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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Stones Corner's population is estimated at around 2,956 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 620 people (26.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,336 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,905 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 236 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 4,926 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Stones Corner's 26.5% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.3%), along with the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 73.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. As we examine future population trends, exceptional growth, placing in the top 10 percent of statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, is predicted over the period with the suburb expected to expand by 1,192 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 38.6% in total over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Stones Corner was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Stones Corner averaged around 56 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 284 homes from FY-17 to FY-21. In FY-26, so far, 51 approvals have been recorded.

Each year, on average, 2.6 new residents are associated with each dwelling in Stones Corner between FY-21 and FY-25. New homes are built at an average expected construction cost value of $815,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Stones Corner has 207.0% higher new home approvals per person. Recent construction comprises 7.0% detached houses and 93.0% medium and high-density housing. This shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 36.0% houses) suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles requiring more diverse, affordable housing options. With around 19 people per approval, Stones Corner reflects a developing area. Population forecasts indicate Stones Corner will gain 1,141 residents by 2041, suggesting current construction levels should adequately meet demand while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Population forecasts indicate Stones Corner will gain 1,141 residents through to 2041 (from the 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 13 projects likely to affect the area. Notable ones include Stella Greenslopes, The Linton, Coorparoo RSL Retirement Village at 20 Harries Road, and Cleveland Street and Zillah Street Local Access Network Improvements.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Stones Corner ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Stones Corner has an educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 4.2% as of a certain period. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.7%.

As of December 2025, 2120 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate aligned with Greater Brisbane's 4.1%. Workforce participation was higher at 82.9%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. Home workership stood at 20.7% based on Census responses, considering Covid-19 impacts. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training.

Stones Corner specializes in health care & social assistance with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level, but construction is under-represented at 5.2% compared to Greater Brisbane's 9.0%. The worker-to-resident ratio was 0.7, indicating above-average local employment opportunities. Between two periods, employment increased by 4.7%, labour force grew by 5.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.7 percentage points in Stones Corner, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's figures of 3.2%, 3.0%, and a fall of 0.1 percentage points respectively. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project growth rates varying between sectors over five and ten-year periods. 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, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2023 shows Stones Corner suburb has high national income levels. The median income is $62,280 and the average is $78,586. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's median income is $58,236 with an average of $72,799. By March 2026, estimated incomes are approximately $69,355 (median) and $87,513 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36%. Individual earnings rank at the 85th percentile nationally ($1,091 weekly), but household income ranks lower at the 56th percentile. Income brackets indicate that 39.9% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999. Housing costs consume 18.7% of income, yet disposable income ranks at the 53rd percentile. The suburb'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 in its latest Census evaluation comprised 36.1% houses and 63.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 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 in the area was $1,733, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Stones Corner was recorded at $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, which is 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 higher than broader averages. Among residents aged 15+, 53.4% have university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in Queensland (QLD) and 30.4% nationally. University graduates make up the largest group 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% 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

Stones Corner has 19 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are used by 15 different routes, providing 3,337 weekly passenger trips in total. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically living just 119 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily due to its residential nature. Car remains the primary mode of transport at 62%, followed by bus at 19% and walking at 6%. On average, there are 0.7 vehicles per dwelling, lower than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 20.7% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 476 trips per day across all routes, equating to about 175 weekly trips per individual 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

Health data shows positive outcomes for Stones Corner residents. Mortality rates and health conditions are broadly in line with national benchmarks.

The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher among older, at-risk cohorts. Private health cover is high, with approximately 58% of the total population (~1,724 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 11.4 and 7.3% of residents respectively. 72.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population has better than average health outcomes. There are 10.8% of residents aged 65 and over (319 people), lower than the 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking lower nationally than 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, surveyed in June 2016, had a higher linguistic diversity than most local areas, with 25.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Born overseas, 34.0% of Stones Corner residents were recorded in this date range. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 34.8%.

The 'Other' religious category showed an overrepresentation of 2.1%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 1.3%. For ancestry, English and Australian were the top groups at 23.8% and 18.2%, respectively. Notably, Korean (0.6%), Sri Lankan (0.5%), and New Zealand (0.9%) ethnicities had higher representations than regional averages.

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

Stones Corner has a median age of 31 years, which is younger than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Stones Corner has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (34.1%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (5.2%). This 25-34 concentration is well above the national average of 14.6%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 33.1% to 34.1% of Stones Corner's population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 age cohort has declined from 9.1% to 7.7%. Demographic modeling indicates that Stones Corner's age profile will significantly change by 2041. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow steadily, expanding by 217 people (22%) from 1,007 to 1,225.