Fitzgibbon

Population growth drivers in Fitzgibbon are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As per ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation for the broader area, the estimated population of Fitzgibbon as of Feb 2026 is around 6,827. This figure reflects an increase of 531 people (8.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,296 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 6,719 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, along with an additional 17 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 2,120 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Fitzgibbon's growth of 8.4% since the 2021 census surpassed the SA3 area's growth rate of 6.8%, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 81.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth for the suburb.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings aligned with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort are applied when utilized. Looking ahead, aggregated SA2-level projections anticipate lower quartile growth for Australian statistical areas, with Fitzgibbon expected to grow by 283 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 3.0% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Fitzgibbon when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Fitzgibbon has seen approximately 10 new home approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 51 homes. As of FY26, 10 approvals have been recorded. On average, each home built between FY21 and FY25 has resulted in 8.4 new residents per year, indicating demand significantly exceeds supply.

The average construction value of new dwellings is $452,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Fitzgibbon shows roughly half the construction activity per person and ranks in the 58th percentile nationally, although recent periods have seen increased development activity. This activity remains below the national average, reflecting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. Recent construction comprises 20% standalone homes and 80% medium to high-density housing, offering affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift from the existing 82% houses indicates decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyles. The area has approximately 262 people per dwelling approval, indicating potential for growth.

AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Fitzgibbon to grow by 205 residents through to 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, offering favourable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 25 projects that may affect this region. Notable projects include Taigum Gardens Estate (Stages 3 & 4), Carseldine Village - a 5-Star Green Star Community, Beams Road Level Crossing Removal and Overpass, and Carseldine Village. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Fitzgibbon demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Fitzgibbon's workforce is highly educated with significant representation from essential services sectors. The unemployment rate as of September 2025 was 3.7%. Over the past year, employment grew by an estimated 11.9%, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data.

As of that date, 4,053 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.3% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Fitzgibbon was higher at 77.0% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 18.0% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. The leading employment industries were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services.

Notably, health care & social assistance had employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average, while construction showed lower representation at 4.5% compared to the regional average of 9.0%. The area's predominantly residential nature suggests limited local employment opportunities. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 11.9% and labour force grew by 11.1%, leading to a 0.7 percentage point decrease in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.8%, labour force grow by 3.3%, and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Fitzgibbon's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.7% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

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

The suburb of Fitzgibbon has an income level slightly above the national average, according to the latest data from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Fitzgibbon is $60,367, while the average income stands at $68,647. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's figures are $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Fitzgibbon would be approximately $66,349 (median) and $75,450 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows that personal income ranks at the 65th percentile ($885 weekly), while household income sits at the 49th percentile. The predominant income cohort spans 39.3% of locals (2,683 people) in the $1,500 - $2,999 category, mirroring the region where 33.3% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 48th percentile. The suburb's Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA) income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

Fitzgibbon is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Fitzgibbon, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 82.2% houses and 17.8% other dwellings. In comparison, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Fitzgibbon was 21.2%, with the remainder being mortgaged (41.3%) or rented (37.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Fitzgibbon was $1,677, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Fitzgibbon was $385, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Fitzgibbon's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Fitzgibbon has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.4% of all households, including 31.1% couples with children, 23.1% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.6%, with lone person households at 28.6% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.5 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Fitzgibbon shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Fitzgibbon's educational attainment is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15+, 36.4% hold university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in Queensland and 28.2% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 23.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 32.0% of residents aged 15+ holding these qualifications, including advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (19.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 28.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including primary (10.1%), secondary (5.6%), and tertiary education (5.0%).

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

Fitzgibbon has 17 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 35 routes providing 1,697 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents have good access to these stops, typically living 209 meters from the nearest one. Most residents commute outward daily. Car is the dominant transport mode at 78%, with train used by 14%. The area has an average of 1.0 vehicle per dwelling, lower than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 18% of residents work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions. On average, there are 242 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 99 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Fitzgibbon is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Fitzgibbon faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are somewhat prevalent across the board, but particularly higher among older age cohorts. Approximately 54% of the total population (~3,713 people) have private health cover. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues (8.1%) and asthma (7.1%). 73.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population has better than average health outcomes. 15.3% of residents are aged 65 and over (1,044 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Fitzgibbon is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Fitzgibbon has a high level of cultural diversity, with 40.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 43.7% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Fitzgibbon, with 42.3%. Hinduism is notably overrepresented, comprising 13.0%, compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 2.2%.

The top three represented ancestry groups are English (20.1%), Other (18.2%), and Australian (16.5%). Filipino (4.8%) and Indian (9.0%) populations are notably higher than regional averages of 1.2% and 2.0%, respectively, while Samoan is slightly overrepresented at 1.0%.

Fitzgibbon's population is younger than the national pattern

Fitzgibbon's median age is 36 years, which matches Greater Brisbane's but is younger than the national average of 38 years. The 35-44 age group makes up 19.1% of Fitzgibbon's population, compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 15-24 cohort represents only 10.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 4.0% to 6.6%, and the 15-24 cohort has risen from 9.6% to 10.9%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 18.3% to 15.4%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Fitzgibbon. The 75-84 age group is projected to rise by 229 people (51%), from 450 to 680. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 60% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both 5-14 and 0-4 age groups are expected to decrease in number.