Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Pine Mountain (Qld) has an estimated 1,742 residents, up 2.8% since the 2021 Census, with 22 projects tracked in the area around Pine Mountain (Qld).
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Pine Mountain (Qld) is located 33 kilometres west-southwest from Brisbane CBD and has an estimated population of around 1,742 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. This represents minimal change from the 1,695 people recorded at the 2021 Census. The community is characterised by a strong representation of residents aged 45 to 54, a very high proportion of married families, and family households, particularly couples with children. Detached housing is prominent, alongside high levels of mortgaged homes. The area also has strong educational qualifications and above-average median household income.
Population growth remains limited. The location is also characterised by lush green landscapes, rolling hills and picturesque surroundings, a welcoming community, heritage-listed sites reflecting local culture and architecture, and recreational options including parks, sporting facilities and other leisure pursuits for varied ages and interests.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Pine Mountain (Qld) is located 33 kilometres west-southwest from Brisbane CBD and has an estimated population of around 1,742 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. This represents minimal change from the 1,695 people recorded at the 2021 Census. The community is characterised by a strong representation of residents aged 45 to 54, a very high proportion of married families, and family households, particularly couples with children. Detached housing is prominent, alongside high levels of mortgaged homes. The area also has strong educational qualifications and above-average median household income.
Population growth remains limited. The location is also characterised by lush green landscapes, rolling hills and picturesque surroundings, a welcoming community, heritage-listed sites reflecting local culture and architecture, and recreational options including parks, sporting facilities and other leisure pursuits for varied ages and interests.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,306 in 2006 and 1,742 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 18.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.8%.
Pine Mountain (Qld) ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 96th for education.
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 Pine Mountain (Qld) is $571 a week, for the 12 months to Jun 2026 and 15% below Greater Brisbane.
15% below Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $331 in 2017, $584 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $270 in 2017, $419 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $571 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $584 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $419 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Ipswich Inner | $548 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Ipswich | $578 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, Greater Brisbane | $674 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $672 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 22 projects in and around Pine Mountain (Qld), 8 of them under construction.
Construction is underway on a Woolworths-anchored neighbourhood shopping centre at West Brassall / Emerald Hill. The project spans about 25,500 sqm and will deliver about 6,000 sqm of retail space, including a full-line Woolworths supermarket, approximately 15 specialty shops and kiosks, BWS, food and service tenancies, a medical and health precinct…
Masterplanned house and land estate in Brassall, Ipswich, delivering new residential lots with local roads, drainage, and landscaping in staged releases. Close to schools, shopping, and transport with house and land packages marketed by Tribeca.
Completed expansion delivering 51 new 2-bedroom rental villas within Eureka Gainsborough Lifestyle Village, including refurbished community facilities (pool house and community room). Staged handover in 2023 with final 11 villas completed and fully leased by Feb 2024.
Ipswich City Council approved a two-stage multiple dwelling project for 104 apartments (22 x 1-bedroom and 82 x 2-bedroom) across five titles at 28-30 Lowry St, 45-47 Flint St and 12 Pelican St (Approval: 2367/2016/MCU).
The $276 million Cunningham Highway upgrade will enhance one of the region's major arterial roads. This project aims to improve safety, reduce travel times, and accommodate increasing traffic volumes between Ipswich and surrounding areas.
The $10 billion Inland Rail project will pass through Ipswich, enhancing freight connectivity between Brisbane and Melbourne. This project will create new business opportunities, support industrial growth, and stimulate economic activity in Ipswich.
Stage 6 delivers the final missing link of the Brassall Bikeway, connecting the existing pathway at North Ipswich to the Ipswich CBD across the Bremer River. The scope includes a dedicated lift and ramp infrastructure linking the riverbank bikeway level directly to the Bradfield Bridge.
Ipswich Hospital Stage 2 is a $710 million expansion of the public hospital in Ipswich, Queensland, delivered by Queensland Health and West Moreton Health.
A three-stage bus network improvement program for Ipswich funded by a $70 million state investment. Stage 1 commenced in November 2025, introducing four new routes (501, 520, 522, 523) and upgrades to existing services, benefiting over 42,300 residents. Stage 2 (late 2026) and Stage 3 (2027) are in planning to extend services to Yamanto, Ripley, and Karalee.
Stage 1 focuses on the redevelopment of the North Ipswich Reserve, featuring a new contemporary Western Grandstand with a minimum of 2,000 seats, new field lighting, and upgraded player facilities including changerooms and medical rooms.
The Terrace complex consists of two nine-storey and two 11-storey buildings, totaling 31,000sq m. Developed by Christopher Zenonos in Brisbane, the project includes an increase to 303 apartments and basement levels with flood immunity.
A residential development with 472 modern one and two-bedroom apartments in mid-rise buildings, located adjacent to the Riverlink Shopping Centre. The project includes over 600 car parking spaces and community-focused features such as a lap pool, BBQ areas, a community garden, and shared office spaces.
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Estimated completion year of the 8 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 2, 2027 4, 2028 0, 2029 0, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1. 9 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 1.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 16th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 2 | ABS building approvals | 8th percentile nationally |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Pine Mountain area has seen 10 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Pine Mountain's current population of 1,742 has been supported by 2 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Pine Mountain has seen 1.4 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 347 people in the suburb of Pine Mountain, 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 Pine Mountain's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 2, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the suburb of Pine Mountain has seen 12 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Pine Mountain include: Ipswich Smart City Program (Construction); Ipswich Better Bus Network (Construction); Ipswich AOD Residential Rehabilitation Facility (West Moreton Recovery) (Completed); Centenary Motorway (Darra - Yamanto), planning (Proposed); and Ipswich to Springfield Central Public Transport Corridor (I2S) (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Pine Mountain spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Health & Medical, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
The suburb of Pine Mountain ranks in the top 20% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
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.
Pine Mountain is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,742 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 45 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,695 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 47 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 38.66 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Pine Mountain was estimated to be approximately 1,742 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,742 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of pine mountain has added approximately 47 people and shown a 2.77% increase from the 1,695 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Pine Mountain is estimated at 45 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Pine Mountain has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Pine Mountain is driven by: Natural increase (56.00000000000001%), Overseas migration (44.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 56.00000000000001% of overall population gains.
Pine Mountain's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 67th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.8% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 18.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Pine Mountain at 43 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Pine Mountain is 7 years older than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Pine Mountain compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 18.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Pine Mountain compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Pine Mountain show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 45-54 year-olds (18.6% vs 12.2%) and 55-64 year-olds (14.7% vs 10.4%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (5.4% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.9% of the population in the suburb of Pine Mountain as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.4% of the population in the suburb of Pine Mountain as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 8% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $70,471 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $79,879 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,604 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $985 | 2021 Census, weekly | 77th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,706 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 10.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Pine Mountain is approximately $75,481. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $70,471.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Pine Mountain is approximately $85,558. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $79,879.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Pine Mountain is approximately $75,481 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,471 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Pine Mountain is approximately $85,558 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $79,879 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Pine Mountain's households (~32.9% / 179 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Pine Mountain is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.9% 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 Pine Mountain is $2,604/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Pine Mountain is $2,706/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Pine Mountain is $985/wk.
The suburb of Pine Mountain shows a median taxpayer income of $70,471 and an average of $79,879 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is very high nationally, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's median income of $61,668 and average income of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $75,481 (median) and $85,558 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Pine Mountain is $9,925 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of pine mountain's disposable income is $9,925 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Pine Mountain performing better than 99% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 77.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,085 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,449 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,101 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Pine Mountain has approximately 1,085 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.5%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Pine Mountain stands at 1.5%, which is 2.8 percentage points below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Pine Mountain is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (14.5% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.0%), and education & training (11.4%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Pine Mountain 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 Pine Mountain is 77.0%, 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 pine mountain shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 14.5% of the local workforce compared to 9.0% across Greater Brisbane. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of pine mountain's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Pine Mountain demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 21.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
21.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Pine Mountain have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
34.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Pine Mountain have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of pine mountain ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Pine Mountain are: Certificate (31.9%), Bachelor Degree (14.7%), Advanced Diploma (12.1%).
31.3% of the population in the suburb of Pine Mountain is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.8% in primary school, 12.4% in secondary school, 4.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
Pine Mountain features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 49.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.9% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 544 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 559 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 88.4% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Pine Mountain had 544 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.8% to an estimated 559 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Pine Mountain is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 88.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (9.4%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.4%).
Of the 481 family households, couples with children account for 49.8% of all households, couples without children at home 30.9%, and single parent families 7.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Pine Mountain shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 88.4% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 9.4% compared to 23.6% in Greater Brisbane. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Pine Mountain have an average of 1.8 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 57.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.9% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 9.4% of all households in the suburb of Pine Mountain, notably lower 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 1.8% of households, below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Pine Mountain placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.3% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 95.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 89.8% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
Pine Mountain was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.8% of its population born in Australia, 95.3% being citizens, and 97.3% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Pine Mountain was found to be Christianity, which makes up 59.1% of people in Pine Mountain. This compares to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Pine Mountain are English, comprising 33.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 26.8%, Australian, comprising 31.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 23.2%, and Scottish, comprising 8.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 7.6% of Pine Mountain (vs 4.2% across Greater Brisbane), Dutch at 2.0% (vs 1.2%) and Hungarian at 0.3% (vs 0.2%).
10.2% of the suburb of Pine Mountain population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
2.7% of the population in the suburb of Pine Mountain speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.1% of the suburb of Pine Mountain population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
95.3% of the suburb of Pine Mountain population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Pine Mountain is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 34.2% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 100.0% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,100 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 59.6% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 15.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 8th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Pine Mountain, 34.2% of homes are owned outright, 59.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 6.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 100.0% of dwellings in the suburb of Pine Mountain are houses.
In the suburb of Pine Mountain, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Pine Mountain stands at 34.2%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Pine Mountain is $2,100, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Pine Mountain is $1,359, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Pine Mountain, households with mortgages typically spend 18.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 15.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Pine Mountain is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Pine Mountain shows mortgage holders spending 18.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 15.4% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Pine Mountain consists of 100.0% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Pine Mountain consumes approximately 12.1% of median household income ($11,275 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Pine Mountain show attached dwellings contributing 20% of approvals compared to 0% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 80% of applications versus 100% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Pine Mountain is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 57.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.0% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.2% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
Around 57.1% of people in the suburb of Pine Mountain are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Pine Mountain, 4.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
9.2% of people in the suburb of Pine Mountain are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.8% of the suburb of Pine Mountain population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.1% of people in the suburb of Pine Mountain have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Pine Mountain, 57.1% 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 2.2 km away and the nearest supermarket 3.7 km.
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 | 7 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 7th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 3.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 5.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 6.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 6.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 7.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Pine Mountain, placing the area among the bottom 15% of areas assessed nationally.
Pine Mountain has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Pine Mountain (Qld) is $571 a week for the 12 months to Jun 2026.
Pine Mountain is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Pine Mountain's median age exceeds the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 8% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Pine Mountain performing better than 99% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Pine Mountain demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Pine Mountain features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The latest Census data sees Pine Mountain placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Pine Mountain is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Pine Mountain is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
Transport in Pine Mountain (Qld): transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Pine Mountain (Qld) has an estimated 1,742 residents, up 2.8% since the 2021 Census, with 22 projects tracked in the area around Pine Mountain (Qld).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 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 Pine Mountain (Qld).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL32325). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Pine Mountain (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 Pine Mountain (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 | 2.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
