Tingalpa

Tingalpa is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of November 2025, Tingalpa's population is estimated at around 8,993. This reflects an increase of 532 people since the Census in 2021, which reported a population of 8,461. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population as 8,912 following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 68 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 971 persons per square kilometer. Tingalpa's growth rate of 6.3% since census positions it within 2.6 percentage points of the national average (8.9%). Population growth was primarily driven by natural growth, contributing approximately 55% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area as released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections are applied where utilised. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth is anticipated for statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch. The suburb is expected to expand by 52 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a decrease of 0.7% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Tingalpa according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Tingalpa saw approximately 30 new home approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 151 homes. As of FY-26, nine approvals have been recorded. The average population increase per dwelling built was around 1.3 people per year between FY-21 and FY-25, suggesting balanced supply and demand. However, this increased to six people per dwelling in the past two financial years, indicating growing popularity and potential undersupply. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $550,000, higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development.

In FY-26, $26.5 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial growth. All recent development has consisted of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes.

This favours detached housing more than current patterns suggest (80.0% at Census), indicating robust demand for family homes despite increasing density pressures. Tingalpa has approximately 351 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established area. With population expected to remain stable or decline, reduced pressure on housing is anticipated, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Tingalpa has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 18 projects expected to impact the region. Notable initiatives include Rivermakers Precinct, Greenslopes Private Hospital Wakerley Specialist Centre, Containerchain Tingalpa Facility Expansion, and Tingalpa Industrial Estate. The following list details those projected to have the most relevance.

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The labour market strength in Tingalpa positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Tingalpa has a skilled workforce with well-represented essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.4% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 5.2%.

As of June 2025, there are 5,444 residents employed, and the unemployment rate is 1.7% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Tingalpa is 69.4%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.

Health care & social assistance shows a lower representation at 14.4% versus the regional average of 16.1%. The worker-to-resident ratio is 0.7, indicating above-normal local employment opportunities. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 5.2%, labour force increased by 4.4%, resulting in a unemployment fall of 0.8 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 4.4%, labour force expand by 4.0%, and unemployment fall by 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in Sep-22, project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Tingalpa's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2022 shows median income in Tingalpa was $59,674 and average income was $68,711. This is higher than Greater Brisbane's median income of $55,645 and average income of $70,520. By September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $68,022 and average income $78,324, based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022. The 2021 Census shows household incomes in Tingalpa cluster around the 66th percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate that 36.9% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999. This is similar to regional levels where 33.3% fall into this range. High housing costs consume 15.5% of income. Despite this, disposable income ranks at the 62nd percentile nationally, with Tingalpa's SEIFA income ranking placing it in the 6th decile.

Tingalpa is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The latest Census in Tingalpa found that 79.9% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 20.1% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. In contrast, Brisbane metro had 0.0% houses and 0.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Tingalpa was at 29.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.7% and rented ones at 26.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,863, matching Brisbane metro's average, while the median weekly rent was $420, higher than Brisbane metro's figure of $0. Nationally, Tingalpa's mortgage repayments were similar to Australia's average of $1,863, but rents were substantially higher at $420 compared to the national figure of $375.

Tingalpa features high concentrations of group households, with a median household size of 2.5 people

Family households account for 72.8% of all households, including 32.5% couples with children, 27.1% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 27.2%, with lone person households at 23.2% and group households comprising 4.0%. The median household size is 2.5 people.

The educational profile of Tingalpa exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

University qualification levels in Tingalpa are 26.4%, slightly below Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 18.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 37.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (25.9%).

Educational participation is high at 25.7%, including primary (8.9%), secondary (6.5%), and tertiary education (4.4%). Tingalpa State School serves the local area, with an enrollment of 479 students. The school focuses on primary education, with ICSEA score of 1078 indicating above-average socio-educational conditions. Secondary options are available in surrounding areas.

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

Tingalpa has 44 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 8 different routes that together offer 455 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as good, with residents typically living 234 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 65 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 10 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Tingalpa are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Tingalpa's health indicators show below-average results with common health conditions prevalent at levels somewhat typical for the general population but higher than national averages among older cohorts.

Approximately 54% (~4,894 people) of Tingalpa's total population has private health cover, which is very high. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.3 and 8.3% of residents respectively. Around 67.7% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 0% across Greater Brisbane. The area has 17.0% (1,528 people) of residents aged 65 and over, with health outcomes among seniors requiring more attention than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Tingalpa was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Tingalpa's population showed higher than average cultural diversity, with 15.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 25.4% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Tingalpa, accounting for 52.1%. However, Judaism was notably overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to None% across Greater Brisbane.

The top three ancestral groups were English (27.2%), Australian (23.9%), and Irish (9.4%). Notably, New Zealanders made up 1.4%, Maori 1.6%, and French 0.7% of Tingalpa's population, all higher than the regional averages of None%.

Tingalpa's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Tingalpa's median age in 2021 was 38 years, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 but equal to Australia's median age of 38 years. The age group of 35-44 had a strong representation at 16.4%, compared to Greater Brisbane's figures, while the 15-24 cohort was less prevalent at 10.9%. Between 2021 and present, the population aged 75 to 84 has increased from 5.1% to 6.7%. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 has decreased from 15.7% to 14.4%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Tingalpa's age structure. The population aged 85 and above is expected to grow by 156%, reaching 391 people from the initial count of 152. This growth is part of a broader aging population trend, with those aged 65 and above comprising 84% of projected growth. Meanwhile, the age groups of 55-64 and 15-24 are expected to experience population declines.