Wynnum

Population growth drivers in Wynnum are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

The population of Wynnum is estimated at around 15,131 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,095 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 14,036 people. The change was inferred from the resident population of 14,797 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024) and an additional 244 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,464 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Wynnum's growth of 7.8% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area growth of 6.8%, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 82.0% 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 areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for the suburb with an expected expansion of 3,260 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 19.2% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Wynnum among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data, Wynnum averaged approximately 85 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 428 homes. As of FY-26, 13 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years (FY-21 to FY-25), an average of two people moved to Wynnum per year for each new home constructed, reflecting strong demand that supports property values. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $671,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties.

This financial year has seen $5.3 million in commercial development approvals recorded, demonstrating Wynnum's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Wynnum records elevated construction activity, at 37.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. This maintains good buyer choice while supporting existing property values, although recent construction activity has eased slightly. Recent construction comprises 41.0% detached houses and 59.0% medium to high-density housing, reflecting a shift from the current housing mix of 71.0% houses. Wynnum reflects a transitioning market with approximately 214 people per approval.

Looking ahead, Wynnum is projected to grow by 2,913 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Development is keeping pace with projected growth, but buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 33 projects potentially influencing this region. Notable initiatives include Royal Far West Neighbourhood Development, Wynnum Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct, Wynnum Plaza Redevelopment, and Ora - 27-Storey Mixed-Use Development (Withdrawn). The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Wynnum ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Wynnum has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors strongly represented. The unemployment rate was 2.7% as of September 2025. There was an estimated employment growth of 6.6% in the past year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of that date, 8,951 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate 1.3% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was 74.0%, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. Census responses showed that 23.4% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. The dominant employment sectors were health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.

Notably, transport, postal & warehousing had employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance had lower representation at 14.5% compared to the regional average of 16.1%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 6.6%, and labour force increased by 6.1%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with a similar 0.5 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wynnum's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, assuming constant population growth for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Wynnum is above the national average. The median income is $59,195 and the average income stands at $72,640. In comparison, Greater Brisbane has a median income of $58,236 and an average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Wynnum would be approximately $65,061 (median) and $79,839 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Wynnum cluster around the 63rd percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 29.3% of residents (4,433 people), similar to regional levels where 33.3% occupy this range. High housing costs consume 17.0% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 58th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Wynnum's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 70.8% houses and 29.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wynnum was at 28.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.0% and rented ones at 35.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Wynnum was $400, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Wynnum's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 68.9% of all households, including 30.1% couples with children, 26.1% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.1%, with lone person households at 27.9% and group households comprising 3.3%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates at 31.0%, surpassing the SA4 region average of 23.7% and Queensland's state average of 25.7%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 20.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 6.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.8%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 34.9% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 23.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 27.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in primary education, 8.2% 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

Wynnum has 71 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 32 different routes, collectively facilitating 2,148 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 197 meters from the nearest stop. As predominantly residential, most commutes are outward-bound. Car remains the primary mode at 83%, while train usage stands at 10%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 23.4% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 306 trips daily across all routes, translating to approximately 30 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Wynnum are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Wynnum's health indicators show below-average outcomes according to AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is very high at approximately 56% of the total population, which consists of around 8,471 people. The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues affecting 9.1% of residents and arthritis impacting 8.4%. About 67.6% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 21.3% of residents aged 65 and over, totaling around 3,222 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.

In terms of cultural diversity, Wynnum records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Wynnum's population, born in Australia, was 77.2%. Citizenship stood at 87.1%, with 92.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity dominated religiously, at 50.9%.

Judaism, however, was slightly overrepresented at 0.1%. Ancestral groups showed English at 30.6%, Australian at 23.8%, and Irish at 10.4%. Notable differences existed for New Zealanders (1.2% vs regional 1.0%), Maori (1.4% vs 1.1%), and French (0.7% vs 0.5%).

Wynnum hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Wynnum is 43 years, significantly higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. The 55-64 age group constitutes 14.2% of the population, compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 9.0%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 5.0% to 6.9%, and the 65 to 74 cohort has increased from 10.3% to 11.7%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 10.3% to 9.0%, and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 15.9% to 14.6%. Population forecasts for 2041 suggest substantial demographic changes in Wynnum, with the 75 to 84 age group expected to grow by 77% (801 people), reaching a total of 1,846 from 1,044. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 62% of total population growth, reflecting Wynnum's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 35 to 44 and 25 to 34 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.