Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
East Brisbane has an estimated 7,015 residents, up 13.4% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in East Brisbane.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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East Brisbane sits 2.8 kilometres southeast of the Brisbane CBD. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of East Brisbane's population is estimated at around 7,015, a figure built from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. That represents an increase of 829 people (13.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 6,186 people. Growth is supported by young professionals, while the area also shows above average population density and growth drivers, along with high development activity, strong population drivers and a clear trend toward high density living.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers, and young adults largely living in group households. In terms of population growth, the suburb shows moderate expansion patterns.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
East Brisbane sits 2.8 kilometres southeast of the Brisbane CBD. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of East Brisbane's population is estimated at around 7,015, a figure built from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. That represents an increase of 829 people (13.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 6,186 people. Growth is supported by young professionals, while the area also shows above average population density and growth drivers, along with high development activity, strong population drivers and a clear trend toward high density living.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers, and young adults largely living in group households. In terms of population growth, the suburb shows moderate expansion patterns.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,528 in 2006 and 6,921 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,015 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 28.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.2%.
East Brisbane ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 94th for education.
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 East Brisbane is $620 a week, up 9.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $584 in 2017, $837 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $332 in 2017, $652 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $620 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $837 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $652 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +7.9% | 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 206 tracked applications: 161 approved, 28 under assessment, 17 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 10 projects in East Brisbane (3 under construction) and 156 more in the surrounding area.
A proposed 17,000-seat indoor arena on the former GoPrint site at Woolloongabba, Brisbane, forming part of a wider entertainment and housing precinct beside the Cross River Rail station. The arena was removed from the publicly funded 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games venue program and is now being delivered through market-led procurement.
Heritage-listed East Brisbane State School (est. 1899) will remain at its current Wellington Road site following the Crisafulli Government's 2032 Delivery Plan, which cancelled the previous Labor Government's relocation proposal tied to the now-abandoned Gabba stadium rebuild.
New social housing development by the Queensland Government providing 78 self-contained homes across two buildings on Wellington Road and Kennedy Terrace, East Brisbane. The 9-storey Wellington Road building is designed for families, offering studio, 2- and 3-bedroom homes with communal spaces on each level.
A luxury residential tower in Kangaroo Point featuring 125 two- and three-bedroom apartments and sky homes across 22 levels. Designed with elegant architecture, it offers panoramic views of the Brisbane River and city skyline, expansive balconies, and premium amenities including a state-of-the-art gymnasium, golf simulator, rooftop pool, spa, sauna, cold…
Architecturally designed by Altis, Eighteen Park is a boutique collection of 28 exclusive riverside residences with a curvilinear facade overlooking Mowbray Park and the Brisbane River. Features a rooftop infinity pool, wellness centre, sauna, yoga deck and covered entertainment spaces.
Ten-storey mixed-use apartment project (Banksii) delivering 72 dwellings with rooftop recreation (pool, BBQ, dining), a ground-floor gym and a small retail tenancy, plus a landscaped pedestrian laneway linking Wellington Road to Manilla Street opposite Raymond Park.
A luxury boutique residential development by Mosaic Property Group featuring 20 high-end apartments. The project is designed to integrate with the riverside character of East Brisbane, offering spacious floor plans and premium amenities focused on owner-occupiers.
Woolloongabba station is an underground station on the Cross River Rail line in Brisbane, built beneath Main Street between Vulture and Stanley streets at Woolloongabba's major intersection. The station is part of the 10.2 km Cross River Rail project and will serve the Gabba stadium and the 2032 Olympic precinct.
Mediterranean-inspired residential project by Sarazin featuring 187 apartments across 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom layouts. Designed by Rothelowman with a stepped tower form and a rooftop infinity pool, wellness amenities (spa, sauna, gym, magnesium plunge pools), and three ground-floor retail tenancies. Construction is underway with Hutchinson Builders.
The $761 million Princess Alexandra Hospital Expansion delivers substantial acute care capacity through the construction of a multi-storey vertical Clinical Services Building directly above the hospital's operating Emergency Department.
A 16-level boutique luxury hotel redevelopment of the existing Il Mondo Hotel site in Kangaroo Point. Designed by Plus Architecture, the 15,500 sqm development will feature 179 guest rooms, wellness facilities, a rooftop infinity pool, and conference spaces.
A $2.5 billion mixed-use precinct transformation of the Eagle Street Pier and Waterfront Place area. The development includes two premium-grade office towers (49 and 43 levels), approximately 120,000 sqm of office space, and a revitalised riverfront retail dining hub.
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Estimated completion year of the 100 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 22, 2027 23, 2028 24, 2029 10, 2030 6, 2031 4, 2032 6, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 21 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 206 substantial development applications lodged in and around East Brisbane over the past 5 years, 36 in the last 12 months; 28 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 8, 2022 42, 2023 36, 2024 35, 2025 58, 2026 (to Oct) 27.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 206 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 36 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 11.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 72 | ABS building approvals | 71st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 161 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 28 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of East Brisbane include: Cross River Rail - Woolloongabba Station (Construction); Silk Lane Development (Construction); The Carter by Mosaic (Construction); Brisbane Arena (Gabba Entertainment and Housing Precinct) (Under Assessment); and Social Housing Development - Wellington Road East Brisbane (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of East Brisbane spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
The suburb of East Brisbane ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions East Brisbane among the top 20% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of East Brisbane area has seen 254 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of East Brisbane's current population of 7,015 has been supported by 72 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of East Brisbane's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 72, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of East Brisbane has grown by approximately 505 people, while 360 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Population growth drivers in East Brisbane are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,015 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +13.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,775 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 90th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,186 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 829 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.86 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of East Brisbane was estimated to be approximately 7,015 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,921 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of East Brisbane has added approximately 829 people and shown a 13.40% increase from the 6,186 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of East Brisbane is estimated at 3,772 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of East Brisbane has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of East Brisbane is driven by: Overseas migration (82.0%), Natural increase (18.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 82.0% of overall population gains.
East Brisbane's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 14th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 43.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 65.2% | 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 | 33 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 28.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.6% | 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 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of East Brisbane at 32 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 33 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, East Brisbane is 4 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 6 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 East Brisbane compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 28.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of East Brisbane compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 5.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of East Brisbane show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (28.3% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (5.9% vs 12.3%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.2% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 9.8% of the population in the suburb of East Brisbane as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.1% of the population in the suburb of East Brisbane as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 68% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $63,169 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $94,375 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,056 | 2021 Census, weekly | 69th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,043 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 31.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,688 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of East Brisbane is approximately $67,660. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $63,169.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of East Brisbane is approximately $101,085. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $94,375.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of East Brisbane is approximately $67,660 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $63,169 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of East Brisbane is approximately $101,085 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $94,375 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of East Brisbane's households (~32.3% / 835 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of East Brisbane is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.3% 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 East Brisbane is $2,056/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of East Brisbane is $2,688/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of East Brisbane is $1,043/wk.
The suburb of East Brisbane's income level is among the highest in Australia according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of East Brisbane's median income among taxpayers is $63,169 and the average income stands at $94,375, which compares to figures for Greater Brisbane's of $61,668 and $77,113 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $67,660 (median) and $101,085 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of East Brisbane is $7,380 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of East Brisbane's disposable income is $7,380 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
East Brisbane shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 77.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,536 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,520 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,861 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of East Brisbane has approximately 4,536 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.7%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of East Brisbane stands at 6.7%, which is 2.4 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 East Brisbane is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.1% of employment), professional & technical (14.7%), and education & training (9.1%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of East Brisbane has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. 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 East Brisbane is 77.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of East Brisbane shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 14.7% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of East Brisbane's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in East Brisbane places it within the top 6% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 13.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 50.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 24.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 13.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
50.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of East Brisbane have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
24.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of East Brisbane have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of East Brisbane ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of East Brisbane are: Bachelor Degree (32.7%), Certificate (14.5%), Postgraduate (13.5%).
32.9% of the population in the suburb of East Brisbane is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.0% in primary school, 6.0% in secondary school, 13.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of East Brisbane is 1125, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of East Brisbane, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,162 students.
The suburb of East Brisbane includes 1 primary school, 1 combined school.
East Brisbane features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 18.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,589 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,936 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 54.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.9 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of East Brisbane had 2,589 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 13.4% to an estimated 2,936 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of East Brisbane is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 54.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.9%), group households (13.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,411 family households, couples with children account for 18.4% of all households, couples without children at home 27.7%, and single parent families 6.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of East Brisbane shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 13.6% (versus 4.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 54.5% compared to 71.7% in Greater Brisbane. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Marriage patterns reveal 29.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 57.6% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 31.9% of all households in the suburb of East Brisbane, higher 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 13.6% of households, above the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in East Brisbane 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 | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 20.3% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 79.7% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 78.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 68.2% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
East Brisbane was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 20.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 31.8% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in East Brisbane, at 41.0% of people, although more residents (52.1%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in East Brisbane are English, comprising 25.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.3% of the population, and Other, comprising 11.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of East Brisbane (vs 0.5% across Greater Brisbane), Irish at 10.7% (vs 8.2%) and Spanish at 0.7% (vs 0.4%).
31.8% of the suburb of East Brisbane population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
20.3% of the population in the suburb of East Brisbane speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.1% of the suburb of East Brisbane population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
78.5% of the suburb of East Brisbane population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
East Brisbane features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 57.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 17.8% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 50.6% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of East Brisbane, 17.8% of homes are owned outright, 24.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 57.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 44.2% of dwellings in the suburb of East Brisbane are houses.
In the suburb of East Brisbane, 50.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of East Brisbane stands at 17.8%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of East Brisbane is $2,167, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of East Brisbane is $1,529, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of East Brisbane, households with mortgages typically spend 24.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of East Brisbane is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of East Brisbane shows mortgage holders spending 24.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 19.5% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of East Brisbane consists of 44.2% detached houses, 5.2% semi-detached dwellings, 50.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in East Brisbane consumes approximately 17.2% of median household income ($8,902 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in East Brisbane show attached dwellings contributing 98% of approvals compared to 56% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 2% of applications versus 44% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. East Brisbane is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
The level of general health in East Brisbane is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 62.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
Around 62.9% of people in the suburb of East Brisbane are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of East Brisbane, 2.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
7.7% of people in the suburb of East Brisbane are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.2% of the suburb of East Brisbane population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.7% of people in the suburb of East Brisbane have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of East Brisbane, 62.9% 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 377 m away and the nearest GP 392 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 | 94 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 94th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 377 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 392 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 474 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 485 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 497 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 499 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 558 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 700 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.6 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 2 long day care centres with 197 places in East Brisbane, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions East Brisbane among the top 20% of areas assessed nationwide.
East Brisbane has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 5% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in East Brisbane is $620 a week, +9.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in East Brisbane are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
East Brisbane's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 68% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
East Brisbane shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Educational achievement in East Brisbane places it within the top 6% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
East Brisbane features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in East Brisbane was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
East Brisbane features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
The level of general health in East Brisbane is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in East Brisbane: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
East Brisbane has an estimated 7,015 residents, up 13.4% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in East Brisbane.
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 East Brisbane.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households 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 (SAL30919). 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, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for East Brisbane 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 East Brisbane 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 | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 25.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
