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 4,712 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 690 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,022. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of resident population at 4,431 following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 52 persons per square kilometer. Woodford's growth rate of 17.2% since the 2021 census exceeded both national (9.9%) and state averages, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 82.0% 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 and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections are applied where utilised. Looking ahead, an above median population growth is projected for the suburb of Woodford (Qld), expected to expand by 1,168 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 22.1% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Woodford averaged around 45 new dwelling approvals annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 226 homes were approved, with an additional 16 approved in FY-26 to date. Each year, an estimated 3.4 new residents arrive per dwelling constructed over the past five financial years.

This high demand coupled with limited supply typically leads to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average development value is $395,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting focus on quality developments. Commercial approvals this year totaled $1.5 million, reflecting Woodford's residential nature. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Woodford has 12.0% less new development per person but ranks in the 88th percentile nationally, indicating strong developer confidence.

New development comprises 98.0% detached dwellings and 2.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining low-density housing with an emphasis on detached homes attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 95 people per dwelling approval, Woodford exhibits growth area characteristics. Future projections estimate Woodford will add 1,042 residents by 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current construction levels should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth exceeding current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects expected to influence the region: Park Rise Estate, D'Aguilar Highway Rehabilitation (Woodford), Ambrose Tilney Park upgrade, and Woodford Youth Detention Centre. The following details projects most relevant to the area.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Woodford maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Woodford's workforce is balanced between white and blue-collar jobs. The construction sector stands out with a 3.5% unemployment rate and 7.7% employment growth in the past year (AreaSearch data). As of September 2025, 1,336 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.5% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation is lower at 36.9%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. Only 12.2% of residents work from home (Census data). Key employment sectors are health care & social assistance, construction, and manufacturing. Construction has a notable concentration with levels 1.5 times the regional average.

Professional & technical services have limited presence at 4.6%, compared to the regional average of 8.9%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the working population vs resident population count. Over the past year, employment increased by 7.7% and labour force by 5.8%, reducing unemployment by 1.7 percentage points (AreaSearch analysis). In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.8%, labour force grow by 3.3%, and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Woodford's employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to Woodford's employment mix.

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

Woodford's median income among taxpayers in FY2023 was $45,461. The average income stood at $54,389 during the same period. Comparing these figures to Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799 shows Woodford's incomes were lower. By September 2025, estimated median and average incomes in Woodford would be approximately $49,966 and $59,779 respectively, assuming a Wage Price Index growth of 9.91%. Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Woodford all fall between the 18th and 28th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket comprises 32.0% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (1,507 residents), similar to broader trends across the broader area showing 33.3% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Woodford, with only 83.8% of income remaining after housing costs, 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, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Woodford was $328, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Woodford's mortgage repayments were 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 account for 74.8% of all households, including 27.1% couples with children, 33.9% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 25.2%, with lone person households at 22.3% and group households comprising 2.7%. 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 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 - advanced diplomas at 6.2% and certificates at 21.5%. Educational participation is high, with 50.8% currently enrolled in formal education: 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 stops are served by three different routes that together offer 64 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these stops is limited, with residents typically located 863 meters from the nearest one. Most residents commute outward due to Woodford being primarily residential. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 93%. 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 reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages nine trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 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 substantial, affecting both younger and older age groups. Only approximately 49% of Woodford's total population (~2,297 people) has private health cover, compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.1%) and mental health issues (9.5%). Conversely, 61.6% of residents claim to be free from medical ailments, lower than the 69.2% reported in Greater Brisbane. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to high chronic condition rates. Woodford has a higher proportion of seniors, with 17.7% aged 65 and over (834 people), compared to 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. While national rankings for senior health outcomes are broadly similar to the general population, some challenges exist among seniors in Woodford.

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 is the main religion in Woodford, comprising 46.5% of people, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups are English (33.9%, regional average: 26.8%), Australian (29.4%, regional average: 23.2%), and Irish (9.3%).

Notably, German ancestry is overrepresented in Woodford at 5.5% (regional average: 4.2%), while New Zealand and Dutch ancestries are also notably present at 1.0% each (regional averages: 1.0%, 1.2% respectively).

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

The median age in Woodford is 39 years, which is slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and close to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Woodford has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (18.3%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (8.5%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the population aged 5-14 has increased from 7.3% to 8.5%, while the proportion of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 22.0% to 18.3%. The percentage of residents aged 45-54 has also dropped, from 12.1% to 10.7%. By 2041, Woodford's age composition is projected to change significantly. Notably, the number of residents aged 75-84 is expected to grow by 89%, reaching 481 from 254. Meanwhile, the population aged 25-34 is anticipated to decrease by 82 residents.