Nirimba (Qld)

Nirimba lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the population of the suburb of Nirimba (Qld) is estimated at around 2631 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 402 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2229 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 2429 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025, along with validation of four new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 5597 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Nirimba's growth rate of 18.0% since the 2021 Census exceeded both the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 82.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Exceptional growth is predicted over the period from 2026 to 2041, with the suburb expected to grow by 1558 persons, reflecting a gain of 51.5% in total over the 16 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates that Nirimba has seen approximately 18 new homes approved per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 90 homes. As of FY-26, 28 approvals have been recorded. On average, each home built between FY-21 and FY-25 attracts around 12.8 new residents. This demand significantly exceeds new supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $389,000. In the current financial year, there have been $97,000 in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Nirimba records roughly half the building activity per person, yet it ranks among the 88th percentile of areas assessed nationally.

Recent construction comprises 78.0% detached houses and 22.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. The location has approximately 92 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Nirimba is expected to grow by 1,356 residents through to 2041. Should current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified three projects expected to influence this region: New Bells Creek Zone Substation, Aura Boulevard and Graf Drive Duplication, and Aura Water Project. Additionally, Aura Hotel is noted. The following details the projects likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Nirimba performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Nirimba has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well-represented. As of December 2025, the unemployment rate is 1.1%, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. By this date, 1,050 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.9% below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation in Nirimba is somewhat lower at 62.5% compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. According to Census responses, only 11.8% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Health care & social assistance shows notable concentration with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 0.9%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 16.3% with employment decreasing by 16.1%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.2 percentage points. This contrasts Regional Qld where employment grew by 0.7%, labour force expanded by 1.0%, and unemployment rose 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Nirimba. These projections estimate that national employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Nirimba's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch aggregated postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2023. In Nirimba suburb, median taxpayer income was $62,890 and average income was $80,294. These figures were among the highest in Australia, compared to Regional Qld's $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated median income as of March 2026 is approximately $70,034 and average income is $89,415. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Nirimba cluster around the 69th percentile nationally. Income analysis shows that 50.7% of the population (1,333 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to the regional figure of 31.7%. High housing costs consume 21.3% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 58th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Nirimba, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 90.8% houses and 9.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Nirimba was at 7.0%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (57.0%) or rented (36.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,842, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $510. Nationally, Nirimba's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Nirimba features high concentrations of family households and group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 80.6% of all households, including 39.2% couples with children, 25.9% couples without children, and 15.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.4%, with lone person households at 14.7% and group households comprising 4.4%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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

Nirimba trail has 24.9% of residents aged 15 and above holding university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. This indicates potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 18.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 43.0% of residents aged 15 and above holding them.

Advanced diplomas account for 13.2% and certificates for 29.8%. Educational participation is high, with 33.9% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.9% in primary education, 6.3% in secondary education, and 5.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transportation in Nirimba shows two active stops currently operating, both serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are collectively providing 102 weekly passenger trips via one individual route. The accessibility to transport is rated as good, with residents typically located 319 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 96% of residents. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 11.8% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 14 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 51 weekly trips per individual stop.

Nirimba's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health data for Nirimba shows positive outcomes, aligning with national benchmarks for mortality rates and health conditions. Common health issues are seen across all age groups.

Private health cover is high at 59% (1,552 people), compared to Regional Qld's 52.5%. Mental health issues affect 9.3% of residents, while asthma impacts 9.1%. 77.0% report no medical ailments, higher than Regional Qld's 67.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Only 3.4% are aged 65 and over (89 people), lower than Regional Qld's 20.4%. Senior health outcomes are above average, matching national rankings.

In terms of cultural diversity, Nirimba records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Nirimba's cultural diversity was above average, with 11.9% speaking a language other than English at home and 24.1% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 39.1%. Judaism showed significant overrepresentation at 0.4%, compared to Regional Qld's 0.1%.

Top ancestry groups were English (29.2%), Australian (27.3%), and Other (7.6%). Maori (1.9% vs regional 0.8%), New Zealand (1.3% vs 0.9%), and South Australian (0.8% vs 0.5%) groups had notable divergences in representation.

Nirimba hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Nirimba's median age in 2027 was 27 years, which is notably lower than the Regional Queensland average of 41 and significantly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Regional Queensland, Nirimba had a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (21.0%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (2.7%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds was well above the national average of 14.6%. Between 2021 and 2027, the percentage of Nirimba's population in the 35 to 44 age group grew from 17.0% to 19.9%, while the 0 to 4 cohort increased from 11.8% to 13.5%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group declined from 24.2% to 21.0%, and the 55 to 64 age group dropped from 4.9% to 2.7%. Demographic modeling suggests that Nirimba's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 35 to 44 age cohort is projected to expand considerably, increasing by 318 people (61%) from 523 to 842. Meanwhile, the 85+ age group is expected to grow by a modest 0% (0 people).