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Rochedale South has an estimated 15,577 residents, up from 15,228 at the 2021 Census — a change of 349 people, or 2.3%. That puts 2,512 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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As of May 2026, the suburb of Rochedale South has a population estimated at approximately 15,577, according to an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region and new addresses confirmed by AreaSearch post-Census. Compared to the 2021 Census which counted 15,228 people, this represents an expansion of 349 people (2.3%). The latest figures were derived from the estimated resident population of 15,577, calculated by AreaSearch based on the ABS release of June 2025 ERP data combined with 81 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 2,512 persons per square kilometer, positioning the suburb of Rochedale South in the top quartile of Australian areas analyzed by AreaSearch.
About 51.0% of the recent population increase was attributed to natural increase, which acted as the main growth driver. The projections utilized by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For regions lacking this coverage, or for periods after 2032, the Queensland State Government projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used. Because the state-level figures do not detail age cohorts, proportional adjustments are applied based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections with 2022 data. In the suburb of Rochedale South, these demographic outlooks suggest the total population will decrease, with a projected contraction of 39 persons by 2041. Conversely, expansion is expected within particular age demographics, particularly the group aged 85 and over, which is forecast to rise by 499 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
226 new dwellings have been approved in Rochedale South over the past five years, an average of 45 a year. That is 2.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 43 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 79% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 16, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Building approvals data from the ABS indicates that Rochedale South averages approximately 45 residential permits per year, with a total of 226 homes approved throughout the last 5 financial years. During FY-26 to date, 15 approvals have been documented. Since local population figures fell recently, the rate of new construction has likely met demand, maintaining options for buyers. The expected construction cost for these new dwellings averages $631,000, which suggests that developers are focusing on the upscale market with premium housing options. Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $40.9 million in the current financial year, demonstrating active commercial development progress.
Per-capita building activity in Rochedale South aligns closely with Greater Brisbane, contributing to market stability, even though construction has slowed down in recent times. The volume of development is below national benchmarks, indicating a mature market that may face geographical or regulatory constraints. Approvals for recent projects consist of 79.0% separate houses and 21.0% semi-detached properties or units, preserving the local suburban feel with a focus on spacious family residences. A ratio of approximately 624 people for each building permit indicates that the local property market is highly mature. As the local population is projected to stabilize or contract, housing demand pressures are likely to ease, which could open up favorable options for prospective buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Rochedale South, worth an estimated $388 million. A further 112 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $38.6 billion. 23 are already under construction and 42 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Public works, infrastructure enhancements, and urban planning schemes are major drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has tracked 26 projects expected to affect the community. Notable developments include Stage 3 of the 319 Gardner Road Townhouses, the 566 Underwood Road Mixed Development, the Springwood Health Hub, and the Daisy Hill Koala Conservation Trails, with key details provided in the following registry.
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Citrine Townhomes
Citrine is a 90-home townhome community by Metro Property Development at 311 Gardner Road, Rochedale, 17km south of the Brisbane CBD. The two and three-storey, three and four-bedroom residences are being built by Creation Homes across three stages and include a resort-style pool, yoga lawn and BBQ facilities set amid tropical landscaping. Stage 1 has reached the defects phase with all essential services connected, Stage 2 is nearing completion, and Stage 3 continues to progress, with settlements forecast to run from late 2025 through early 2026.The circa $100 million project also includes a 1.59ha land handback to Brisbane City Council for a rehabilitated nature reserve.
Rochedale Shopping Centre and Multiple Dwellings
Approved mixed-use development on a 2.9 hectare site at 566 Underwood Road, Rochedale, combining a Centre Activities shopping precinct of seven retail buildings with 66 multiple dwelling apartments over two residential levels. The retail component includes a central pedestrian plaza, internal courtyard and multiple street and basement pedestrian access points. Residences include a mix of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments with private balconies and shared rooftop terrace amenity. The site provides basement parking across 522 spaces and has road frontage to both Underwood Road and School Road.The project is in pre-construction with an estimated completion in early 2029.
319 Gardner Road Townhouses Stage 3
Final stage of 319 Gardner Road townhouse development delivering additional contemporary homes to meet growing demand in Rochedale. Features modern architectural design and quality construction standards.
Daisy Hill Koala Conservation Trails
Feasibility study for new koala conservation trails as part of Queensland's Tracks and Trails program. Will provide enhanced recreation opportunities while protecting koala habitat in the Daisy Hill Conservation Park area.
Daisy Hill Koala Bushland Upgrades and Park Expansion
Queensland Government is continuing delivery of the long-term Daisy Hill Koala Bushland Directions Paper (2017-2027). Current planning focuses on the next stage of visitor improvements including trails, wayfinding, visitor amenities and recreation facilities following the 213 hectare expansion of Daisy Hill Conservation Park in 2024. Earlier upgrades including the revitalised Daisy Hill Koala Centre, boardwalks, picnic facilities and accessibility improvements have already been completed. No koala hospital is planned for this site.
Highland at Cornubia Residential Estate
24-lot residential land estate in Cornubia, delivered in two stages. Stage 1 sold out; Stage 2 has limited lots remaining with titles imminent. The estate provides town water, sewer, NBN and underground power, with elevated sites offering wide district views.
Lily Rochedale
Premium townhouse community by Peet Limited at 21 Lorisch Way featuring 36 architecturally designed homes. Located between park, natural waterway and shopping destination with luxury finishes and secure community environment.
Mackenzie Townhouses Development
60 townhouse development by Philip Usher Constructions at Mount Petrie Road with 3-storey maximum height, 114 car parking spaces and communal facilities. Total site area 15,395sqm.
8,699 residents of Rochedale South are employed, from a labour force of 8,947. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 71.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,329, about 73% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor pool is characterized by high skill levels and a solid presence in critical service industries, with unemployment sitting at a low 2.8%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 8,699, which reflects a jobless rate 1.6% lower than the 4.3% recorded across Greater Brisbane, while the proportion of active labor force participants matches the metropolitan benchmark of 70.4%. Census figures show that 17.7% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although this should be evaluated in the context of pandemic restrictions. The top industries for working residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
There is a notable concentration of residents working in education & training, representing 1.3 times the average share for the broader region. On the other hand, professional & technical roles account for only 7.3% of the workforce compared to the metropolitan standard of 8.9%. Because the suburb is mostly residential, local job openings seem restricted when comparing the resident workforce count to the local jobs recorded. During the 12 months ending March 2026, the local workforce size contracted by 3.2% while employment figures dropped by 3.7%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. By comparison, Greater Brisbane experienced a 3.2% rise in employment, a 3.4% expansion of the labor pool, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future labor demand can be analyzed using the May-25 long-term national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia. Mapped to the local occupational structure over five and ten-year horizons, these calculations suggest employment could grow. While country-wide employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% in five years and 13.7% in ten years with substantial variation across industries, applying these growth rates to the local employment base suggests local jobs could grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Rochedale South is $1,924 a week (about $100,000 a year), with median personal income at $840 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,610 a year against an average of $68,791. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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For the financial year 2023, tax records show that residents in Rochedale South had a median income of $54,610 and an average income of $68,791. These earnings sit slightly higher than the country-wide median, compared to Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799. Adjusting for WPI growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, the estimated earnings as of March 2026 are $60,814 for the median and $76,606 for the average. Census data from 2021 indicates local personal, family, and household incomes place near the 58th national percentile. The primary income group falls in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, representing 37.3% of the community (5,810 people), compared to 33.3% for the metro area.
After deducting housing costs, residents retain 85.1% of their earnings for discretionary spending, putting the suburb in the 6th SEIFA income decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Rochedale South had 5,321 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 2% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $395 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month. Rent absorbs 20.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing composition in Rochedale South consists of 88.4% separate houses and 11.6% alternative housing structures like apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Brisbane metro has 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Rochedale South stands at 30.0%, which is higher than the Brisbane metro average, while mortgaged properties account for 47.0% and rental homes make up 23.0%. Median monthly mortgage costs are $1,800, which is below the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, whereas median weekly rents are $395, which is higher than the Brisbane metro average of $380.
On a national level, monthly repayments are below the Australian median of $1,863, but rental rates are higher than the country-wide median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Rochedale South counted 5,321 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 77% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the majority of local households at 78.8%, which includes 39.0% couples raising children, 26.5% couples without children, and 12.4% single parent homes. The remaining 21.2% consist of non-family living arrangements, where 18.7% are single-person households and 2.6% are group shared homes. With a median occupancy of 2.8 people, household sizes are larger than the Greater Brisbane median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
27.7% of adults in Rochedale South hold a university qualification, including 19.0% with a bachelor degree and 5.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 24.9% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 973 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,021 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The proportion of tertiary-qualified individuals is high, with 27.7% of residents aged 15+ possessing university degrees, compared to 16.2% in the SA4 region and 20.6% in the SA3 area. Undergraduate degrees are held by 19.0% of the population, while 5.9% have postgraduate degrees and 2.8% have graduate diplomas. Vocational and technical training is also common, with 36.8% of residents aged 15+ holding credentials, including 11.9% with advanced diplomas and 24.9% holding certificate qualifications. A large proportion of the local population is studying, with 30.0% of residents currently enrolled in educational programs.
Of this cohort, primary school students represent 10.8%, secondary school students comprise 8.7%, and university or college students make up 4.9%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Rochedale South reaches 77 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 240 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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There is 77 active bus stops in Rochedale South, which are served by 6 routes that offer 241 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is very high, with the average distance to the nearest stop being 197 meters. Because the community is mostly residential, many workers travel outside the suburb, with 88% commuting by car and 8% utilizing the bus. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars, which is higher than the regional rate. Census figures from 2021 indicate 17.7% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Frequency of services averages 34 daily trips across all routes, which is equivalent to about 3 weekly trips at each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
69.6% of residents in Rochedale South report no long-term health condition. 4.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health statistics align closely with national averages in terms of mortality and chronic disease trends, showing typical rates of common medical conditions across all age brackets. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is strong, with about 54% of residents (~8,483 people) holding policies. The most prevalent health diagnoses among residents are asthma and mental health concerns, affecting 8.3% and 8.4% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 69.6% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health statistics for working-age individuals are average. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 16.8% of the community (2,616 people), compared to 15.1% regionally.
Older residents enjoy favorable health trends, with rankings that correspond closely to national benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.4% of Rochedale South residents were born overseas and 19.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (25.5%) and Australian (23.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in the area is higher than in most locations, with 27.4% of residents born outside Australia and 19.0% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 52.1% of the local population. A key statistical deviation is the Other category, which accounts for 1.9% of residents compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding heritage and parental country of origin, the three largest ancestries are English at 25.5%, Australian at 23.6%, and Other at 10.1%. Several communities show higher representation than the regional norms, with New Zealand ancestry accounting for 1.4% of residents (compared to 1.0% in Greater Brisbane), Korean ancestry at 1.5% (compared to 0.5%), and Maori heritage at 1.3% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Rochedale South is 37. 24.3% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age is 37 years, which is similar to the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, there is a larger share of residents aged 75 - 84 (6.8%) and a smaller share of residents aged 25 - 34 (11.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 11.4% to 13.3%, and the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 5.0% to 6.8%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 group fell from 12.5% to 11.0%, and the 65 to 74 group decreased from 9.4% to 8.0%.
Long-term modeling suggests significant shifts by 2041, with the group aged 85+ expected to grow by 152%, adding 474 people to total 786. Residents aged 65+ are expected to account for 65% of all population growth, emphasizing the suburb's aging trend, while the groups aged 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 are anticipated to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Rochedale South
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 10 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 81 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,228 at the 2021 Census → 15,577 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32448). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.