, with lone person households at 31.0% and group households comprising 4.5%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 10.9%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.9%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (31.6%). Educational participation is high, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.2% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 2.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Analysis of public transportation in Eagleby indicates that there are currently 48 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops service a mix of bus routes, with a total of 5 individual routes providing weekly passenger trips amounting to 304. The accessibility of these services is rated as good, with residents generally located an average distance of 213 meters from their nearest transport stop.

Across all routes, the service frequency averages approximately 43 trips per day, which equates to around 6 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Eagleby faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. Private health cover is low at approximately 46%, covering around 6888 people, compared to Greater Brisbane's 50.2% and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.4%) and mental health issues (11.0%).

However, 57.1% report no medical ailments, lower than Greater Brisbane's 63.1%. Eagleby has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 22.5%, or 3402 people, compared to Greater Brisbane's 16.1%. Health outcomes among seniors are challenging but generally align with the overall population's health profile.

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

Eagleby, surveyed in June 2021, had a higher linguistic diversity than most local areas, with 13.7% of residents speaking languages other than English at home. Born overseas, 28.7% of Eagleby's population was recorded in August 2020. Christianity dominated religious affiliation, comprising 46.9% as of June 2021.

Notably, the 'Other' religious category represented 1.5% of Eagleby's population compared to 1.4% across Greater Brisbane. In ancestry (parental country of birth), English was the largest group at 28.6%, followed by Australian at 24.5%, and Other at 9.9%. Ethnic groups with notable representation in Eagleby included Maori at 4.0% compared to 3.0% regionally, New Zealanders at 1.7%, and Samoans at 1.3% versus 1.1%.

Eagleby's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Eagleby's median age at 37 years is nearly equal to Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years, and close to Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Eagleby has a higher percentage of residents aged 75-84 (10.2%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (13.1%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the proportion of residents aged 75-84 has increased from 8.9% to 10.2%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 65-74 has decreased from 10.8% to 9.4%, and the percentage of residents aged 25-34 has dropped from 14.3% to 13.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Eagleby's age profile. The 85+ cohort is expected to grow by 153%, adding 672 residents to reach a total of 1,111. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 74% of population growth, emphasizing demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 0-4 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.