Stones Corner

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

Analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by AreaSearch indicates that, as of Feb 2026, the suburb of Stones Corner's population is estimated at around 2,840. This reflects an increase of 504 people (21.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,336 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,791, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 235 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 4,733 persons per square kilometer, placing Stones Corner in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 73.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth for the suburb since the 2021 census. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, are adopted. Future population trends forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of statistical areas across the nation. By 2041, Stones Corner is expected to expand by 1,061 persons, reflecting an increase of 26.6% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Stones Corner among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Stones Corner averaged approximately 56 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 284 homes. As of FY-26, 49 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years, supply has met or surpassed demand, with around 0.8 new residents per year per dwelling constructed on average (FY-21 to FY-25).

This has provided greater buyer choice and supported potential population growth above projections. The average construction value of new homes is approximately $815,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Stones Corner shows 231.0% higher new home approvals per person, creating greater choice for buyers and reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. Recent construction comprises around 7.0% detached houses and 93.0% medium and high-density housing, providing accessible entry options that appeal to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This trend indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and the need for diverse, affordable housing options. Stones Corner reflects a developing area with approximately 18 people per approval. Population forecasts indicate Stones Corner will gain around 756 residents by 2041 (latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate).

With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified thirteen projects likely affecting this region. Notable ones are Stella Greenslopes, The Linton, Coorparoo RSL Retirement Village at 20 Harries Road, and Lumina. The following details those expected to be most relevant.

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

Stones Corner has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 4.4% as of September 2025, which is 0.4% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was 73.7%, slightly above Greater Brisbane's 70.7%.

According to Census responses, 20.7% of residents worked from home, potentially impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Health care & social assistance is particularly notable, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. However, construction is under-represented, with only 5.2% of Stones Corner's workforce compared to 9.0% in Greater Brisbane.

The ratio of 0.7 workers per resident indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the norm. Over the past year, labour force increased by 0.4%, while employment declined by 0.3%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.7 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Brisbane, where employment rose by 3.8% and unemployment fell by 0.5 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Stones Corner's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.4% over five years and 15.0% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Stones Corner suburb is $62,280 and average income is $78,586. This compares to Greater Brisbane's median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% from July 2023 to September 2025, estimated current median income is approximately $68,452 and average income is around $86,374. Census data from August 2021 shows individual earnings at the 85th percentile nationally are $1,091 weekly, with household income ranking at the 56th percentile. The dominant earnings bracket in Stones Corner is $1,500 - 2,999, comprising 39.9% of residents (1,133 people). Housing costs consume 18.7% of income, leaving disposable income at the 53rd percentile nationally. Stones Corner's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Stones Corner features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Stones Corner's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 36.1% houses and 63.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Stones Corner was at 13.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 24.8% and rented ones at 61.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent was $400, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Stones Corner's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Stones Corner features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 48.4% of all households, including 11.2% couples with children, 30.1% couples without children, and 4.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 51.6%, with lone person households at 39.8% and group households comprising 12.0%. The median household size is 1.9 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

Stones Corner's educational attainment is notably high, with 53.4% of residents aged 15 years and above holding university qualifications. This compares to 25.7% in Queensland (QLD) and 30.4% nationally. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 37.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 12.4% and graduate diplomas at 3.9%. Vocational pathways account for 23.5% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificates at 13.5%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 15.4% in tertiary education, 3.8% in primary education, and 1.8% pursuing secondary education.

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

Public transport analysis shows 19 active transport stops operating in Stones Corner, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 15 individual routes, collectively providing 3,337 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 119 metres from the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward. Car remains the dominant mode at 62%, followed by bus at 19% and walking at 6%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.7 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, some 20.7% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 476 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 175 weekly trips per stop.

Stones Corner's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

The health data for Stones Corner shows positive results overall, with mortality rates and health conditions largely matching national averages. The prevalence of common health issues is low among the general population but higher among older adults at risk.

Private health cover is high in Stones Corner, with approximately 58% of residents (~1,656 people) having it, compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 11.4% and 7.3% of residents respectively. A total of 72.5% of residents report no medical ailments, slightly higher than the 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population has better health outcomes than average. Stones Corner has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 12.0% (340 people) compared to Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. While senior health outcomes present some challenges, they rank lower nationally than those for the broader population.

Stones Corner was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Stones Corner's population showed higher linguistic diversity, with 25.5% speaking a language other than English at home and 34.0% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 34.8%. The 'Other' category had an overrepresentation of 2.1%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 1.3%.

In terms of ancestry, English (23.8%) and Australian (18.2%) were the top groups, with Other at 12.9%. Notable differences existed for Korean (0.6% vs regional 0.5%), Sri Lankan (0.5% vs 0.2%), and New Zealand (0.9% vs 1.0%).

Stones Corner hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Stones Corner's median age at 31 years is younger than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and significantly below Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Stones Corner has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (32.3%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (5.1%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.4%. According to post-2021 Census data, the population aged 75-84 has increased from 2.8% to 4.4%, while the 55-64 age group has decreased from 9.1% to 8.0%. Demographic projections suggest significant changes in Stones Corner's age profile by 2041, with the 45-54 age cohort expected to expand by 122 people (52%) from 235 to 358. Meanwhile, the 0-4 age group is projected to grow modestly by 8% (8 people).