Seven Hills (Qld)

Seven Hills lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Seven Hills (Qld) is around 3,180 people. This reflects a growth of 448 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,732 people. The increase was inferred from AreaSearch's examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 130 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 2,025 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate of 16.4% since the 2021 census surpassed both the national average (9.3%) and state averages, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 65.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 are adopted. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings based on ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 are applied where utilized. Looking ahead, an above median population growth is projected for the suburb, with an expected increase of 696 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 21.9% over the 16-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Seven Hills averaged around 35 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 176 homes. As of FY26, 17 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years, each dwelling has supported approximately 2.8 new residents on average, reflecting solid demand that supports property values. New homes are being constructed at an average cost of $516,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments.

This financial year has seen $61.5 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating high levels of local commercial activity. Recent construction comprises 48% standalone homes and 52% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements, differing from the current housing mix of 81% houses. The location has approximately 82 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market.

Population forecasts estimate Seven Hills will gain 696 residents by 2041, suggesting new housing supply should readily meet demand based on current development patterns, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

The performance of an area can significantly influenced by changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of twelve projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable among these are Minnippi Quarter - Ellen Street & Fursden Road, Brisbane Eastern Transport Corridor Upgrades, 608-618 Wynnum Road Mixed-Use Development in Morningside, and 653-655 Wynnum Road Mixed Use Development. The following list provides details on those projects likely to be most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Seven Hills shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Seven Hills has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 5.2% as of an unspecified date, with estimated employment growth of 1.7% over the past year. As of December 2025, 1,833 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 6.3%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 4.1%.

Workforce participation was 76.2%, higher than Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. A significant proportion, 29.4%, worked from home as per Census responses in December 2025, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Major employment sectors were health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training, with notable concentration in the latter at 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing employed only 3.3% of local workers compared to Greater Brisbane's 5.6%.

Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 1.7%, while labour force grew by 2.7%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.9 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment growth of 3.2% and labour force growth of 3.0%, with a slight decrease in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Seven Hills' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, although these are simplified extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Seven Hills had a median taxpayer income of $67,063 and an average income of $91,991. These figures are among the highest in Australia, compared to Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Considering Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for March 2026 would be approximately $74,681 (median) and $102,441 (average). According to the 2021 Census, Seven Hills' household, family, and personal incomes rank highly, between the 88th and 95th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows 33.0% of residents earn over $4000 weekly, differing from broader area patterns where $1,500 - 2,999 is dominant at 33.3%. The high proportion of high earners (48.3% above $3,000/week) indicates strong economic capacity in the district. Housing accounts for 14.9% of income, and residents rank in the 95th percentile for disposable income. Seven Hills' SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Seven Hills, as per the latest Census, consisted of 81.3% houses and 18.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Seven Hills was 23.5%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (48.9%) or rented (27.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,700, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,863. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $450, while Brisbane metro had $380. Nationally, Seven Hills's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 80.3% of all households, including 43.7% couples with children, 21.6% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.7%, with lone person households at 16.3% and group households comprising 3.9%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

Seven Hills' educational attainment exceeds broader standards. Among residents aged 15+, 45.5% possess university qualifications, compared to Queensland's 25.7% and Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 29.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.5%) and graduate diplomas (5.5%). Vocational pathways account for 24.6%, with advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 14.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 35.0% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary, 10.9% in secondary, and 7.2% in tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis indicates 16 active transport stops within Seven Hills, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 6 individual routes, collectively providing 521 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 198 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. Car remains the dominant mode at 80%, with 8% by train and 3% cycling. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling.

A high 29.4% of residents work from home (2021 Census). Service frequency averages 74 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 32 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Seven Hills residents have shown relatively positive health outcomes based on health data analysis by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and health conditions were found to be largely in line with national benchmarks, with common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts at a fairly standard level. Private health cover was exceptionally high in the area, with approximately 64% of the total population (2,024 people) having it, compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and 55.7% nationally.

The most common medical conditions were mental health issues and asthma, impacting 8.5 and 6.9% of residents respectively, while 73.2% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Working-age residents were notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 14.0% of residents aged 65 and over (445 people), which is lower than the 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors were above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Seven Hills' cultural diversity aligns with the broader regional average, as seen in its birthplace demographics: 78.9% Australian-born, 88.7% citizens, and 90.6% English-only speakers at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Seven Hills, accounting for 49.8% of residents. The most notable disparity lies in the 'Other' religious category, which constitutes 1.2% of Seven Hills' population compared to 1.3% regionally.

In terms of ancestry, English (27.4%), Australian (25.0%), and Irish (11.6%) are the top three groups represented among parents' countries of birth. Some ethnic groups show significant differences: French (1.0% vs regional 0.5%), Russian (0.5% vs 0.3%), and New Zealand (1.0%, unchanged regionally).

Seven Hills's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Seven Hills has a median age of 37 years, closely matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and slightly below Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Seven Hills has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (16.4%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (10.5%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the population aged 65 to 74 has increased from 5.5% to 6.1%, while the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 16.2% to 15.3%. By 2041, demographic projections suggest significant changes in Seven Hills' age profile. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow by 146%, adding 176 residents to reach a total of 297. Residents aged 65 and above will contribute to 51% of the population growth, reflecting broader demographic aging trends. Conversely, the 35 to 44 age group is projected to decrease by 9 people.