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

According to ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region alongside address validations performed by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Wynnum has a population estimated at 15,144 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,108 people (7.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 14,036 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 15,035, estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 and 253 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 2,466 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Wynnum in the top quartile of countrywide locations evaluated by AreaSearch. The 7.9% expansion rate in the suburb of Wynnum since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 area (7.1%), making it a regional leader in expansion. Population gains in the suburb of Wynnum were mostly driven by net migration from overseas, which accounted for roughly 82.0% of the overall increase during recent periods.

For each SA2 boundary, AreaSearch utilizes ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024, which employ 2022 as their baseline year. For any SA2 sections lacking this coverage, or for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and grounded in 2021 records are applied. Because these state-level figures do not break down population by age, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings derived from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections published in 2023 using 2022 baseline statistics. Looking ahead, the suburb of Wynnum is projected to experience population growth exceeding the national median, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating an increase of 3,021 persons to 2041, which translates to a total gain of 19.2% over the 16 years.

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

AreaSearch assessment of statistical area data for ABS building approvals shows that Wynnum logged an annual average of approximately 86 new residential approvals, translating to an estimated 431 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 25 approvals have been registered. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, each new dwelling averaged 2.1 new residents, indicating healthy demand that helps sustain property values. The average expected construction cost for these new homes is $671,000, revealing that developers are emphasizing high-end residential projects for the premium market. Furthermore, commercial building approvals worth $5.3 million were registered during this financial year, which highlights that the locality remains predominantly residential.

Compared to the broader Greater Brisbane region, per capita development activity in Wynnum was 37.0% above the regional average over the 5 year period, offering buyers a good range of options while reinforcing established housing values, even though construction pace has eased lately. Approved residential designs consist of 41.0% detached dwellings and 59.0% attached dwellings. Concentrating on higher-density projects provides more accessible price points and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct shift from the historical residential composition, where houses currently make up 71.0% of properties, indicating a reduction in available vacant land while matching changing buyer preferences and budget constraints. With approximately 215 people per approval, Wynnum is undergoing a market transition.

Projections indicate that Wynnum will gain 2,912 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. New construction is keeping a reasonable pace with this projected population increase, although purchasing competition may intensify as the population grows.

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

Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and planning schemes have a significant impact on local market performance. AreaSearch has identified 33 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal projects include the Royal Far West (RFW) Neighbourhood Development, the Wynnum Plaza Redevelopment, the Wynnum Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct, and the Ora - 27-Storey Mixed-Use Development (Withdrawn), with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.

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The employment environment in Wynnum shows above-average strength when compared nationally

The local workforce exhibits high levels of education, with robust representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate sitting at just 3.5%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.8% over the past year, according to aggregated statistical area data from AreaSearch. As of March 2026, working residents numbered 8,997, and the local jobless rate was 0.8% below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%. Workforce participation is normal, registering at 73.3% compared to 70.4% across Greater Brisbane. Census records indicate a moderate 23.4% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.

The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The workforce shows a distinct concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, where the employment proportion is 1.2 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance has a below-average footprint, accounting for 14.5% of local employment compared to 16.1% across the region. Because the locality is mostly residential, local employment opportunities appear limited, as shown by comparing the census count of local workers against the resident labor force.

Employment levels rose by 3.8% and the labour force expanded by 4.1% during the year to March 2026, according to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical areas, which led to an increase in unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. This trend differs from Greater Brisbane, where employment grew by 3.2%, the labour force increased by 3.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide additional perspective on potential future demand in Wynnum. These projections, spanning five and ten-year periods, have been aligned with the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. Although national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary considerably across industry sectors. When these industry-specific projections are applied to Wynnum's employment mix, local employment is projected to increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this represents a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.

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

Based on aggregated postcode data from the ATO released for financial year 2023, Wynnum taxpayers recorded a median income of $59,195 and an average income of $72,640. These figures exceed the national averages and compare to Greater Brisbane levels of $58,236 (median) and $72,799 (average). Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $65,920 for the median and $80,892 for the average. Census data places household, family, and personal incomes in Wynnum around the 63rd percentile nationally. The largest cohort contains 29.3% of local taxpayers (4,437 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the regional rate of 33.3% for this bracket. Mortgage and rent payments take up 17.0% of local income, but strong wages help keep disposable income at the 58th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.

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

According to the latest Census, residential properties in Wynnum consisted of 70.8% houses and 29.2% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to Brisbane metro where houses accounted for 73.5% and alternative dwellings made up 26.5%. Home ownership in Wynnum was higher than the Brisbane metro rate at 28.8%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (36.0%) or occupied by tenants (35.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was higher than the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent of $400 also exceeded the metro average of $380. Compared nationally, Wynnum mortgage payments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national figure of $375.

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

Families make up 68.9% of local households, consisting of 30.1% couples with children, 26.1% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 31.1%, with single person households accounting for 27.9% and group households making up 3.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 residents is below 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 educational attainment of local residents is high compared to the wider region, with university graduation rates at 31.0% of residents aged 15+ exceeding both the SA4 average of 23.7% and the Queensland average of 25.7%. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 20.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.8%. Vocational and technical skills are also common, with 34.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 23.3%.

Participation in education is high, with 27.9% of the population enrolled in an educational program. This includes 9.1% attending primary school, 8.2% attending high school, and 5.3% enrolled in tertiary institutions.

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

Analysis of local public transport shows 71 active stops in Wynnum, consisting of train stations and bus stops. These stops connect to 32 distinct routes, which provide a total of 2,148 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 197 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 83% and trains accounting for 10%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling. Around 23.4% of residents worked from home, according to 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era workplace conditions.

Transit services average 306 daily trips across the local network, which represents about 30 weekly trips for each 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

Health metrics suggest weaker outcomes for Wynnum residents, based on AreaSearch analysis of local death rates and chronic illness rates, with common conditions present across both younger and older age brackets, while the rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 56% of the population (~8,479 people).

The most frequent health diagnoses among local residents were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 9.1 and 8.4% of the population, respectively, while 67.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Residents of working age exhibit higher rates of chronic health conditions than average. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 21.1% of the population (3,195 people), compared to 15.1% across Greater Brisbane. Senior health outcomes present challenges, with national percentiles generally mirroring the general public.

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

Cultural diversity metrics for Wynnum are similar to regional averages, with 77.2% of residents born in Australia, 87.1% holding citizenship, and 92.2% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 50.9% of residents. The most noticeable religious overrepresentation occurs in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the local population compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.

Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the top three ancestries reported in Wynnum are English at 30.6% of the population, Australian at 23.8%, and Irish at 10.4%. There are also differences in other groups, with New Zealand origin overrepresented at 1.2% of Wynnum compared to 1.0% regionally, Maori ancestry at 1.4% compared to 1.1%, and French ancestry at 0.7% compared to 0.5%.

Wynnum hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age of 43 years in Wynnum is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the national median of 38 years. The 55 - 64 age bracket is well represented at 14.2% of the population compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 9.5%. Statistics collected after the 2021 Census show the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 5.0% to 6.8% of the population, while the 65 to 74 group rose from 10.3% to 11.6%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 15.9% to 14.4% and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 12.0% to 10.9%. Population projections for 2041 suggest changing demographics for Wynnum. The 75 to 84 cohort is expected to grow by 71% (727 people), increasing from 1,029 to 1,757. Combined, residents aged 65+ will account for 60% of total population growth, pointing to an aging population. Conversely, the 25 to 34 and 35 to 44 cohorts are projected to contract.