Woodford (Qld)

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

Woodford's population is estimated at around 4,814 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 4,022 people, marking a growth of 792 individuals (19.7%). The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 4,573 following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2025 and an additional 144 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 53 persons per square kilometer. Woodford's growth rate exceeded both national (9.3%) and state averages, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 82.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area 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 used, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data. Population projections indicate an above median growth for the suburb of Woodford (Qld), expecting to expand by 881 persons to reach 5,695 by 2041, reflecting a total gain of 13.3% over the 16-year period.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Woodford averaged around 45 new dwelling approvals annually between FY-21 and FY-26. Over the past five financial years, an estimated 225 homes were approved, with a further 34 approved in FY-26 to date. On average, 2.6 people moved to Woodford per new home constructed over these years, reflecting robust demand that supports property values.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $395,000, which is somewhat higher than regional norms due to quality-focused development. In FY-26, $1.5 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Woodford has 12.0% less new development per person but ranks among the 88th percentile of areas assessed nationally.

Recent construction comprises 98.0% detached dwellings and 2.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining Woodford's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. With around 92 people per approval, Woodford reflects a developing area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Woodford is expected to grow by 640 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Woodford 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 four projects that may affect this region: Park Rise Estate, Ambrose Tilney Park Upgrade, D'Aguilar Highway Rehabilitation (Woodford), and Woodford Youth Detention Centre. The following details the most relevant projects.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Woodford recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Woodford's workforce comprises both white and blue-collar jobs, with the construction sector notably prominent. The unemployment rate was 4.2% in the past year, showing a 2.5% employment growth according to AreaSearch data aggregation. As of December 2025, 1,292 residents were employed, matching Greater Brisbane's 4.1% unemployment rate but with significantly lower workforce participation at 33.6%.

Home workership was low at 12.2%, considering Covid-19 impacts. Key employment sectors are healthcare & social assistance, construction, and manufacturing. Construction stands out with an employment share 1.5 times the regional average, while professional & technical services lag behind at 4.6% compared to the regional 8.9%. Local employment opportunities appear limited based on Census data comparison of working population vs resident population.

Between December 2024 and 2025, employment increased by 2.5%, labour force by 2.8%, raising unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 3.2% and unemployment fall by 0.1%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Woodford's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

The suburb of Woodford had a median taxpayer income of $45,461 and an average of $54,389 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages, with Greater Brisbane having a median income of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. By March 2026, based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36%, Woodford's estimated incomes would be approximately $50,625 (median) and $60,568 (average). Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Woodford fall between the 18th and 28th percentiles nationally. The income band of $1,500 - $2,999 captures 32.0% of Woodford's population (1,540 individuals), similar to regional levels at 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Woodford, with only 83.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 27th percentile nationally.

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

Woodford's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.5% houses and 4.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Woodford was 37.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.5% and rented ones at 18.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,647, lower than Brisbane metro's $1,863. Median weekly rent in Woodford was $328, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Woodford's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Woodford has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 74.8% of all households, broken down into 27.1% couples with children, 33.9% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.2%, with lone person households at 22.3% and group households comprising 2.7% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Woodford faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 10.6%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.3%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.3%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 27.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (6.2%) and certificates (21.5%). Educational participation is high, with 50.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 20.4% in primary, 15.2% in secondary, and 5.5% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 50.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 20.4% in primary education, 15.2% in secondary education, and 5.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Woodford has 15 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These are served by three different routes that together offer 64 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is limited, with residents located an average of 863 meters from the nearest stop. Most Woodford residents commute outwards, and cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 93% of residents. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling in Woodford, which is higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 12.2% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency across all routes averages nine trips per day, equating to roughly four weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Woodford is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Woodford faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Only approximately 49% of Woodford's total population (~2,347 people) has private health cover, compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (11.1%) and mental health issues (9.5%). Conversely, 61.6% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, lower than the 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Working-age population health challenges include elevated chronic condition rates. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 18.8% (905 people), compared to 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Senior health outcomes present some challenges, broadly aligning with national rankings for the general population.

Woodford is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Woodford's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 58.7% of its population being citizens, 86.8% born in Australia, and 97.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Woodford, comprising 46.5% of people, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups were English (33.9%, regional average: 26.8%), Australian (29.4%, regional average: 23.2%), and Irish (9.3%).

Notably, German (5.5% vs 4.2%) and Dutch (1.5% vs 1.2%) were overrepresented in Woodford compared to the region.

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

The median age in Woodford is 39 years, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years but close to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Woodford has a larger proportion of residents aged 25-34 (18.7%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (8.7%). Between the 2021 Census and the current time, the 75-84 age group has increased from 4.4% to 5.9% of Woodford's population, while the 5-14 age group has risen from 7.3% to 8.7%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group has decreased from 22.0% to 18.7%, and the 45-54 age group has fallen from 12.1% to 11.0%. By 2041, Woodford's population is projected to see significant shifts in its age composition. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 74%, reaching 208 people from the current 284. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 58% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 35-44 age groups.