Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Goodna has an estimated 10,905 residents, up 4.9% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Goodna.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 21 kilometres southwest from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Goodna has an estimated population of around 10,905 as of Aug 2026. This estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, together with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 10,391 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has grown by 514 people (4.9%), reflecting moderate expansion over that period.
The suburb of Goodna shows several defining market characteristics. Its renting population is above average, and it has a notable manufacturing employment base alongside elevated administrative employment. A high share of residents were born overseas, semi-detached housing is strongly represented, and families have above-average numbers of children. Residents include a high proportion of children, largely living in group households.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 21 kilometres southwest from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Goodna has an estimated population of around 10,905 as of Aug 2026. This estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, together with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 10,391 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has grown by 514 people (4.9%), reflecting moderate expansion over that period.
The suburb of Goodna shows several defining market characteristics. Its renting population is above average, and it has a notable manufacturing employment base alongside elevated administrative employment. A high share of residents were born overseas, semi-detached housing is strongly represented, and families have above-average numbers of children. Residents include a high proportion of children, largely living in group households.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,886 in 2006 and 10,889 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,905 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 15.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.4%.
Goodna ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 78th for cultural diversity.
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 Goodna is $550 a week, up 10.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 12% below Greater Brisbane.
12% below Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $327 in 2017, $570 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $277 in 2017, $430 in 2023. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $550 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +10.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $570 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +9.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Springfield - Redbank | $591 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Springfield - Redbank, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Ipswich | $574 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Ipswich, over 12 months | +7.2% | 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 27 tracked applications: 17 approved, 3 under assessment, 7 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Goodna (1 under construction) and 70 more in the surrounding area.
Master planning of a $90 million mixed use development to provide the New Town Centre for the CBD of Goodna. Over 2 hectares of land will be converted into a vibrant Community Hub featuring Education and Training Facilities, Medical services, Child Care, Retail, and Affordable housing.
Ongoing infrastructure upgrades supporting the Bundamba industrial precinct, including road improvements, water and sewer servicing, telecommunications and stormwater infrastructure to improve industrial land capacity and freight access.
The Swanbank Battery is a 250MW/500MWh lithium-ion phosphate battery energy storage system located at the former Swanbank B coal-fired power station site in Ipswich, approximately 45km south-west of Brisbane. Comprising 138 Tesla Megapack 2XL modules, it is connected to the National Electricity Market via a new 275kV substation.
Abadi Gaia is an eco-resort adult residential village on an 11.44 ha site at 107 Bertha Street, Goodna, in the Ipswich City Council area. Designed by Lea Design Studio, the project will deliver 189 residences (free-standing villas and apartments), an 81-bed aged care and dementia facility and 15 SDA units.
Council-funded upgrade transforming Goupong Park into a district recreation park. The 2025-2026 budget has allocated funds to commence design work for this significant upgrade. The park currently features playground equipment, a skate park, half basketball court, BBQ facilities, walking paths, and recreational amenities.
Ipswich City Council is planning to upgrade Redbank Plains Road between Collingwood Drive and the Cunningham Highway to a four-lane urban road standard. The project is identified in iGO, the City of Ipswich Transport Plan, and is supported by Queensland Government Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme funding and Ipswich City Council.
New state high school for the Collingwood Park area. Stage 1 opened in Term 1, 2025 for Year 7 and Year 8 students, featuring an administration building, general learning centre, science and industrial technology resources.
A 2023 project creating a mix of 7 x 2-bedroom units across 2 x 2-storey and 1 single-storey buildings designed to provide quality social housing for families in the Goodna area as part of the state's social housing expansion program.
A $70 million three-stage bus service improvement package for Ipswich and Logan growth areas, delivering new routes, improved frequency, and expanded connections to support rapid population growth, along with a new state-managed bus depot.
Construction of 20 x 3 bedroom townhouses and associated civil works at Creek Street Bundamba. Project completed in 2024 providing contemporary housing for families in the established Bundamba area with easy access to public transport.
5G telecommunications infrastructure upgrade including new tower installation and enhanced network capacity to improve mobile and internet connectivity for Bundamba residents and businesses. $1.8 million investment.
Road safety improvements along Bundamba Creek Road including new traffic signals, pedestrian crossings, cycle lanes, and intersection upgrades. $3.8 million safety enhancement project.
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Estimated completion year of the 23 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 4, 2027 10, 2028 1, 2029 0, 2030 1, 2031 3, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 1, 2035 0, 2036 1. 22 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 27 substantial development applications lodged in and around Goodna over the past 5 years, 10 in the last 12 months; 3 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 6, 2023 7, 2024 2, 2025 2, 2026 (to Nov) 9.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 27 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 36 | ABS building approvals | 48th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 17 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Goodna include: Goodna Central Mixed Use Development (Planning); Bundamba Industrial Precinct Upgrade (Construction); G Developments Bundamba Townhouses (Completed); Ipswich and Logan Bus Service Improvement Package (Construction); and Redbank Plains Road Upgrade Stage 4 (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Goodna spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Business Parks & Technology Hubs, among others.
The suburb of Goodna ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Goodna compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Goodna area has seen 82 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Goodna's current population of 10,905 has been supported by 36 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Goodna has seen 3.3 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 265 people in the suburb of Goodna, 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 Goodna's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 36, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Goodna has grown by approximately 180 people, while 179 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Goodna has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,905 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,397 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.3% | 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 | 10,391 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 514 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 7.80 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Goodna was estimated to be approximately 10,905 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,889 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Goodna has added approximately 514 people and shown a 4.95% increase from the 10,391 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Goodna is estimated at 1,398 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Goodna has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Goodna is driven by: Overseas migration (51.0%), Natural increase (49.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 51.0% of overall population gains.
Goodna's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 33 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 14th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 22.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.5% | 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 | 33 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Goodna at 33 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 33 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 33 years as at August 2026, Goodna is 3 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 5 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 Goodna compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 15.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Goodna compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 14.0% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Goodna is broadly in line with Greater Brisbane.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 22.8% of the population in the suburb of Goodna as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.2% of the population in the suburb of Goodna as at August 2026.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $62,595 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 65th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $71,039 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,337 | 2021 Census, weekly | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $634 | 2021 Census, weekly | 16th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 11.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,498 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Goodna is approximately $67,046. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $62,595.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Goodna is approximately $76,090. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $71,039.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Goodna is approximately $67,046 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,595 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Goodna is approximately $76,090 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,039 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Goodna's households (~32.4% / 1,087 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Goodna is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.4% 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 Goodna is $1,337/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Goodna is $1,498/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Goodna is $634/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Goodna is approximately average nationally, with the median assessed at $62,595 while the average income stands at $71,039. This contrasts to Greater Brisbane's figures of a median income of $61,668 and an average income of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $67,046 (median) and $76,090 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Goodna is $4,759 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Goodna's disposable income is $4,759 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Goodna has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 7.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,947 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,496 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,344 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Goodna has approximately 4,947 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 7.4%. 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 Goodna stands at 7.4%, which is 3.1 percentage points above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Goodna is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.5% of employment), manufacturing (13.8%), and retail trade (9.7%). Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Goodna 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 Goodna is 63.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Goodna shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 13.8% of the local workforce compared to 6.4% across Greater Brisbane. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.2, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Goodna'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 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Goodna: university qualifications 14.0%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 990.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.6% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 47.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 14.1% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
14.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Goodna have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
47.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Goodna have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of Goodna ranks in the 36th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Goodna are: Certificate (28.6%), Advanced Diploma (10.1%), Bachelor Degree (9.9%).
35.2% of the population in the suburb of Goodna is currently engaged in formal education, including 14.1% in primary school, 10.8% in secondary school, 3.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Goodna is 990, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 6 schools within the suburb of Goodna, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,711 students.
The suburb of Goodna includes 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Goodna features high concentrations of single parent families and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 25.5% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 18.9% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 19.6% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,356 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,522 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 69.7% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Goodna had 3,356 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.9% to an estimated 3,522 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Goodna is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 69.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (25.5%), group households (4.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,339 family households, couples with children account for 29.3% of all households, couples without children at home 18.9%, and single parent families 19.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Goodna shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Goodna have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 35.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 44.5% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 25.5% of all households in the suburb of Goodna, 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 4.8% of households, in line with the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%.
Goodna was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 36.9% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 69.3% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 74.2% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 63.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
Goodna scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 36.9% of its population born overseas and 30.7% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Goodna was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.9% of people in Goodna. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 4.1% of the population, compared to 2.0% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Goodna are English, comprising 20.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Brisbane's 26.8%, Australian, comprising 19.5% of the population, and Other, comprising 14.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 9.4%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Samoan is notably overrepresented at 7.9% of Goodna (vs 0.9% across Greater Brisbane), Maori at 2.2% (vs 1.1%) and Vietnamese at 4.2% (vs 0.8%).
36.9% of the suburb of Goodna population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
30.7% of the population in the suburb of Goodna speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
4.5% of the suburb of Goodna population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
74.2% of the suburb of Goodna population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Goodna is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 50.2% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 20.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 82.7% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,300 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 20th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 29.4% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 16.4% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Goodna, 20.4% of homes are owned outright, 29.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 50.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 82.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Goodna are houses.
In the suburb of Goodna, 0.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 16.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Goodna stands at 20.4%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Goodna is $1,300, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Goodna is $1,034, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Goodna, households with mortgages typically spend 22.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Goodna is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Goodna shows mortgage holders spending 22.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 22.4% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Goodna consists of 82.7% detached houses, 16.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.8% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Goodna consumes approximately 17.9% of median household income ($5,789 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Goodna show attached dwellings contributing 7% of approvals compared to 17% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 93% of applications versus 83% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Goodna is well below the national average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 50th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.1% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
Around 53.5% of people in the suburb of Goodna are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Goodna, 7.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
9.4% of people in the suburb of Goodna are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.1% of the suburb of Goodna population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the suburb of Goodna have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Goodna, 53.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Brisbane sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.1%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 434 m away and the nearest school 583 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 | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 65th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 434 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 583 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 799 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 823 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 888 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 7 long day care centres with 604 places in Goodna, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Goodna compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Goodna has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Goodna is $550 a week, +10.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Goodna has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Goodna's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Goodna has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
Education in Goodna: university qualifications 14.0%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 990.
Goodna features high concentrations of single parent families and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
Goodna was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Goodna is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
Health performance in Goodna is well below the national average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport in Goodna: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Goodna has an estimated 10,905 residents, up 4.9% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Goodna.
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 Goodna.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing 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 (SAL31187). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Goodna 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 Goodna 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 | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
