Joyner

Joyner lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population for the Joyner statistical area (Lv2) is around 4,085. This figure reflects a growth of 485 people since the 2021 Census, marking an increase of 13.5%. The resident population estimate of 4,011 by AreaSearch, following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 258 validated new addresses since the Census date, indicates this level of population density. This results in a ratio of 486 persons per square kilometer, suggesting significant space per person and potential room for further development. The Joyner's growth rate exceeded the national average of 9.7% since the 2021 Census, also surpassing the SA4 region's growth rate. Natural growth contributed approximately 50.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers such as overseas and interstate migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. Future population trends forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of national statistical areas. By 2041, the Joyner (SA2) is expected to expand by 1,441 persons, reflecting an overall increase of 31.7% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Joyner among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows approximately 51 new homes approved annually in Joyner over the past five financial years, totalling around 255 homes. As of FY-26, 57 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.6 new residents per year are associated with each new home built between FY-21 and FY-25, suggesting balanced supply and demand, stable market conditions, and an average construction cost value of $342,000 per new home. Commercial approvals in FY-26 totaled $718,000, indicating limited commercial development activity.

Detached dwellings accounted for 88.0% of new building activity, with townhouses or apartments comprising the remaining 12.0%, maintaining Joyner's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The area has approximately 61 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market.

AreaSearch estimates project Joyner to grow by 1,295 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply is expected to meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating growth beyond current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Moreton Bay Central (The Mill) - Knowledge and Innovation Precinct, Elan, Les Hughes Sports Complex Master Plan Implementation, and Les Hughes Sports Complex - Netball Clubhouse. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Joyner maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Joyner's workforce comprises skilled individuals, with essential services sectors well-represented. The unemployment rate was 4.2% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 4.6%.

As of September 2025, 2,307 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 0.2% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was 70.0%, surpassing Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction is particularly strong, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services employed only 6.1% of local workers, lower than Greater Brisbane's 8.9%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 4.6%, while labour force grew by 5.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with a 0.5 percentage point drop in unemployment. As of 25-November-25, Queensland's employment had contracted by 0.01%, losing 1,210 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Joyner's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localized population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Joyner had a median taxpayer income of $61,053 and an average income of $69,013 in financial year 2023, according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is slightly above the national average, which was $58,236 median and $72,799 average for Greater Brisbane during the same period. By September 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% suggest a median income of approximately $67,103 and an average of $75,852 in Joyner. The 2021 Census data places household, family, and personal incomes in Joyner between the 70th and 83rd percentiles nationally. In Joyner, 40.1% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, reflecting a pattern seen in the metropolitan region where 33.3% fall into this earnings band. A substantial proportion, 31.6%, earn above $3,000 per week, indicating strong economic capacity throughout the area. Housing accounts for 14.3% of income, and residents rank highly in disposable income at the 84th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Joyner is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile

The dwelling structure in Joyner, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 95.2% houses and 4.8% other dwellings including semi-detached properties, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. The home ownership level within Joyner was 27.2%, with 50.4% of dwellings mortgaged and 22.4% rented. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,000, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $430. Nationally, Joyner's median monthly mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Joyner features high concentrations of family households, with a median household size of 3.0 people

Family households account for 85.9% of all households, including 45.8% that are couples with children, 28.1% that are couples without children, and 10.8% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 14.1%, with lone person households at 12.5% and group households comprising 1.7% of the total. The median household size is 3 people.

Joyner demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Joyner Trail's residents aged 15+ have a lower university degree holders' percentage (20.8%) compared to Greater Brisbane's 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are most common among these graduates at 14.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.6%. Vocational credentials are prominent, with 41.6% of residents holding them – advanced diplomas at 11.3% and certificates at 30.3%. Educational participation is high, with 31.2% currently enrolled in formal education: primary (10.6%), secondary (10.0%), and tertiary (4.3%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.6% in primary education, 10.0% in secondary education, and 4.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Joyner has nine active public transport stops currently operating, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are served by four distinct routes, collectively facilitating 432 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility in Joyner is rated as moderate, with residents typically situated 540 meters away from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 61 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 48 weekly trips per individual stop.

Joyner's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data shows relatively positive outcomes for Joyner residents.

The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low among the general population but higher than the national average in older, at-risk cohorts. Approximately 55% (~2,228 people) of the total population has private health cover. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 9.1% and 8.6% of residents respectively. About 69.0% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 0% across Greater Brisbane. The area has 13.2% (539 people) of residents aged 65 and over. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Joyner ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Joyner's population was found to be predominantly Australian-born, with 82.0% having been born in Australia. A high proportion were also citizens, at 91.7%, and spoke English exclusively at home, at 92.2%. Christianity was the prevalent religion in Joyner, comprising 54.2% of its population, contrasting with None% across Greater Brisbane.

The top three ancestry groups were English (29.3%), Australian (28.1%), and Scottish (8.5%). Notably, South African ethnicity was overrepresented at 1.2%, Dutch at 1.7%, and German at 4.9%, compared to None% each in the regional figures.

Joyner's population is younger than the national pattern

Joyner's median age is 35 years, nearly matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years, which is somewhat younger than Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Joyner has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (15.0%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.9%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the proportion of residents aged 75-84 has grown from 3.6% to 4.4%, while the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has declined from 13.2% to 11.9%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Joyner, with the strongest projected growth in the 45-54 age group, which is expected to grow by 40%, adding 213 residents to reach a total of 745.