Edge Hill

Edge Hill has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population of Edge Hill at around 4,089 people. This reflects a slight increase since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,088. The current population is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 4,078 residents, based on their examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 15 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,622 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 97.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

For projections, AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia's SA2 area projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used, applying proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023. Future population dynamics anticipate an above median growth for locations outside capital cities. By 2041, Edge Hill's population is projected to expand by 664 persons, reflecting a total increase of 15.5% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Edge Hill, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Edge Hill has seen approximately 8 residential properties granted approval annually, with around 43 homes approved between financial years FY-21 and FY-25. In FY-26 up to date, about 3 homes have been approved. On average, over the past five financial years, no new residents per year arrived for each new home approved, indicating that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand.

The average value of new dwellings being developed is $669,000, suggesting a focus on the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Commercial approvals registered in FY-26 totaled $469,000, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to residential construction. Relative to Rest of Qld, Edge Hill records around 60% of building activity per person. Nationally, it ranks among the 35th percentile of areas assessed for building activity, suggesting limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing homes.

This lower ranking reflects market maturity and possible development constraints. All new construction in Edge Hill has been comprised of detached dwellings, sustaining its suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests (70.0% at Census), indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. The area has approximately 478 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established community. Looking ahead, Edge Hill is projected to grow by 635 residents through to 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Edge Hill has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include the Cairns Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre, Whitfield State School Performing Arts Centre, Izatt Close Residential Development, and Manoora Infill Housing Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Edge Hill exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Edge Hill has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 3.4%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, 2,288 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.7% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation stands at 68.0%, slightly higher than Rest of Qld's 65.7%. Census data shows 17.4% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. Edge Hill has a strong specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 0.7%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the difference between working population and resident population counts. Over the year to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 2.6% and employment declined by 3.5%, increasing unemployment by 1.0 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of Qld's employment growth of 1.7%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Edge Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Edge Hill's median income among taxpayers is $58,747. The average income in the suburb is $73,065. This is higher than the national average. In comparison, Rest of Qld has a median income of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Edge Hill would be approximately $64,569 (median) and $80,306 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals personal income ranks at the 72nd percentile ($942 weekly), while household income sits at the 45th percentile. Income analysis shows that 31.2% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (1,275 residents). This aligns with the surrounding region where this cohort represents 31.7%. After housing expenses, 86.2% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Edge Hill displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Edge Hill's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 70.0% houses and 30.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Edge Hill was 32.1%, similar to Non-Metro Qld's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (31.0%) or rented (36.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,618, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $310, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Edge Hill's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 63.3 percent of all households, including 23.2 percent couples with children, 25.4 percent couples without children, and 13.7 percent single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 36.7 percent, with lone person households at 31.3 percent and group households making up 5.1 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

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

Edge Hill has a notably high level of educational attainment among residents aged 15 and above, with 35.9% holding university qualifications compared to the broader benchmarks of 20.6% in the Rest of Qld and 21.1% in the SA4 region. This is indicative of a substantial educational advantage for the area, positioning it strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 22.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 8.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.4%. Trade and technical skills also feature prominently, with 34.7% of residents aged 15 and above holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 12.1% and certificates at 22.6%.

Educational participation is notably high in the area, with 31.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.0% in primary education, 10.2% in secondary education, and 4.4% 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 transport in Edge Hill shows 18 active stops operating, offering mixed bus services. These stops are served by three distinct routes, collectively facilitating 231 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents typically situated 239 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most residents commute outward, predominantly using cars (88%), while 4% cycle. Average vehicle ownership per dwelling stands at 1.3, below regional averages. According to the 2021 Census, 17.4% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 33 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 12 weekly trips per individual stop.

Edge Hill's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Edge Hill. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups.

Private health cover was found to be very high at approximately 56% of the total population (around 2,295 people), compared to 52.5% across Rest of Qld. The most common medical conditions in the area were mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 7.0% and 6.9% of residents respectively. Seventy-three point two percent declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Rest of Qld. Working-age residents had low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 17.2% of residents aged 65 and over (703 people), lower than the 20.4% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors were particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Edge Hill's cultural diversity was found to be above average, with 13.1% speaking a language other than English at home and 25.2% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 43.2%. The most notable overrepresentation was in 'Other', making up 1.3% compared to Rest of Qld's 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (27.3%), Australian (20.9%, lower than regional average of 26.5%), and Other (11.0%). There were notable divergences in Irish (10.5% vs regional 8.2%), German (4.8% vs 4.7%), and Hungarian (0.3% vs 0.2%) groups.

Edge Hill's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Edge Hill is 42 years, close to Rest of Qld's average of 41 and well above Australia's median of 38. The 45-54 age group is notably over-represented in Edge Hill at 14.9%, compared to the Rest of Qld average, while the 5-14 year-olds are under-represented at 10.3%. Since the Census of 2021, the population aged 15 to 24 has grown from 9.8% to 11.8%, and the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 4.6% to 6.0%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 14.3% to 10.3%, and the 65 to 74 age group has dropped from 11.1% to 10.0%. Population forecasts for Edge Hill indicate significant demographic changes by 2041, with the 25-34 age cohort projected to expand by 161 people (31%), from 527 to 689. Meanwhile, the 15-24 age group is projected to decline by 44 people.