Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Inala has an estimated 16,191 residents, up 6.0% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Inala.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 15 kilometres south-southwest from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Inala has an estimated population of approximately 16,191 as of August 2026 (with the latest population estimate date being Aug 2026). Based on AreaSearch's analysis combining annual aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures with quarterly national address updates, this reflects an expansion of 918 people (6.0%) from the 15,273 people recorded at the 2021 Census, demonstrating a pattern of moderate demographic growth.
The suburb of Inala is distinguished by a comparatively young demographic profile with a median age of 33, alongside elevated representation 5 to 14yo and a pronounced proportion 15 to 24yo. It is characterised by an above-average renting population, high cultural diversity with a substantial overseas-born cohort, lower-quartile income brackets, and generally lower educational attainment, supported by strong employment foundations in manufacturing and administration.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 15 kilometres south-southwest from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Inala has an estimated population of approximately 16,191 as of August 2026 (with the latest population estimate date being Aug 2026). Based on AreaSearch's analysis combining annual aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures with quarterly national address updates, this reflects an expansion of 918 people (6.0%) from the 15,273 people recorded at the 2021 Census, demonstrating a pattern of moderate demographic growth.
The suburb of Inala is distinguished by a comparatively young demographic profile with a median age of 33, alongside elevated representation 5 to 14yo and a pronounced proportion 15 to 24yo. It is characterised by an above-average renting population, high cultural diversity with a substantial overseas-born cohort, lower-quartile income brackets, and generally lower educational attainment, supported by strong employment foundations in manufacturing and administration.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 13,654 in 2006 and 16,119 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 16,191 (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, 17%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $800 - 1,499, 29.6%.
Inala ranks in the 91st percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 81st for infrastructure drivers.
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 Inala 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: $324 in 2017, $550 in 2026. 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 | $550 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Forest Lake - Oxley | $595 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Forest Lake - Oxley, over 12 months | +5.1% | 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 40 tracked applications: 28 approved, 5 under assessment, 7 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Inala (1 under construction) and 56 more in the surrounding area.
A 14-unit social housing development featuring one three-bedroom unit and thirteen one-bedroom units (comprising two Platinum units, nine Gold units, and two general units). Two-level building constructed with innovative hybrid concrete and cross-laminated timber construction, featuring on-grade parking and passenger lifts.
Brisbane City Council is upgrading the busy Archerfield Road, Azalea Street and Pine Road intersection in Inala, which carries nearly 22,000 vehicles per day and has been identified as a safety black spot. Works include new traffic signals, dedicated turning lanes, signalised pedestrian crossings and improved cycling connections.
Acacia Doolandella is a boutique Ausbuild house and land estate in Brisbane's south, delivering 23 premium homesites within an established, quiet neighbourhood close to schools, parks, retail and major transport routes. The community focuses on low rise detached housing with a mix of lot sizes and contemporary family homes.
A boutique residential land estate offering 11 prime blocks ranging from 360m2 to 541m2 for new home construction in an established community with access to schools, parks, and amenities.
Proposed neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by a full-line Coles supermarket with approximately 18 specialty retail tenancies, food and service outlets, around 265 car parking spaces and associated access works.
A new Catholic worship complex with over 1,000 seating capacity, featuring concrete panels, extensive glazing, natural ventilation, stone-clad altar wall, grand solid timber entry doors, and external amenities including 150 carparks, landscaping, a grand entry gate, and a separate amenities block.
A master-planned residential community by AVJennings and AVID Property Group delivering around 420 new homes, including townhouses and house and land packages in Durack. Stages 2 and 3 continue the rollout of the estate with new local streets, open space and supporting infrastructure.
Two adjacent residential projects on Brentford Road, Richlands. The northern parcel (82-106 Brentford Rd) was delivered by Indigo Group as the Sienna Grove estate (61-lot subdivision, completed 2016-2018). The southern parcel (43-51 Brentford Rd) gained approval for 70 townhouses and has since been built out and occupied as a townhouse complex.
Golden Grove Estate is a 98 dwelling townhouse community at 73 Redhead Street, Doolandella, delivering three and four bedroom homes next to more than 1 hectare of parkland about 25 minutes from Brisbane CBD. Stages 1 to 5 are now complete and sold out, with the final Stage 6 townhomes under construction and expected to settle by 2027.
Completed refurbishment of Inala Library within the Inala Civic Centre. Includes modernised facilities, improved accessibility, upgraded technology infrastructure and enhanced community spaces for local residents.
The project comprises a multi-building industrial and warehousing complex across three stages, featuring five buildings accommodating 29 warehouse units with a combined gross floor area of 10,148 square metres. Development approval was granted by Brisbane City Council under Application A006248488.
Brisbane City Council road safety improvement project delivered at the intersection of Kittyhawk Avenue and Inala Avenue under the Australian Government Black Spot Program. The scope encompassed traffic signal installation, pedestrian crossing infrastructure, and revised lane geometry to address crash history.
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Estimated completion year of the 24 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 6, 2027 6, 2028 3, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 7 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 40 substantial development applications lodged in and around Inala over the past 5 years, 6 in the last 12 months; 5 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 7, 2023 7, 2024 13, 2025 8, 2026 (to Oct) 4.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 40 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 37th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 43 | ABS building approvals | 54th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 28 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Inala include: Inala Walking Network Plan (Planning); The Fairways Estate (Stages 2 & 3) (Construction); Archerfield Road, Azalea Street and Pine Road Intersection Upgrade - Inala (Planning); Progress Road Neighbourhood Shopping Centre (Planning); and 73 Government Road & 27 Orchard Road Residential Development (Dev. Application). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Inala spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Retail, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Inala compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Inala area has seen 57 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Inala's current population of 16,191 has been supported by 43 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Inala has seen 2.8 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 561 people in the suburb of Inala, 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 Inala's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 43, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Inala has grown by approximately 303 people, while 217 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.4 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.
Population growth drivers in Inala are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,191 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,599 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 15,273 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 918 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.23 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Inala was estimated to be approximately 16,191 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 16,119 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Inala has added approximately 918 people and shown a 6.01% increase from the 15,273 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Inala is estimated at 2,599 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Inala has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Inala is driven by: Overseas migration (61.0%), Natural increase (39.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 61.0% of overall population gains.
Inala'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 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 23.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.7% | 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 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 17.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.1% | 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 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Inala 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, Inala 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 Inala compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 17.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Inala compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Inala show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (17.0% vs 12.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 23.3% of the population in the suburb of Inala as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.5% of the population in the suburb of Inala as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 3% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $44,861 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $50,622 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $998 | 2021 Census, weekly | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $454 | 2021 Census, weekly | 1st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 6.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,146 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 39.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Inala is approximately $48,051. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $44,861.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Inala is approximately $54,221. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $50,622.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Inala is approximately $48,051 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $44,861 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Inala is approximately $54,221 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $50,622 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Inala's households (~29.6% / 1,422 households) is the $800 - 1,499 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Inala is the $800 - 1,499 group, representing about 29.6% 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 Inala is $998/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Inala is $1,146/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Inala is $454/wk.
The suburb of Inala's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Inala's median income among taxpayers is $44,861 and the average income stands at $50,622, which compares to figures for Greater Brisbane's of $61,668 and $77,113 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $48,051 (median) and $54,221 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Inala is $3,417 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Inala's disposable income is $3,417 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment indicates Inala faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 11.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 50.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,548 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 14,334 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,275 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Inala has approximately 5,548 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 11.6%. 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 Inala stands at 11.6%, which is 7.3 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 Inala is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are manufacturing (16.8% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.9%), and retail trade (10.2%). Other significant employers include other services and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Inala 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 Inala is 50.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Inala shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 16.8% of the local workforce compared to 6.4% across Greater Brisbane. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.6, 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 Inala'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.
Inala faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 11.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 21.1% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 59.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
11.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Inala have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
59.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Inala have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of Inala ranks in the 9th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Inala are: Certificate (21.1%), Bachelor Degree (8.6%), Advanced Diploma (7.8%).
35.5% of the population in the suburb of Inala is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.6% in primary school, 10.5% in secondary school, 4.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Inala is 915, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 6 schools within the suburb of Inala, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,130 students.
The suburb of Inala includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Inala 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 | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 24.9% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,805 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,094 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 71.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Inala had 4,805 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.0% to an estimated 5,094 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Inala is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 71.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (25.2%), group households (3.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,412 family households, couples with children account for 29.0% of all households, couples without children at home 14.5%, and single parent families 24.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Inala 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 Inala have an average of 2.0 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 35.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 40.8% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 25.2% of all households in the suburb of Inala, 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 3.9% of households, slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%.
Inala is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 48.9% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 57.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 42.1% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 73.9% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 51.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
Inala is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 48.9% of its population born overseas and 57.9% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Inala was found to be Christianity, which makes up 44.7% of people in Inala. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 14.9% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.0%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Inala are Vietnamese, comprising 25.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 0.8%, Other, comprising 19.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 9.4%, and Australian, comprising 14.8% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Brisbane's 23.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Samoan is notably overrepresented at 3.2% of Inala (vs 0.9% across Greater Brisbane), Australian Aboriginal at 5.3% (vs 2.1%) and Maori at 0.8% (vs 1.1%).
48.9% of the suburb of Inala population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
57.9% of the population in the suburb of Inala speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
5.3% of the suburb of Inala population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
73.9% of the suburb of Inala population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Inala 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 | 57.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,300 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 20th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 21.8% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $250 | 2021 Census, weekly | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Inala, 20.7% of homes are owned outright, 21.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 57.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.2% of dwellings in the suburb of Inala are houses.
In the suburb of Inala, 3.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 6.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Inala stands at 20.7%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Inala is $1,300, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Inala is $907, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Inala, households with mortgages typically spend 30.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Inala is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Inala shows mortgage holders spending 30.1% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 25.1% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Inala consists of 89.2% detached houses, 6.0% semi-detached dwellings, 3.0% apartments, and 1.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in Inala consumes approximately 21.0% of median household income ($4,321 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Inala show attached dwellings contributing 27% of approvals compared to 11% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 73% of applications versus 89% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health performance in Inala is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 45.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | |
| No long-term health condition | 71.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
Around 45.2% of people in the suburb of Inala are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Inala, 8.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
8.0% of people in the suburb of Inala are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.0% of the suburb of Inala population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Inala have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Inala, 45.2% 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 343 m away and the nearest GP 510 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 | 57 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 57th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 343 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 510 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 551 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 555 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 653 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 893 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.1 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 5 long day care centres with 424 places in Inala, about 2.7 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 Inala compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Inala ranks in the 81st percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Inala is $550 a week, +10.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Inala are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Inala's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 3% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment indicates Inala faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
Inala faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Inala 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.
Inala is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Inala is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
Health performance in Inala is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport in Inala: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Inala has an estimated 16,191 residents, up 6.0% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Inala.
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 Inala.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. 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 (SAL31388). 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, 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 Inala 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 Inala 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 | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 6.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
