Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Fairfield (Qld) has an estimated 3,235 residents, up 4.2% since the 2021 Census, with 132 projects tracked in the area around Fairfield (Qld).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Fairfield (Qld) sits 4.3 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at around 3,235, a figure derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly, together with national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 129 people (4.2%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,106 people. Validated new addresses are factored into this assessment. Market conditions reflect severely limited dwelling supply, strong educational qualifications across the community, a notable proportion of residents aged 15 to 24, above-average median household income, an elevated share of residents aged 25 to 34, and outstanding service amenity.
Standout features include a high proportion of teenagers, alongside young adults who largely live in group households. Population growth follows a moderate pattern. The latest population estimate is dated Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Fairfield (Qld) sits 4.3 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at around 3,235, a figure derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly, together with national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 129 people (4.2%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,106 people. Validated new addresses are factored into this assessment. Market conditions reflect severely limited dwelling supply, strong educational qualifications across the community, a notable proportion of residents aged 15 to 24, above-average median household income, an elevated share of residents aged 25 to 34, and outstanding service amenity.
Standout features include a high proportion of teenagers, alongside young adults who largely live in group households. Population growth follows a moderate pattern. The latest population estimate is dated Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,696 in 2006 and 3,231 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,235 (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, 25.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.7%.
Fairfield (Qld) ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 96th 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 Fairfield (Qld) is $545 a week, down 1.8% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 13% below Greater Brisbane.
13% below Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $400 in 2017, $650 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $324 in 2017, $494 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $545 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -1.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $494 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Holland Park - Yeronga | $610 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Holland Park - Yeronga, over 12 months | +7.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane - South | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane - South, over 12 months | +5.7% | 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 52 tracked applications: 42 approved, 10 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 132 projects in and around Fairfield (Qld), 46 of them under construction.
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.
Dutton Park station has been rebuilt and is now fully open as part of the Cross River Rail project. Features include new high-level platforms, an overpass, lifts, and improved customer accessibility. Intermittent finishing works and rail corridor infrastructure installations continue nearby.
A new purpose-built neighbourhood retail centre on Ipswich Road designed to reflect the character of the surrounding suburb. The development comprises a 3,640 square metre full-line Coles supermarket, a 150 square metre Liquorland tenancy and 177 car parking bays across two basement levels accessed from Ipswich Road and Aubigny Street.
Four-storey mixed-use development known as Neo's Corner comprising a 148-place childcare centre across the upper levels, ground-floor cafe, office and medical tenancies, landscaped outdoor play areas and 58 car parks.
A six-level integrated health hub on a 2,456 square metre corner site directly south of the Princess Alexandra Hospital precinct. The development provides around 7,560 square metres of net lettable area (16,800 square metres GBA) of commercial healthcare space catering for general practice, diagnostic imaging, pharmacy, pathology, radiology, day surgery…
BHC is delivering 75 social and affordable homes in a 6-storey building at Parkside Yeronga. The mix includes 18 studios, 45 one-bedroom and 12 two-bedroom apartments with extensive communal indoor/outdoor areas, deep planting and sustainability features targeting 7+ star NatHERS. Builder: Bryant. Architect: Ultralinea Architecture.
New elevated rail station at Boggo Road as part of the Cross River Rail project, providing improved access to the Princess Alexandra Hospital and research precinct.
A $285 million student accommodation complex at UQ's St Lucia campus, officially named Margaret Valadian Place (MVP). Comprising three buildings of 6 to 10 storeys, the complex will deliver 1,020 beds including self-contained apartments with ensuites and air-conditioning, neighbourhood-style levels with shared kitchens, laundry facilities, shared study…
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.
Parkside Yeronga is a 3 hectare mixed-use urban renewal precinct on the former Yeronga TAFE site. The project includes the completed Yeronga Community Centre, public open space and Green Spine parkland, 37 JGL Properties townhomes, Brisbane Housing Company social and affordable housing, and RetireAustralia's Arcadia retirement living community.
Approved mixed-use redevelopment of Stones Corner Village by Stockwell, comprising two residential towers (14 and 16 storeys) with 209 apartments over a retail and commercial podium, reinstating the Aldi supermarket and activating Logan Road.
Twin 12-storey residential towers connected by a recreational skybridge across rooftop levels, comprising 226 residential apartments and ground-floor communal amenities. Designed by MAS Architecture Studio for Idec Group, the development received approval from Brisbane City Council under application A006202498.
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Estimated completion year of the 69 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 13, 2027 23, 2028 12, 2029 5, 2030 2, 2031 2, 2032 7, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 26 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 52 substantial development applications lodged in and around Fairfield (Qld) over the past 5 years, 14 in the last 12 months; 10 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 3, 2023 8, 2024 4, 2025 25, 2026 (to Oct) 11.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 52 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 3 | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 42 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Fairfield area has seen 1 residential approval over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Fairfield's current population of 3,235 has been supported by 3 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Fairfield has seen 0.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.1 approval in Greater Brisbane. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 6455 people in the suburb of Fairfield, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Fairfield'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 Fairfield has seen 13 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Fairfield include: Cross River Rail (Construction); Cross River Rail - Dutton Park Station (Construction); Princess Alexandra Hospital Expansion (Construction); Riverside Yeronga (Construction); and Cross River Rail - Boggo Road Station (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Fairfield spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Education & Training, among others.
The suburb of Fairfield ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
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 Fairfield are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,235 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,731 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,106 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 129 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.18 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Fairfield was estimated to be approximately 3,235 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,231 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of fairfield has added approximately 129 people and shown a 4.15% increase from the 3,106 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Fairfield is estimated at 2,742 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Fairfield has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Fairfield is driven by: Overseas migration (81.0%), Natural increase (19.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 81.0% of overall population gains.
Fairfield hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 31 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 44.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 60.5% | 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 | 32 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 19.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 25.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Fairfield at 31 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 32 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 31 years as at August 2026, Fairfield is 5 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 7 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 Fairfield compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 25.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Fairfield compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 7.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Fairfield show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (25.1% vs 15.8%) and 15-24 year-olds (19.2% vs 13.9%). The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (2.0% vs 5.3%) and 85+ year-olds (0.9% vs 1.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.3% of the population in the suburb of Fairfield as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 8.5% of the population in the suburb of Fairfield as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $63,649 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $79,613 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,267 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $973 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 34.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,777 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Fairfield is approximately $68,174. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $63,649.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Fairfield is approximately $85,273. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $79,613.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Fairfield is approximately $68,174 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $63,649 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Fairfield is approximately $85,273 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $79,613 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Fairfield's households (~33.7% / 407 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Fairfield is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.7% 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 Fairfield is $2,267/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Fairfield is $2,777/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Fairfield is $973/wk.
The suburb of Fairfield shows a median taxpayer income of $63,649 and an average of $79,613 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is very high nationally, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's median income of $61,668 and average income of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $68,174 (median) and $85,273 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Fairfield is $8,336 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of fairfield's disposable income is $8,336 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Fairfield demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 80.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,217 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,391 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,292 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Fairfield has approximately 2,217 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Fairfield stands at 3.3%, which is 1.1 percentage points below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Fairfield is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.8% of employment), education & training (14.3%), and professional & technical (12.6%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Fairfield has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Fairfield is 80.5%, 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 fairfield shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 14.3% of the local workforce compared to 9.4% across Greater Brisbane. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of fairfield's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Fairfield demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 52.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 26.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 15.3% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
52.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Fairfield have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
26.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Fairfield have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of fairfield ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Fairfield are: Bachelor Degree (31.9%), Postgraduate (15.8%), Certificate (13.3%).
34.0% of the population in the suburb of Fairfield is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.6% in primary school, 5.5% in secondary school, 15.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
Fairfield features high concentrations of group 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 | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 24.9% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.8% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 14.9% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,207 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,257 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 60.1% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.9 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Fairfield had 1,207 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.1% to an estimated 1,257 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Fairfield is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 60.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (24.9%), group households (14.9%), and other household types (0.2%).
Of the 725 family households, couples with children account for 25.4% of all households, couples without children at home 24.8%, and single parent families 7.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Fairfield shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 14.9% (versus 4.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 60.1% compared to 71.7% in Greater Brisbane. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Marriage patterns reveal 33.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 55.6% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 24.9% of all households in the suburb of Fairfield, similar to 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 14.9% 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 Fairfield 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 | 28.1% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 18.7% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 81.3% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 71.9% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Fairfield was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 28.1% of its population born overseas and 18.7% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Fairfield, at 36.0% of people, although more residents (55.9%) 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 Fairfield are English, comprising 25.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 20.3% of the population, and Other, comprising 11.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Fairfield (vs 0.5% across Greater Brisbane), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and Russian at 0.6% (vs 0.3%).
28.1% of the suburb of Fairfield population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
18.7% of the population in the suburb of Fairfield speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.0% of the suburb of Fairfield population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
85.3% of the suburb of Fairfield population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Fairfield displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 42.7% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 22.6% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 62.9% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,100 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $410 | 2021 Census, weekly | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 24th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 26th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Fairfield, 22.6% of homes are owned outright, 34.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 42.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 62.9% of dwellings in the suburb of Fairfield are houses.
In the suburb of Fairfield, 28.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Fairfield stands at 22.6%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Fairfield is $2,100, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Fairfield is $1,487, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Fairfield, households with mortgages typically spend 21.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Fairfield is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Fairfield shows mortgage holders spending 21.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 18.1% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Fairfield consists of 62.9% detached houses, 8.5% semi-detached dwellings, 28.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Fairfield consumes approximately 15.1% of median household income ($9,816 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.
The level of general health in Fairfield 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 | 57.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.2% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
Around 57.0% of people in the suburb of Fairfield are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Fairfield, 3.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
8.2% of people in the suburb of Fairfield are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.4% of the suburb of Fairfield population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.8% of people in the suburb of Fairfield have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Fairfield, 57.0% 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 supermarket is 444 m away and the nearest pharmacy 449 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 dentist | 398 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 444 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 449 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 449 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest shopping centre | 484 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 484 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 727 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 859 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 990 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.1 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 Fairfield is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Fairfield has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 3% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Fairfield (Qld) is $545 a week, -1.8% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Fairfield are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Fairfield hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Fairfield demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
Fairfield demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Fairfield features high concentrations of group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Fairfield was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Fairfield displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
The level of general health in Fairfield is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in Fairfield (Qld): transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Fairfield (Qld) has an estimated 3,235 residents, up 4.2% since the 2021 Census, with 132 projects tracked in the area around Fairfield (Qld).
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 Fairfield (Qld).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Dec 2025. 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 (SAL31014). 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 (Dec 2025) 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 Fairfield (Qld) 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 Fairfield (Qld) 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 | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 25.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
