Redlynch

Population growth drivers in Redlynch are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, Redlynch's estimated population is around 11,177 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 606 people (5.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,571 people. The change was inferred from the resident population of 11,051 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 236 validated new addresses since the Census date. Over the past decade, Redlynch has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%, outpacing its SA4 region. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 59.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth were positive factors. AreaSearch is adopting 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. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Examining future population trends, a population increase just below the median of non-metropolitan areas nationally is expected. The Redlynch SA2 is projected to expand by 1,494 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 14.4% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers for Redlynch indicates an average of 97 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 486 homes were approved, with a further 30 approved in FY-26 to date. This averages out to about 1.4 new residents arriving per new home over the past five financial years.

The average construction value of these properties is $369,000. In terms of commercial development, Redlynch has registered $24.8 million in approvals this year. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Redlynch has seen slightly more development, with 24.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years.

This maintains good buyer choice and supports existing property values. However, building activity has slowed in recent years. The majority of new building activity consists of detached dwellings (98.0%), maintaining Redlynch's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. With around 155 people per dwelling approval, this further emphasizes the area's low density characteristics. Population forecasts indicate Redlynch will gain approximately 1,611 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects that could affect this region. Notable projects include Cairns Western Arterial Road Duplication, Larsen Place Estate, Bel Plas Estate, and Currunda Creek Development. The following list details those likely to have the most relevance.

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

Redlynch has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 1.6%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, Redlynch has 6,655 residents employed, with an unemployment rate 2.5% lower than Rest of Qld's 4.1%. Workforce participation in Redlynch is high at 73.9%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The area specializes in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, at 2.2% compared to Rest of Qld's 4.5%. Local employment opportunities appear limited, as shown by Census data comparing working population and resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, Redlynch's labour force decreased by 1.7%, while employment declined by 2.3%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point rise in unemployment. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment grow by 1.7% and labour force growth by 2.1%, with a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01%, losing 1,210 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia indicate overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Redlynch's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Redlynch has an income median of $53,418 and an average income of $66,043. This is below the national average. Rest of Qld's figures are a median income of $53,146 and an average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Redlynch would be approximately $58,712 (median) and $72,588 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals that incomes in Redlynch rank highly nationally, between the 79th and 84th percentiles. The predominant income cohort spans 38.0% of locals (4,247 people) in the $1,500 - $2,999 category, consistent with broader trends showing 31.7% in the same category. A substantial proportion of high earners (33.7%) indicates strong economic capacity throughout Redlynch. Housing accounts for 13.9% of income, and residents rank within the 85th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Redlynch is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Redlynch's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 90.8% houses and 9.3% other types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). Non-Metro Qld had 80.8% houses and 19.2% others. Home ownership in Redlynch was 25.1%, with mortgages at 52.7% and rentals at 22.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,842, above Non-Metro Qld's $1,733. Median weekly rent was $440 in Redlynch, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $390. Nationally, Redlynch's mortgage repayments were below the average of $1,863, while rents were above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 84.1% of all households, including 47.2% couples with children, 24.3% couples without children, and 12.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 15.9%, with lone person households at 13.4% and group households making up 2.5%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Redlynch shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 28.8% among residents aged 15+, surpassing both the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA4 region average of 21.1%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 20.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.9%) and graduate diplomas (3.2%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 38.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 13.1% and certificates at 25.2%.

Educational participation is high, with 37.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.7% in primary education, 12.6% in secondary education, and 4.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis shows 14 active stops operating in Redlynch, offering mixed bus services. These are served by 3 routes, together facilitating 351 weekly passenger trips. Resident access to transport is limited, with typical distances to nearest stop being 1544 meters.

Average daily service frequency across all routes is 50 trips, resulting in about 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

Redlynch's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Redlynch's health outcomes data shows exceptional results, with younger age groups having particularly low prevalence rates for common health conditions.

The area has a private health cover rate of approximately 53%, higher than the average SA2 area (~5,965 people). Mental health issues and arthritis were the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 6.9% and 5.5% of residents respectively. A total of 76.8% of residents reported having no medical ailments, compared to 73.1% in Rest of Qld. Redlynch has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 10.8% (1,207 people), compared to the 16.7% in Rest of Qld. However, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population, despite being above average.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Redlynch was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Redlynch's cultural diversity was above average, with 23.4% of its population born overseas and 13.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Redlynch, accounting for 48.4% of people. Judaism was overrepresented compared to regional averages, comprising 0.1% of Redlynch's population versus 0.2%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (28.0%), Australian (25.1%), and Other (9.3%). Notable divergences included Korean at 0.7% (versus 0.4% regionally), South African at 0.7% (versus 0.5%), and New Zealand at 0.9% (matching regional levels).

Redlynch's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Redlynch's median age is 37 years, which is significantly below the Rest of Qld average of 41 and essentially aligned with Australia's median age of 38. Compared to the Rest of Qld average, the 5-14 cohort is notably over-represented at 16.8% in Redlynch, while the 65-74 year-olds are under-represented at 6.1%. Following the Census conducted on 2021-Aug-3, the population aged 15 to 24 grew from 12.7% to 14.6%, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 18.6% to 16.8%. Demographic modeling suggests Redlynch's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 cohort shows the strongest projected growth, increasing by 41% to reach 1,485 residents. Conversely, both the 5 to 14 and 15 to 24 age groups are projected to see reduced numbers.