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East Innisfail has an estimated 1,760 residents, up 0.2% since the 2021 Census, with 29 projects tracked in the area around East Innisfail.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of East Innisfail is located 1,314 kilometres northwest from Brisbane CBD. Its population is estimated at around 1,760 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. This represents minimal change since the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,757 people. The area has limited population expansion, a median age of 39, and many lone person households. Its age composition is fairly standard, while incomes are in the lower quartile and education levels are generally lower.
Housing is described as affordable, with a high share of renters, and families have an above-average number of children. Healthcare, retail trade and administrative employment are notable features. Innisfail, in QLD, Australia, is known for tropical warmth and natural scenery near the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics rainforest.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of East Innisfail is located 1,314 kilometres northwest from Brisbane CBD. Its population is estimated at around 1,760 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. This represents minimal change since the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,757 people. The area has limited population expansion, a median age of 39, and many lone person households. Its age composition is fairly standard, while incomes are in the lower quartile and education levels are generally lower.
Housing is described as affordable, with a high share of renters, and families have an above-average number of children. Healthcare, retail trade and administrative employment are notable features. Innisfail, in QLD, Australia, is known for tropical warmth and natural scenery near the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics rainforest.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,971 in 2006 and 1,760 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 14.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $800 - 1,499, 28.6%.
East Innisfail ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 47th for amenities.
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 Innisfail is $450 a week, up 32.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 30% below Regional Qld.
30% below Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $278 in 2017, $450 in 2026. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $450 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +32.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $450 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Cairns | $545 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Cairns, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 29 projects in and around East Innisfail, 12 of them under construction.
The $535 million Bruce Highway Cairns Southern Access Corridor Stage 3 upgraded and duplicated 10.5km of the Bruce Highway between Edmonton and Gordonvale - the busiest two-lane section between Brisbane and Cairns.
Cairns Water Security Stage 1 is a $472 million integrated drinking water supply project at Gordonvale, delivered by John Holland for Cairns Regional Council.
The Cairns South State Development Area (SDA) is a 1,159-hectare industrial zone across two non-contiguous areas declared in November 2018 and varied in February 2020.
Parkside Estate is a boutique residential subdivision of 25 lots in the southern Cairns growth corridor at Edmonton. Lot sizes range from 622 to 923 square metres, catering to families seeking generous land in a quiet, community-focused setting.
A 212-hectare masterplanned business, industrial, retail, health and recreation precinct fronting the Bruce Highway at Edmonton, south of Cairns. The masterplan was approved and provides more than 100,000 square metres of gross floor area across six flexible stages.
Pinecrest is a master planned residential community at Mount Peter, about 15 minutes south of Cairns CBD. The estate is being delivered in staged releases, with Rocky Creek Stage 3 lots currently promoted for sale and further subdivision approvals progressing through Cairns Regional Council.
The North Queensland Youth Alcohol and Other Drug Service (NQYAODS) is a $19.3 million, 10-bed residential rehabilitation facility providing 24/7 specialist care for young people aged 13-18.
Sugarworld Estate is a masterplanned residential land estate in Edmonton by JAC Group, comprising The Heights and The Terrace precincts near Sugarworld Adventure Park. The estate provides fully serviced residential lots with mountain and Cairns district views, around 20 minutes from Cairns CBD and the airport.
The $86.4 million redevelopment of Atherton Hospital delivered modern healthcare infrastructure for the Tablelands region. Key components include a new four-storey Clinical Services Building housing a state-of-the-art emergency department, medical imaging, maternity services with birth suites, operating and endoscopy theatres, and a sterilising unit.
Priors Creek Parklands is a major Atherton CBD precinct revitalisation led by Tablelands Regional Council. The project is transforming a former rail corridor into a family-focused parklands and mixed-use destination with an open-air amphitheatre and main stage, nature walk trail, public amenities, fitness and leisure areas, shared paths, event spaces, and…
A three-storey mixed-use development providing 27 affordable rental units (12 one-bedroom and 15 two-bedroom) with ground-floor commercial premises for potential food outlets, offices, shops, or healthcare services, complementing the adjacent Priors Creek Development.
A major retail development spanning 16,400sqm designed to revitalise the Tablelands economy. The precinct features a new Bunnings Warehouse as the anchor tenant, alongside a Harvey Norman and other national large-format retailers. The project includes specialised showrooms, hardware supplies, and garden centres with over 400 parking spaces.
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Estimated completion year of the 19 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 6, 2027 6, 2028 1, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1. 2 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 1 substantial development application lodged in and around East Innisfail over the period covered (about 2.1 years). Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 1 tracked applications: 1 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.1 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 21st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 3 | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.1 years) |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of East Innisfail area has seen 1 residential approval over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of East Innisfail's current population of 1,760 has been supported by 3 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of East Innisfail has seen 1.7 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 3514 people in the suburb of East Innisfail, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of East Innisfail's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 3, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the suburb of East Innisfail has seen 15 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Currently, there are limited major infrastructure and planning changes identified for East Innisfail in the available data.
Infrastructure projects impacting the suburb of East Innisfail encompass various sectors supporting community growth and economic development.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the suburb of East Innisfail, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the suburb of East Innisfail demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
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.
East Innisfail has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,760 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,303 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,757 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 3 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.35 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of East Innisfail was estimated to be approximately 1,760 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,760 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of East Innisfail has added approximately 3 people and shown a 0.17% increase from the 1,757 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of East Innisfail is estimated at 1,304 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of East Innisfail has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of East Innisfail is driven by: Overseas migration (79.0%), Natural increase (21.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 79.0% of overall population gains.
East Innisfail's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.5% | 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 | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.2% | 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 Innisfail at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, East Innisfail is 2 years younger than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) yet comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of East Innisfail compared to the Regional Qld region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of East Innisfail compared to the Regional Qld region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.3% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of East Innisfail is broadly in line with Regional Qld.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.6% of the population in the suburb of East Innisfail as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.0% of the population in the suburb of East Innisfail as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 9% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $49,121 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 13th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $59,093 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,092 | 2021 Census, weekly | 7th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $628 | 2021 Census, weekly | 15th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 9.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,434 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 34.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of East Innisfail is approximately $52,614. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $49,121.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of East Innisfail is approximately $63,295. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $59,093.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of East Innisfail is approximately $52,614 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $49,121 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of East Innisfail is approximately $63,295 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,093 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of East Innisfail's households (~28.6% / 195 households) is the $800 - 1,499 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of East Innisfail is the $800 - 1,499 group, representing about 28.6% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of East Innisfail is $1,092/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of East Innisfail is $1,434/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of East Innisfail is $628/wk.
The suburb of East Innisfail shows a median taxpayer income of $49,121 and an average of $59,093 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is lower than average on a national basis, contrasting with Regional Qld's median income of $56,722 and average income of $71,544. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $52,614 (median) and $63,295 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of East Innisfail is $3,999 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of East Innisfail's disposable income is $3,999 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in East Innisfail face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 6% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 13.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 56.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 701 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,379 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 807 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of East Innisfail has approximately 701 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 13.1%. 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 East Innisfail stands at 13.1%, which is 9.2 percentage points above Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%. 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 Innisfail is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.2% of employment), agriculture, forestry & fishing (15.8%), and retail trade (12.1%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of East Innisfail 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, Regional Qld saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of East Innisfail is 56.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of East Innisfail shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 15.8% of the local workforce compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.5, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of East Innisfail'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 0.8% decline, ranking 23rd out of 37 regions nationally.
East Innisfail 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 | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 16.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.7% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 45.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
16.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of East Innisfail have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
45.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of East Innisfail have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of East Innisfail ranks in the 13th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of East Innisfail are: Certificate (29.7%), Bachelor Degree (11.3%), Advanced Diploma (9.1%).
29.8% of the population in the suburb of East Innisfail is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.0% in primary school, 10.8% in secondary school, 1.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of East Innisfail is 914, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of East Innisfail, with a combined enrollment of approximately 164 students.
The suburb of East Innisfail includes 2 primary schools.
East Innisfail features high concentrations of lone person households and single parent families but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 35.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 19.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 682 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 683 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 59.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.1 per family | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of East Innisfail had 682 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 683 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of East Innisfail is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 59.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (35.6%), group households (4.1%), and other household types (1.2%).
Of the 403 family households, couples with children account for 19.1% of all households, couples without children at home 25.1%, and single parent families 13.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of East Innisfail shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 35.6% (versus 25.6% in Regional Qld). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 59.1% compared to 70.4% in Regional Qld. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of East Innisfail have an average of 2.1 children, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 37.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 42.1% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 35.6% of all households in the suburb of East Innisfail, higher than the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.1% of households, in line with the Regional Qld average of 4.0%.
In terms of cultural diversity, East Innisfail records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 86.0% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.3% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 84.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 14.6% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
East Innisfail was found to be roughly in line with the national average in terms of cultural diversity, with 86.3% of its population being citizens, 84.8% born in Australia, and 86.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in East Innisfail was found to be Christianity, which makes up 56.6% of people in East Innisfail. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 4.0% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in East Innisfail are English, comprising 21.2% of the population, which is notably lower than Regional Qld's 29.6%, Australian, comprising 19.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Regional Qld's 26.5%, and Australian Aboriginal, comprising 14.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional Qld's 3.9%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.4% of East Innisfail (vs 0.2% across Regional Qld), Italian at 5.3% (vs 2.4%) and Macedonian at 0.2% (vs 0.0%).
15.2% of the suburb of East Innisfail population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
14.0% of the population in the suburb of East Innisfail speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
14.6% of the suburb of East Innisfail population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
86.3% of the suburb of East Innisfail population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
East Innisfail is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 42.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.5% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,083 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $255 | 2021 Census, weekly | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 39th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of East Innisfail, 33.1% of homes are owned outright, 24.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 42.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.5% of dwellings in the suburb of East Innisfail are houses.
In the suburb of East Innisfail, 6.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of East Innisfail stands at 33.1%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of East Innisfail is $1,083, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of East Innisfail is $733, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of East Innisfail, households with mortgages typically spend 22.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of East Innisfail is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of East Innisfail shows mortgage holders spending 22.9% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 23.4% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of East Innisfail consists of 86.5% detached houses, 7.0% semi-detached dwellings, 6.0% apartments, and 0.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in East Innisfail consumes approximately 15.5% of median household income ($4,728 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
No recent development applications are recorded for this area.
Health performance in East Innisfail is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 20th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
Around 48.7% of people in the suburb of East Innisfail are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of East Innisfail, 6.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
6.8% of people in the suburb of East Innisfail are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.8% of the suburb of East Innisfail population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the suburb of East Innisfail have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of East Innisfail, 48.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 10 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 10th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 22 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 3rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 177 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 1 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 3.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 10 public transport stops within the suburb of East Innisfail.
The suburb of East Innisfail has 22 weekly trips across 1 routes, averaging 3 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 224 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 506 m away and the nearest child care centre 886 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 10 stops nearby, 22 weekly trips, access rating 31 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 47 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 47th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 506 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 886 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 975 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 41.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in East Innisfail is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
East Innisfail has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 16% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in East Innisfail is $450 a week, +32.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
East Innisfail has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
East Innisfail's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 9% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in East Innisfail face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 6% of areas assessed nationally.
East Innisfail faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
East Innisfail features high concentrations of lone person households and single parent families but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Qld.
In terms of cultural diversity, East Innisfail records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
East Innisfail is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Qld.
Health performance in East Innisfail is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
East Innisfail has an estimated 1,760 residents, up 0.2% since the 2021 Census, with 29 projects tracked in the area around East Innisfail.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 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 Innisfail.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL30927). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Innisfail 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 Innisfail with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
