Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Milton (Qld) has an estimated 4,265 residents, up 35.7% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Milton (Qld).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Directly adjoining Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Milton (Qld) is characterised by an eclectic mix of cafes, dining spots, antique shops, and independent boutiques, alongside art galleries and heritage architecture that reflect its historical character. Leafy streets, scenic hillside views, and popular community parklands create an appealing atmosphere that balances inner-city convenience with a distinct neighbourhood identity. Sport and cultural events are central to the district's profile, centered on the landmark Suncorp Stadium hosting major rugby and football fixtures. From a demographic and market standpoint, the area has undergone strong expansion driven by an influx of young professionals, exhibiting high population density and prominent growth drivers.
As of Aug 2026, the estimated resident population (ERP) for the suburb of Milton (Qld) stands at approximately 4,265, based on AreaSearch analysis of annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly updates to national address records.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Directly adjoining Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Milton (Qld) is characterised by an eclectic mix of cafes, dining spots, antique shops, and independent boutiques, alongside art galleries and heritage architecture that reflect its historical character. Leafy streets, scenic hillside views, and popular community parklands create an appealing atmosphere that balances inner-city convenience with a distinct neighbourhood identity. Sport and cultural events are central to the district's profile, centered on the landmark Suncorp Stadium hosting major rugby and football fixtures. From a demographic and market standpoint, the area has undergone strong expansion driven by an influx of young professionals, exhibiting high population density and prominent growth drivers.
As of Aug 2026, the estimated resident population (ERP) for the suburb of Milton (Qld) stands at approximately 4,265, based on AreaSearch analysis of annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly updates to national address records.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,579 in 2006 and 3,993 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,265 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 34.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.8%.
Milton (Qld) ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 93rd for amenities.
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 Milton (Qld) is $730 a week, up 12.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 16% above Greater Brisbane.
16% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $538 in 2017, $670 in 2021; Units (dashed orange line): $465 in 2017, $752 in 2026. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $730 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +12.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $752 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane Inner - West | $648 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Brisbane Inner - West, over 12 months | +10.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane Inner City | $628 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane Inner City, over 12 months | +9.8% | 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 113 tracked applications: 97 approved, 12 under assessment, 4 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Milton (Qld) (2 under construction) and 146 more in the surrounding area.
Quartet Milton is a premium 18-storey apartment tower at 33 Manning Street, Milton, delivering approximately 130 curated 2 and 3-bedroom residences designed by Rothelowman with interiors by Cera Stribley.
Major mixed-use masterplan redevelopment of the 1.5ha Kings Row office park at 50 McDougall Street, Milton by Shayher Group (Shayher Alliance). The $300M+ proposal by Urbis features four towers of 30 to 37 storeys comprising residential apartments, serviced apartments, short-term accommodation, vertical retirement living, office and retail uses, set around…
A $250 million major campus expansion featuring a 10-storey health precinct and accommodation tower. Delivered by Hutchinson Builders for UnitingCare Queensland, the project includes Brisbane's largest private comprehensive cancer centre, day surgery operating theatres, radiology, and 200 basement car parks.
Redevelopment of the former Holy Spirit Catholic Church site into an integrated seniors living community. The approved master plan incorporates three buildings comprising 87 independent living units and a 108-bed residential aged care facility, alongside extensive communal wellness and dining amenities while retaining the local heritage-listed church.
West Village is a $1.3 billion award-winning urban village located on 2.6 hectares in West End, Brisbane. The precinct features the adaptive reuse of the heritage-listed Peters Ice Cream factory, 14,000sqm of retail space anchored by a full-line Woolworths, 20,000sqm of commercial office space, and significant public open space including Mollison Green.
A mixed-use build-to-rent development featuring 103 apartments across a collection of three tiered towerettes ranging from 10 to 18 storeys. The project includes a 700 sq m publicly accessible landscaped ground plane, retail, commercial, and community spaces.
A 12-storey luxury mixed-use development by Lantona, featuring 36 high-end residences including 3 and 4-bedroom apartments and penthouses. Designed by Ryall Smyth Architects and built by Brisbane Builders, the project offers premium amenities such as a rooftop pool and outdoor leisure spaces with panoramic views of the Brisbane River and city skyline.
Callista on Park is the final 14-storey residential stage of the West Village master-planned community in Brisbane's West End. It features 96 luxury 2-4 bedroom residences designed by Rothelowman, emphasizing indoor-outdoor living and heritage integration with views of the Peters Ice Cream Factory.
Halo is a 34-level build-to-rent residential tower in South Brisbane featuring 275 apartments. Designed by Woods Bagot, the project was originally conceived by Aria Property Group before being acquired and repositioned as a rental-only development by Kio Investment Management.
The Roma Street Cross River Rail Priority Development Area covers about 32 hectares on the western edge of Brisbane's city centre, including Roma Street railway station and the railyards.
Rail, Integration and Systems (RIS) package of the Cross River Rail program, delivered by the UNITY Alliance (CPB Contractors, UGL, AECOM and Jacobs). The works integrate the new Cross River Rail tunnels and stations into the Queensland Rail network.
Major Brisbane rail project delivering a new 10.2 km rail line, 5.9 km of twin tunnels under the Brisbane River and CBD, and four new underground stations at Boggo Road, Woolloongabba, Albert Street and Roma Street.
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AreaSearch has tracked 113 substantial development applications lodged in and around Milton (Qld) over the past 5 years, 18 in the last 12 months; 12 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 23, 2023 34, 2024 14, 2025 22, 2026 (to Nov) 16.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 113 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 18 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 8.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 31 | ABS building approvals | 44th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 97 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Milton include: Ruby Ruby (Construction); Quartet Milton (Approved); Paddington Boutique Developments (Ti-Tree & Given Terrace Precinct) (Construction); The Governess, 49 Reading Street (Construction); and Kings Row Redevelopment (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Milton spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
The suburb of Milton ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Milton higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Milton area has seen 152 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Milton's current population of 4,265 has been supported by 31 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Milton has seen 8.3 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 51 people in the suburb of Milton, 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 Milton's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 31, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Milton has grown by approximately 878 people, while 157 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Milton lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,265 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +35.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,763 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 90th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +5.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +5.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,144 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,121 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +6.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +4.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.13 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Milton was estimated to be approximately 4,265 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,993 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of milton has added approximately 1,121 people and shown a 35.66% increase from the 3,144 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Milton is estimated at 3,774 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Milton has shown a compound annual growth rate of 5.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Milton is driven by: Overseas migration (72.0%), Natural increase (28.000000000000004%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 72.0% of overall population gains.
Milton hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 4% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 30 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 4th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 52.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 67.7% | 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 | 30 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 2.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 18.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 34.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 4.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Milton at 30 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 30 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 30 years as at August 2026, Milton is 6 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 8 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 Milton compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 34.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Milton compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 4.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Milton show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (34.5% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.4% vs 1.8%) and 5-14 year-olds (4.2% vs 12.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 6.8% of the population in the suburb of Milton as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 7.6% of the population in the suburb of Milton as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 77% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,348 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $111,986 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,087 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,183 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,622 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Milton is approximately $74,279. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,348.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Milton is approximately $119,948. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $111,986.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Milton is approximately $74,279 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,348 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Milton is approximately $119,948 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $111,986 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Milton's households (~37.7% / 571 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Milton is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.7% of households. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 33.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Milton is $2,087/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Milton is $2,622/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Milton is $1,183/wk.
The suburb of Milton's income level is among the top percentile nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Milton's median income among taxpayers is $69,348 and the average income stands at $111,986, 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 $74,279 (median) and $119,948 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Milton is $7,377 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of milton's disposable income is $7,377 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment environment in Milton shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 82.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,950 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,265 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,084 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Milton has approximately 2,950 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Milton stands at 4.3%, which is broadly in line with Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Milton is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (18.0% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.1%), and accommodation & food (9.1%). Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Milton has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Milton is 82.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of milton shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 18.0% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.0, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of milton's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in Milton places it within the top 8% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 39.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 14.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 58.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 21.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 16.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
58.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Milton have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
21.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Milton have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of milton ranks in the 92th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Milton are: Bachelor Degree (39.8%), Postgraduate (14.7%), Certificate (10.7%).
31.4% of the population in the suburb of Milton is currently engaged in formal education, including 4.3% in primary school, 3.2% in secondary school, 16.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Milton is 1146, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Milton, with a combined enrollment of approximately 696 students.
The suburb of milton includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Milton features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.0 people | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 39.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,513 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,052 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 47.7% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.6 per family | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Milton had 1,513 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 35.6% to an estimated 2,052 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Milton is 2.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 47.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (39.9%), group households (12.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 722 family households, couples with children account for 13.0% of all households, couples without children at home 28.3%, and single parent families 4.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Milton shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 39.9% (versus 23.6% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 47.7% compared to 71.7% in Greater Brisbane. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 26.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 63.6% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 39.9% of all households in the suburb of Milton, higher than 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 12.6% of households, above the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Milton 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 | 37.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 24.9% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 75.1% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 74.2% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 63.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
Milton was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 24.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 37.0% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Milton, at 35.9% of people, although more residents (55.9%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Milton are English, comprising 24.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 18.0% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Brisbane's 23.2%, and Other, comprising 11.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Spanish is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Milton (vs 0.4% across Greater Brisbane), French at 0.9% (vs 0.5%) and Korean at 0.9% (vs 0.5%).
37.0% of the suburb of Milton population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
24.9% of the population in the suburb of Milton speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
0.9% of the suburb of Milton population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
74.2% of the suburb of Milton population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Milton features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 70.0% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,950 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 17.8% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $435 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 51st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Milton, 12.1% of homes are owned outright, 17.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 70.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 21.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Milton are houses.
In the suburb of Milton, 76.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Milton stands at 12.1%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Milton is $1,950, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Milton is $1,666, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Milton, households with mortgages typically spend 21.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Milton is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Milton shows mortgage holders spending 21.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 20.8% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Milton consists of 21.1% detached houses, 2.1% semi-detached dwellings, 76.9% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Milton consumes approximately 18.4% of median household income ($9,037 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Milton show attached dwellings contributing 89% of approvals compared to 79% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 11% of applications versus 21% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Milton is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Milton's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 70.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 91st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 76.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
Around 70.1% of people in the suburb of Milton are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Milton, 1.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
7.9% of people in the suburb of Milton are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 1.9% of the suburb of Milton population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.2% of people in the suburb of Milton have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Milton, 70.1% 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 277 m away and the nearest school 284 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 | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest fitness centre | 145 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 230 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 277 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 284 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 296 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 354 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 382 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 403 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.8 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 3 long day care centres with 320 places in Milton (Qld), about 0.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Milton higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Milton has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 3% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Milton (Qld) is $730 a week, +12.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Milton lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Milton hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 4% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 77% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The employment environment in Milton shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
Educational achievement in Milton places it within the top 8% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Milton features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
Milton 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.
Milton features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
Milton's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport in Milton (Qld): transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Milton (Qld) has an estimated 4,265 residents, up 35.7% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Milton (Qld).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Milton (Qld).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 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 (SAL31847). 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 (Jun 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 Milton (Qld) from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Milton (Qld) with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 25.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
