Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, which can materially differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when sharing the same name.
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 comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
2021 Census | -- people
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
Sinnamon Park has an estimated 6,539 residents, down from 6,590 at the 2021 Census. The population has thinned by an average 0.5% a year over five years, slower than 95% of areas nationally. That puts 2,232 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.
Detail
Analyzing updates from the ABS for the surrounding region alongside post-Census address validation by AreaSearch, the suburb of Sinnamon Park has a projected population of approximately 6,539 in May 2026. This represents a reduction of 51 residents (0.8%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,590 individuals. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 6,539, which was determined by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP publication and 1 newly confirmed address since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 2,231 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio found across the country by AreaSearch.
The primary driver of growth in the area was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 54.0% of the total population increase recently. AreaSearch utilises projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as a starting point. For any SA2 regions lacking this information, or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 numbers are used instead. Because these state-level figures do not detail age cohorts, AreaSearch distributes growth across age groups based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use 2022 data. Looking at future demographic patterns, expansion is projected to align with the bottom quartile of statistical areas nationally, with the suburb of Sinnamon Park forecast to add 41 residents by 2041 under consolidated SA2 projections, representing a total increase of 0.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
62 new dwellings have been approved in Sinnamon Park over the past five years, an average of 12 a year. That is 1.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Few approvals have been recorded in the most recent months, well below the longer-run average; the latest ABS periods are still being reported. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
Detail
Based on AreaSearch's allocation of ABS building approval statistics, the suburb of Sinnamon Park averages approximately 12 residential approvals annually, totaling 62 dwellings authorized over the last 5 financial years (FY-21 to FY-25) and none recorded in FY-26. With the population declining recently, this volume of construction has been sufficient in relative terms, presenting a favorable scenario for buyers. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $16.8 million this financial year, indicating a moderate level of business development. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Sinnamon Park shows 102.0% higher residential construction per capita, giving purchasers more options despite a recent slowdown in activity.
However, this level remains below the national average, indicating a mature market and potential development limits. Current construction consists of 14.0% detached houses and 86.0% semi-detached properties or apartments. The preference for higher-density dwellings provides cheaper entry points and draws empty nesters, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major shift from the current housing stock (which is 86.0% standalone houses), indicating a lack of vacant land and matching changing lifestyle habits and housing cost constraints. Looking forward, the suburb of Sinnamon Park is projected to increase its population by 41 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Current building trends suggest that new housing supply will comfortably satisfy demand, maintaining favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth above current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Sinnamon Park
Loading development applications…
| Lodged | Address | Description | Type | Distance | Status |
|---|
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Sinnamon Park, worth an estimated $8.44 billion. A further 35 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $26.8 billion. 10 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development and environmental & disaster management. 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.
Detail
Local infrastructure projects, major works, and urban planning decisions are key drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has identified a total of 16 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include Verandah Estate, Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre Entertainment Precinct, Sinnamon Village Precinct Expansion, and Darra Mixed-Use Commercial, with the most significant projects listed below.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre Entertainment Precinct
Cinema, dining and entertainment precinct extension to Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre including 6-storey building with cinema, community use and retail tenancies. Features additional gross floor area including multi-screen cinema, gym, dining and entertainment precinct, and rebuilt community centre. Designed by Blight Raynor.
Verandah Estate
Newest residential estate in Seventeen Mile Rocks featuring contemporary homes on large blocks (875sqm+) surrounded by trees and nature. Estate includes building covenants ensuring homes are designed in harmony with natural environment. Features permanent ridge top reserve and bushwalking tracks to Rocks Riverside Park.
Centenary State High School
High school serving the Centenary suburbs including Jindalee. Opened in 1999 to serve the growing population in the area with modern educational facilities.
Windermere Estate
Exclusive riverside estate featuring premium residential properties with Brisbane River frontage. Part of heritage-listed Sinnamon Farm precinct with luxury homes and parkland access.
Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre Rebel Sport Extension
Internal amalgamation of existing retail tenancies and extension to accommodate new 1,418sqm Rebel Sport store. Involves removal of part of existing food court and repurposing of 9 tenancies with new loading dock and facade amendments.
Songbird Terraces, Oxley
Songbird Terraces is the final residential precinct within the Songbird Oxley master plan, featuring a collection of 34 bespoke 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses. The project offers luxury amenities, including a heated swimming pool, landscaped gardens, and a cafe, creating a tranquil and connected village lifestyle in Oxley.
James Ommaney Retirement Community
Boutique retirement community with 60 independent living units (studios to two bedrooms) in Mount Ommaney. Features pool, spa, gym, community bus, BBQ areas, and connects to Jindalee Aged Care Residence via covered walkway. Located near Mount Ommaney Shopping Centre and Jindalee Golf Course.
Oxley Priority Development Area
A 19-hectare Priority Development Area on the former Oxley Secondary College site, 11km southwest of Brisbane CBD. The Songbird Oxley estate delivers a residential community within a bushland setting, including detached house and land lots, terrace homes, retirement and ageing-in-place accommodation, a childcare centre and a community centre. The Rockpool aged care facility (150 beds) opened in early 2025, affordable housing lots are tenanted, and Honeycombes Property Group commenced construction of 34 terrace homes in December 2025.The community centre is targeted for construction commencement in July 2026.
3,386 residents of Sinnamon Park are employed, from a labour force of 3,491. Unemployment sits at 3.0%, with participation at 61.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,313, about 81% 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.
Detail
Data compiled by AreaSearch indicates that the suburb of Sinnamon Park has a highly qualified labor force with a strong concentration of professionals and an unemployment rate of only 3.0%. In March 2026, there are 3,386 employed residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.3% below the Greater Brisbane figure of 4.3%, while workforce participation is notably lower (61.9% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane). According to Census data, a substantial 28.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic containment measures. The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services.
The area exhibits a notable concentration in education & training, where the employment proportion is 1.4 times the regional standard. Conversely, construction is underrepresented, accounting for 6.6% compared to the regional benchmark of 9.0%. Comparing the Census working population against the total resident count suggests that local job opportunities within this mostly residential area are limited. An examination of SALM and ABS statistics for the wider region reveals that over the 12 months ending March 2026, the local workforce contracted by 2.2% and total employment fell by 3.2%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point rise in unemployment. Meanwhile, Greater Brisbane recorded a 3.2% rise in employment and a 3.4% expansion of the labor force, with unemployment ticking up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context for future demand in the suburb of Sinnamon Park. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While total employment across the country is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment for the suburb of Sinnamon Park could grow by 7.1% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sinnamon Park is $2,510 a week (about $131,000 a year), with median personal income at $902 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,634 a year against an average of $79,803. 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.
Detail
According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Sinnamon Park have a median income of $60,634 and an average income of $79,803. This ranks near the top nationally, comparing to a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at roughly $67,522 for the median and $88,869 for the average in March 2026. Census data from 2021 puts weekly household incomes at the 90th percentile, reaching $2,510.
Income distribution figures show that the largest segment, comprising 29.0% of local residents (1,896 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which is close to the metropolitan average of 33.3% in this bracket. High-income earners are prominent, with 41.5% earning more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to significant local purchasing power. Residents retain 88.4% of their earnings after housing expenses, and the area is positioned in the 9th decile for the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sinnamon Park had 2,199 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 5% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 16% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $460 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 18.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
Detail
At the time of the last Census, the housing mix in the suburb of Sinnamon Park consisted of 85.6% standalone houses and 14.4% alternative dwellings (such as townhouses and apartments), compared to 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings across metropolitan Brisbane. Home ownership was significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 40.6%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (43.8%) or rented (15.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,167, which was notably higher than the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent stood at $460, compared to $380 in metropolitan Brisbane.
Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Sinnamon Park are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sinnamon Park counted 2,199 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 44% are couples with children, more than in 87% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 16% 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.
Detail
Families make up 82.8% of all households, consisting of 44.1% couples with children, 29.8% couples without children, and 8.2% single parents. The remaining 17.2% are non-family households, which are comprised of lone persons at 16.0% and group households at 1.4%. The median household occupancy is 2.8 people, which is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
44.6% of adults in Sinnamon Park hold a university qualification, including 27.9% with a bachelor degree and 12.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 12.7% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
Detail
Residents in the suburb of Sinnamon Park show high levels of education compared to regional and national standards, with 44.6% of those aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% in QLD and 30.4% nationally. This educational profile leaves the suburb well placed for knowledge-sector employment. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 27.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (12.5%) and graduate diplomas (4.2%). Vocational training is held by 24.3% of residents aged 15+, which includes advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (12.7%). Participation in study is high, with 28.1% of the population enrolled in an educational institution.
This is made up of 9.2% in high school, 8.7% in primary school, and 6.3% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Sinnamon Park reaches 38 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 1,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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.
Detail
Public transport infrastructure includes 38 active bus stops operating in the suburb of Sinnamon Park. These stops host 12 different routes, which support a total of 1,047 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 169 meters from their closest transit stop. Because it is a residential area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 84% and trains at 9%. Average car ownership is 1.6 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average. A significant 28.2% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Service frequency averages 149 journeys daily across all active routes, which represents approximately 27 weekly services at each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
69.1% of residents in Sinnamon Park report no long-term health condition. 9.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.8% 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.
Detail
Health outcomes in the suburb of Sinnamon Park are above average, according to AreaSearch's analysis of mortality and chronic disease data. The prevalence of common illnesses is low in the general community, though it is higher than the national standard for older, vulnerable groups, and private health coverage is very high at approximately 59% of the population (3,846 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most frequent medical issues, affecting 8.3% and 7.6% of residents respectively. Conversely, 69.1% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
The working-age population is healthy with a low rate of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 26.1% of the population (1,706 people), which exceeds the Greater Brisbane average of 15.1%. While health trends among seniors present some difficulties, they rank lower nationally than the rest of the local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
39.2% of Sinnamon Park residents were born overseas and 28.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 79% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.8%) and Australian (18.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
The suburb of Sinnamon Park shows a high degree of cultural diversity, with 28.3% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 39.2% born outside Australia. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 53.5% of the population. The most notable religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of the community compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding parental country of birth, the main ancestries represented in the suburb of Sinnamon Park are English at 24.8%, Australian at 18.6%, and Other at 11.1%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with South Australian backgrounds representing 1.3% of the population (compared to 0.6% regionally), Vietnamese at 3.0% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and French at 0.8% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sinnamon Park is 45, older than 80% of areas nationally. 20.4% 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.
Detail
With a median age of 45, the suburb of Sinnamon Park is older than the Greater Brisbane median of 36 and the national average of 38. The 75 - 84 age cohort is highly represented at 9.5% compared to the capital city, while the 25 - 34 cohort is lower at 5.8%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 11.3% to 14.6%, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 7.2% to 9.5%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 age group fell from 8.0% to 5.8%, and the 5 to 14 group decreased from 12.4% to 11.2%.
Demographic projections indicate the age profile of the suburb of Sinnamon Park will change considerably by 2041. The 85+ cohort is expected to increase by 116% (333 people), growing from 287 to 621. This aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65+ account for 98% of the projected population growth, while the 45 to 54 and 0 to 4 age groups are forecast to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sinnamon Park
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Jul 2026 last month all 8 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 Jul 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 1 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,590 at the 2021 Census → 6,539 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 (SAL32573). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.