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South Ripley has an estimated 6,011 residents, up 47.7% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in South Ripley.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 32 kilometres southwest from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of South Ripley has an estimated population of around 6,011 as of Aug 2026. This estimate is based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census count of 4,069 people, the population has grown by 1,942 people (47.7%). Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the suburb ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth. Above-average renting and strong detached house representation sit alongside a notable 35 to 44yo presence and elevated proportions of residents aged 0 to 4yo and 5 to 14yo.
The suburb of South Ripley has a high proportion of children, young adults and working-age residents, with family households and couples with children prominent. Ripley, in Queensland, Australia, is characterised by serene, picturesque surroundings and a relaxed lifestyle supported by modern amenities, parklands, public green spaces and tree-lined streets.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 32 kilometres southwest from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of South Ripley has an estimated population of around 6,011 as of Aug 2026. This estimate is based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census count of 4,069 people, the population has grown by 1,942 people (47.7%). Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the suburb ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth. Above-average renting and strong detached house representation sit alongside a notable 35 to 44yo presence and elevated proportions of residents aged 0 to 4yo and 5 to 14yo.
The suburb of South Ripley has a high proportion of children, young adults and working-age residents, with family households and couples with children prominent. Ripley, in Queensland, Australia, is characterised by serene, picturesque surroundings and a relaxed lifestyle supported by modern amenities, parklands, public green spaces and tree-lined streets.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 92 in 2006 and 5,808 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 6,011 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 21.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 48.6%.
South Ripley ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for population growth and the 99th for development activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in South Ripley is $635 a week, up 6.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $375 in 2017, $642 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $635 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $642 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Ipswich Inner | $552 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Ipswich Inner, over 12 months | +8.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Ipswich | $574 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Ipswich, over 12 months | +7.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Brisbane | $627 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Brisbane, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 37 tracked applications: 33 approved, 2 under assessment, 2 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in South Ripley (2 under construction) and 66 more in the surrounding area.
A residential house and land estate within the Ripley Valley Priority Development Area (PDA) in south-east Queensland. The estate offers family-oriented lots and homes within one of Australia's fastest-growing greenfield corridors, approximately 45 minutes south-west of Brisbane and 15 minutes from Springfield.
Major staged upgrade of Ripley Road and Fischer Road to support the rapidly growing Ripley Valley community. The project includes widening Ripley Road to a four-lane urban arterial road, upgrading Fischer Road to a two-lane urban sub-arterial standard, new intersections, drainage, street lighting, shared paths, bus facilities and active transport…
Ripley Square is a masterplanned mixed-use precinct at 20 Main Street, Ripley, developed by Verso Development Group. The first phase, Ripley Town Centre, is anchored by Coles and covers about 9,500 sqm of retail, with North Terraces townhouses on sale.
Co-located $120 million primary and secondary schools. Ripley Valley State Primary School (Prep-Year 6) and Ripley Valley State Secondary College (Years 7-12) both opened in 2020.
A 17.23 hectare residential subdivision with 257 lots, including roadways, drainage systems, parklands, and stormwater management, located within the Ripley Valley Priority Development Area. The project has Development Approval (DA) and is subject to an EPBC Act referral for environmental assessment.
A 77 hectare residential expansion of Stockland's Providence masterplanned community at South Ripley. The project will deliver around 1,100 homes together with a future state primary school, parks and community facilities.
A masterplanned community in Ripley, QLD, delivering approximately 630 homesites across 13 stages, including land lots, terrace homes, and medium-density dwellings on a 39-hectare site. Located within walking distance of the Ripley Town Centre and a proposed future train station.
AVJennings Cadence is a master-planned masterplanned residential community located in Ripley, Queensland, comprising approximately 450 residential homesites. The estate features an extensive central community park, sporting facilities, dedicated cycle paths, and walkable links connecting to the Ripley Town Centre.
Satellite health centre providing Minor Injury and Illness Clinic for walk-in urgent care from 8:00am to 10:00pm, seven days a week. Also provides appointment-based services, medical imaging (X-ray, ultrasound), pathology, and outpatient specialty clinics tailored to the local community.
Stockland Providence is a 700-hectare masterplanned community in the Ripley Valley growth corridor, set to deliver over 7,000 homes and house more than 20,000 residents.
Ripley Town Centre is a master-planned retail and lifestyle precinct at 20 Main Street, Ripley, in the Ripley Valley Priority Development Area, developed by Sekisui House and Verso Development Group. Stage 1 opened in May 2018.
Monterea Ripley is a master-planned residential community in the Ripley Valley Priority Development Area featuring house and land lots, open parklands, and community recreation space. The estate is delivered in multiple stages with civil works and home construction actively progressing close to the Ripley Town Centre.
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Estimated completion year of the 35 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 6, 2027 9, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 5, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 1, 2035 2, 2036 1. 19 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 37 substantial development applications lodged in and around South Ripley over the past 5 years, 8 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 5, 2023 6, 2024 7, 2025 13, 2026 (to Oct) 5.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 37 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 8 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 24.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 114 | ABS building approvals | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 33 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of South Ripley include: Ripley South East Arterial Road and Barrams Road Upgrade (Construction); Stockland South Ripley Development (Construction); Stockland Providence Town Centre (Completed); Amory (Construction); and Ripley Road and Fischer Road Upgrade (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of South Ripley spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Communities, among others.
The suburb of South Ripley ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in South Ripley higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of South Ripley area has seen 451 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of South Ripley's current population of 6,011 has been supported by 114 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of South Ripley has seen 24.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.1 approval in Greater Brisbane. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 24 people in the suburb of South Ripley, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of South Ripley's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 114, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of South Ripley has grown by approximately 2,500 people, while 568 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
South Ripley lies within the top 1% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,011 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +47.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 119 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +11.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +25.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,069 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,942 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +8.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +10.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 50.52 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of South Ripley was estimated to be approximately 6,011 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,808 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of South Ripley has added approximately 1,942 people and shown a 47.73% increase from the 4,069 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of South Ripley is estimated at 119 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of South Ripley has shown a compound annual growth rate of 25.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of South Ripley is driven by: Interstate migration (85.0%), Natural increase (13.0%), Overseas migration (2.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 85.0% of overall population gains.
South Ripley hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 1% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 27 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 1st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 32.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 34.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 27 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 21.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 19.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 1.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of South Ripley at 27 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 27 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 27 years as at August 2026, South Ripley is 9 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 11 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of South Ripley compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 19.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of South Ripley compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 3.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of South Ripley show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 0-4 year-olds (12.8% vs 5.6%) and 5-14 year-olds (19.6% vs 12.3%). The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (1.0% vs 5.3%) and 65-74 year-olds (2.0% vs 8.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 32.4% of the population in the suburb of South Ripley as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 3.6% of the population in the suburb of South Ripley as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,152 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,503 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,182 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,104 | 2021 Census, weekly | 85th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 25.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,313 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 7.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of South Ripley is approximately $74,069. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,152.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of South Ripley is approximately $84,085. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,503.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of South Ripley is approximately $74,069 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,152 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of South Ripley is approximately $84,085 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,503 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of South Ripley's households (~48.6% / 640 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of South Ripley is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 48.6% of households. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 33.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of South Ripley is $2,182/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of South Ripley is $2,313/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of South Ripley is $1,104/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of South Ripley had a median income among taxpayers of $69,152 with the average level standing at $78,503. This is higher than average nationally and compares to levels of $61,668 and $77,113 across Greater Brisbane respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $74,069 (median) and $84,085 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of South Ripley is $7,748 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of South Ripley's disposable income is $7,748 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in South Ripley demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 70.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,694 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,008 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,768 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of South Ripley has approximately 2,694 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of South Ripley stands at 2.7%, which is 1.7 percentage points below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of South Ripley is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.9% of employment), public administration & safety (13.0%), and retail trade (11.6%). Other significant employers include education & training and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of South Ripley has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of South Ripley is 70.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of South Ripley shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 13.0% of the local workforce compared to 7.0% across Greater Brisbane. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of South Ripley's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of South Ripley ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 17.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 23.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 14.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
23.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of South Ripley have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
31.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of South Ripley have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of South Ripley ranks in the 63th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of South Ripley are: Certificate (31.8%), Bachelor Degree (17.8%), Advanced Diploma (13.0%).
34.8% of the population in the suburb of South Ripley is currently engaged in formal education, including 14.2% in primary school, 7.7% in secondary school, 5.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of South Ripley is 1005, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of South Ripley, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,809 students.
The suburb of South Ripley includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
South Ripley features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 13.8% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.0% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.7% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,317 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,946 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 83.1% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of South Ripley had 1,317 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 47.8% to an estimated 1,946 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of South Ripley is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 83.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (13.8%), group households (3.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,094 family households, couples with children account for 45.0% of all households, couples without children at home 22.9%, and single parent families 13.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of South Ripley shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 83.1% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.8% compared to 23.6% in Greater Brisbane. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of South Ripley have an average of 1.4 children, slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 42.3% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 13.8% of all households in the suburb of South Ripley, notably lower than the average for Greater Brisbane of 23.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.3% of households, below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in South Ripley was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 22.0% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 84.8% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 78.0% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
South Ripley was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 22.0% of its population born overseas and 15.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in South Ripley, at 40.4% of people, although more residents (52.5%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.9% of the population, compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in South Ripley are English, comprising 27.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 26.8% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of South Ripley (vs 0.5% across Greater Brisbane), Samoan at 1.8% (vs 0.9%) and Maori at 1.6% (vs 1.1%).
22.0% of the suburb of South Ripley population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
15.2% of the population in the suburb of South Ripley speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
2.5% of the suburb of South Ripley population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
85.3% of the suburb of South Ripley population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
South Ripley is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 45.5% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,900 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 54th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 49.4% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $390 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of South Ripley, 5.1% of homes are owned outright, 49.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 45.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.9% of dwellings in the suburb of South Ripley are houses.
In the suburb of South Ripley, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of South Ripley stands at 5.1%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of South Ripley is $1,900, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of South Ripley is $1,707, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of South Ripley, households with mortgages typically spend 20.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of South Ripley is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of South Ripley shows mortgage holders spending 20.1% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 17.9% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of South Ripley consists of 96.9% detached houses, 3.1% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in South Ripley consumes approximately 18.1% of median household income ($9,448 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in South Ripley show attached dwellings contributing 8% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 92% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
South Ripley's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 77.6% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.5% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
Around 56.5% of people in the suburb of South Ripley are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of South Ripley, 3.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
8.4% of people in the suburb of South Ripley are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 1.8% of the suburb of South Ripley population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.0% of people in the suburb of South Ripley have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of South Ripley, 56.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Brisbane sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.1%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 645 m away and the nearest pharmacy 761 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 22 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 645 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 757 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 761 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 761 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 766 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 776 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 6.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 7.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 10.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 3 long day care centres with 448 places in South Ripley, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in South Ripley higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
South Ripley has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 5% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in South Ripley is $635 a week, +6.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
South Ripley lies within the top 1% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
South Ripley hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 1% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in South Ripley demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
The educational profile of South Ripley ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
South Ripley features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in South Ripley was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
South Ripley is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
South Ripley's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport in South Ripley: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
South Ripley has an estimated 6,011 residents, up 47.7% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in South Ripley.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for South Ripley.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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 a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32598). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for South Ripley from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares South Ripley with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 14.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
