Taigum

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

As of Feb 2026, the population of Taigum is estimated at around 8,639 people. This reflects an increase of 838 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,801 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 8,483 as of June 2024, following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS, and an additional 216 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 2,823 persons per square kilometer, placing Taigum in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 10.7% growth since the 2021 census exceeded that of its SA3 area (6.8%) and SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 81.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; therefore, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Looking ahead, an above median population growth is projected for Taigum by 2041, with an expected increase of 1,419 persons reflecting a total increase of 14.3% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Taigum had approximately 51 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 259 homes were approved, with an additional 44 approved in FY-26 to date. Over the past five financial years, each dwelling has resulted in an average of 2.8 new residents per year, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

Developers focus on premium market segments, with new homes averaging $452,000 in construction cost value. This year alone, Taigum has seen $32.4 million in commercial approvals, reflecting high local commercial activity levels. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Taigum records 113.0% more new home approvals per capita, offering buyers greater choice. New building activity shows a mix of 46.0% detached dwellings and 54.0% medium and high-density housing, creating affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. With approximately 128 people per dwelling approval, Taigum exhibits characteristics of a growth area.

Population forecasts indicate an increase of 1,233 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current development patterns suggest that new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Six projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. These include Taigum Gardens Estate (Stage 3 & 4), The Mills Taigum Precinct, Taigum Square Shopping Centre Redevelopment, and Carseldine Village - 5-Star Green Star Community.

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Employment performance in Taigum has been broadly consistent with national averages

Taigum has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 3.8%, lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.0%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 11.7% based on AreaSearch data aggregation.

As of September 2025, there are 4,349 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 0.2% below Greater Brisbane's rate. Workforce participation is lower at 64.8%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. Approximately 15.8% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Leading employment industries in Taigum include health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and retail trade.

The area has a notable concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 5.2% compared to the regional average of 9.0%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 11.7%, while labour force increased by 10.9%, causing a fall in unemployment rate by 0.7 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment growth of 3.8% and a 0.5 percentage point decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Taigum. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Taigum's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

In AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Taigum suburb had a median income among taxpayers of $48,635 and an average of $55,306. Both figures were below the national average. In comparison, Greater Brisbane had a median income of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year ended June 2023, current estimates for Taigum would be approximately $53,455 (median) and $60,787 (average) as of September 2025. According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Taigum rank modestly, between the 30th and 30th percentiles. Income distribution shows that 32.3% of the population (2,790 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, which aligns with the regional average of 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Taigum, with only 80.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 26th percentile. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Taigum displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Taigum's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 46.2% houses and 53.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Taigum was at 29.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.6% and rented ones at 36.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Taigum was $1,680, lower than Brisbane metro's $1,863. The median weekly rent in Taigum was $395, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Taigum's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Taigum features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 64.7% of all households, including 26.8% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 10.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 35.3%, with lone person households at 31.9% and group households comprising 3.4%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Taigum shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

In Taigum Trail region, as of the latest available data (2016), 28.4% of residents aged 15 years and over hold university degrees, compared to the SA4 regional average of 33.8%. This indicates a potential for educational development and skill enhancement in the area. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 34.1% of residents aged 15 years and over holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas (13.7%) and certificates (20.4%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.8% in primary education, 6.3% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Taigum has 22 active public transport stops, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are supported by 8 different routes, collectively facilitating 1,349 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents typically residing 231 metres from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 82%, followed by trains at 9% and buses at 5%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.0, below the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 15.8% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. On average, there are 192 trips daily across all routes, translating to roughly 61 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Taigum is lower than average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Taigum faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 49% of the total population (~4,243 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (impacting 8.7%) and mental health issues (7.8%), while 66.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 27.4% of residents aged 65 and over (2,367 people), which is higher than the 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Taigum 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

Taigum's cultural diversity is notable, with 30.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 36.8% born overseas as of the latest data. Christianity is the dominant religion in Taigum, practiced by 50.2%. The 'Other' religious category is overrepresented at 9.6%, significantly higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 1.3%.

Regarding ancestry, English (23.3%), Australian (20.4%), and Other (15.2%) are the top groups in Taigum, with 'Other' being substantially higher than the regional average of 9.4%. Notably, Filipino (3.3% vs 1.2%), Indian (6.7% vs 2.0%), and New Zealand (1.1% vs 1.0%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages.

Taigum's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Taigum has a median age of 41, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and Australia's figure of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Taigum has an over-representation of the 75-84 age group (12.1% locally) and an under-representation of the 25-34 age group (10.4%). This concentration in the 75-84 age group is well above the national figure of 6.1%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 9.8% to 12.1%, while the 25-34 cohort has declined from 13.8% to 10.4% and the 0-4 group has dropped from 6.2% to 5.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Taigum's age profile will evolve significantly. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow by 542 people (52%), from 1,045 to 1,588. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 73% of total population growth, reflecting Taigum's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 5-14 and 0-4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.