Pine Mountain (Qld)

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, as of Feb 2026 the suburb of Pine Mountain (Qld) has an estimated population of around 1,740. This reflects an increase of 45 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,695 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 1,736 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 14 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 45 persons per square kilometer. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by natural growth, contributing approximately 56% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, are adopted. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth of national statistical areas is anticipated for the suburb. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to increase by 67 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of approximately 3% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Pine Mountain is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Pine Mountain has recorded approximately five residential properties granted approval annually. Between the financial years 2021 (FY-21) and 2025 (FY-25), around twenty-five homes were approved, with an additional five approved in FY-26 to date. Despite a falling population during this period, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a well-balanced market with good buyer choice.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $390,000, which is slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments. In FY-26, $449,000 worth of commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Pine Mountain records significantly lower building activity, with 76.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. Nationally, Pine Mountain's building activity is also lower, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints.

Recent development has consisted entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 862 people, indicating a quiet, low activity development environment. Population forecasts indicate Pine Mountain will gain fifty-three residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Pine Mountain has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified three major projects that could impact this region. Notable projects include the South East Queensland Inland Rail Project, Cunningham Highway Upgrade, Ipswich City Plan 2025, and Ipswich Better Bus Network. The following details those projects likely to have the most relevance.

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Employment conditions in Pine Mountain rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Pine Mountain has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 1.7% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.6%. As of September 2025, 1,013 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 2.3% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation is 73.5%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 13.9% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The area specializes in construction with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level, while professional & technical services show lower representation at 5.1%.

Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 3.6% and labour force by 2.9%, reducing unemployment by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane had employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with a 0.5 percentage point drop in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Pine Mountain's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Pine Mountain had a median income among taxpayers of $63,227. The average income stood at $72,159. Both figures are above the national averages of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively in Greater Brisbane. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Pine Mountain would be approximately $69,493 (median) and $79,310 (average) as of September 2025. Census data from 2021 shows that incomes in Pine Mountain rank highly nationally, between the 77th and 92nd percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income analysis reveals that the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominates with 32.8% of residents (570 people), which is similar to the metropolitan region where 33.3% occupy this bracket. Pine Mountain demonstrates affluence with 41.4% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retain 88.0% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Pine Mountain is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Pine Mountain's dwellings were entirely houses as per the latest Census, unlike Brisbane metro which had 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Pine Mountain was 34.2%, with mortgaged properties at 59.6% and rented ones at 6.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,100, higher than Brisbane's $1,863. Median weekly rent in Pine Mountain was $400, compared to Brisbane's $380. Nationally, Pine Mountain's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Pine Mountain features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 89.0% of all households, including 49.8% couples with children, 30.9% couples without children, and 7.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 11.0%, with lone person households at 9.4% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

Pine Mountain trail regional benchmarks indicate that 21.8% of residents aged 15 years and older hold university degrees, compared to Greater Brisbane's 30.5%. This disparity suggests potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 14.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent among residents aged 15 years and older, with 44.0% holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 12.1% and certificates at 31.9%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.4% in secondary education, 9.8% in primary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Pine Mountain has two active public transport stops, both offering bus services. These stops are served by one route in total, providing 16 weekly passenger trips combined. Transport accessibility is limited, with residents typically living 1414 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily due to Pine Mountain being primarily residential. Cars remain the dominant transport mode at 95%. On average, there are 2.4 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 13.9% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages two trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately eight weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Pine Mountain is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Pine Mountain faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions prevalent across all age groups but more so among older cohorts. Approximately 56% of Pine Mountain's total population (~970 people) has private health cover. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 9.4% and 9.2% of residents respectively. 69.0% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Working-age residents have an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 15.7% of residents aged 65 and over (273 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

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, surveyed in 2016, had a population where 89.8% were born in Australia, 95.3% were citizens, and 97.3% spoke English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, with 59.1%. This is higher than Greater Brisbane's 47.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (33.7%), Australian (31.0%), and Scottish (8.4%). Notably, German (7.6%) and Dutch (2.0%) were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 4.2% and 1.2%, respectively. Hungarian representation was also higher at 0.3%.

Pine Mountain's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Pine Mountain is 43 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and Australia's national median age of 38 years. The 45-54 age group comprises 18.3% of the population in Pine Mountain, compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25-34 age group makes up 5.4%. This concentration of the 45-54 age group is notably higher than the national average of 12.0%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 65-74 age group has grown from 7.7% to 9.6%, and the 75-84 cohort has increased from 3.3% to 5.0%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 15.6% to 13.8%, and the 25-34 age group has dropped from 7.1% to 5.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Pine Mountain. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 48% (42 people), reaching 129 from 87. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 83% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 0-4 and 55-64 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.