Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Yeerongpilly has an estimated 2,288 residents, up 12.5% since the 2021 Census, with 75 projects tracked in the area around Yeerongpilly.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Located 6.2 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Yeerongpilly had an estimated population of around 2,288 as of Aug 2026. That estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, alongside national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 2021 Census count of 2,033 people, the population has risen by 255 people (12.5%). Development activity is high and strong population drivers are at work. The housing profile includes an above-average renting population and high levels of semi-detached housing.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, largely living in group households. Population change shows moderate expansion patterns.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 6.2 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Yeerongpilly had an estimated population of around 2,288 as of Aug 2026. That estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, alongside national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 2021 Census count of 2,033 people, the population has risen by 255 people (12.5%). Development activity is high and strong population drivers are at work. The housing profile includes an above-average renting population and high levels of semi-detached housing.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, largely living in group households. Population change shows moderate expansion patterns.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,814 in 2006 and 2,272 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,288 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 20.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.7%.
Yeerongpilly ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 97th for education.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Yeerongpilly is $670 a week, up 8.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 7% above Greater Brisbane.
7% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Units: $327 in 2017, $485 in 2023. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $670 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Holland Park - Yeronga | $610 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Holland Park - Yeronga, over 12 months | +7.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane - South | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Brisbane - South, over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Brisbane | $627 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Brisbane, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 56 tracked applications: 46 approved, 8 under assessment, 2 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 75 projects in and around Yeerongpilly, 24 of them under construction.
Yeerongpilly Green is an $850 million transit-oriented urban village on the former Animal Research Institute site, about 6 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD. It is a joint venture between Consolidated Properties Group, CVS Lane Capital Partners and the Queensland Government through Economic Development Queensland.
BHC is delivering 75 social and affordable homes in a 6-storey building at Parkside Yeronga. The mix includes 18 studios, 45 one-bedroom and 12 two-bedroom apartments with extensive communal indoor/outdoor areas, deep planting and sustainability features targeting 7+ star NatHERS. Builder: Bryant. Architect: Ultralinea Architecture.
New Cross River Rail train stabling facility at Clapham Yard near Moorooka station. The facility is planned to stable up to 27 six-car trains and includes a maintenance facility for graffiti removal, carriage cleaning and light maintenance, crew facilities, operational control areas, secure access, a new dual gauge rail bridge and viaduct over Moolabin…
Premier green residence development at 26-36 Shottery Street, Yeronga featuring expansive and picturesque rooftop terraces. The development focuses on sustainable living with extensive green spaces and environmentally conscious design. Residents can enjoy rooftop gardens and outdoor living spaces that maximize Queensland's subtropical climate.
A new purpose-built neighbourhood retail centre on Ipswich Road designed to reflect the character of the surrounding suburb. The development comprises a 3,640 square metre full-line Coles supermarket, a 150 square metre Liquorland tenancy and 177 car parking bays across two basement levels accessed from Ipswich Road and Aubigny Street.
Parkside Yeronga is a 3 hectare mixed-use urban renewal precinct on the former Yeronga TAFE site. The project includes the completed Yeronga Community Centre, public open space and Green Spine parkland, 37 JGL Properties townhomes, Brisbane Housing Company social and affordable housing, and RetireAustralia's Arcadia retirement living community.
Rebuild of Moorooka station on the Beenleigh line in Brisbane's south, delivered as part of Cross River Rail's accessibility upgrades between Dutton Park and Salisbury.
Dutton Park station has been rebuilt and is now fully open as part of the Cross River Rail project. Features include new high-level platforms, an overpass, lifts, and improved customer accessibility. Intermittent finishing works and rail corridor infrastructure installations continue nearby.
A two-stage extension of the existing Moorooka Central shopping centre, anchored by Woolworths, designed by V Architecture. Stage 1 adds 864 square metres of additional gross floor area above the existing car parking area, providing a medical centre, dentist and new retail tenancies fronting Beaudesert Road and Durack Street, plus Woolworths direct-to-boot…
Four-storey mixed-use development known as Neo's Corner comprising a 148-place childcare centre across the upper levels, ground-floor cafe, office and medical tenancies, landscaped outdoor play areas and 58 car parks.
The $761 million Princess Alexandra Hospital Expansion delivers substantial acute care capacity through the construction of a multi-storey vertical Clinical Services Building directly above the hospital's operating Emergency Department.
Gloriette is a DA Approved 25-storey luxury residential tower by Consolidated Properties Group, situated within the Yeerongpilly Green precinct. Designed by Rothelowman, it delivers 181 apartments, over 2,000sqm of landscaped gardens, publicly accessible parkland, and features the adaptive reuse of a heritage animal morgue building.
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Estimated completion year of the 33 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 6, 2027 12, 2028 4, 2029 3, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 56 substantial development applications lodged in and around Yeerongpilly over the past 5 years, 12 in the last 12 months; 8 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 11, 2023 17, 2024 7, 2025 10, 2026 (to Oct) 9.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 56 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 18.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 39 | ABS building approvals | 51st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 46 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 8 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Yeerongpilly include: Parkside Yeronga (Construction); Yeerongpilly Green (Construction); Evergreen, Park Road Yeronga (Construction); Queensland Tennis Centre Upgrade (Planning); and Clapham Yard Stabling Facility (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Yeerongpilly spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
The suburb of Yeerongpilly ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Yeerongpilly when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Yeerongpilly area has seen 127 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Yeerongpilly's current population of 2,288 has been supported by 39 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Yeerongpilly has seen 18.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.1 approval in Greater Brisbane. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 35 people in the suburb of Yeerongpilly, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Yeerongpilly's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 39, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Yeerongpilly has grown by approximately 195 people, while 195 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Yeerongpilly reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,288 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,181 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,033 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 255 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.94 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Yeerongpilly was estimated to be approximately 2,288 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,272 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Yeerongpilly has added approximately 255 people and shown a 12.54% increase from the 2,033 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is estimated at 1,179 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Yeerongpilly has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is driven by: Overseas migration (53.0%), Interstate migration (32.0%), Natural increase (15.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 53.0% of overall population gains.
Yeerongpilly hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 33.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 58.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 20.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Yeerongpilly at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Yeerongpilly is 2 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Yeerongpilly compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 20.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Yeerongpilly compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 11.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Yeerongpilly show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.1% vs 1.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.1% of the population in the suburb of Yeerongpilly as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.6% of the population in the suburb of Yeerongpilly as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 9% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $71,319 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $102,356 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,395 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,131 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 39.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,975 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is approximately $76,390. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $71,319.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is approximately $109,634. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $102,356.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is approximately $76,390 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,319 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is approximately $109,634 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $102,356 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Yeerongpilly's households (~31.7% / 251 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.7% of households. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 33.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is $2,395/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is $2,975/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is $1,131/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Yeerongpilly had a median income among taxpayers of $71,319 with the average level standing at $102,356. This is exceptionally high nationally and compares to levels of $61,668 and $77,113 across Greater Brisbane respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $76,390 (median) and $109,634 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is $8,888 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Yeerongpilly's disposable income is $8,888 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Yeerongpilly ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 74.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,366 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,451 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,431 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Yeerongpilly has approximately 1,366 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.5%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Yeerongpilly stands at 4.5%, which is broadly in line with Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.0% of employment), education & training (16.3%), and professional & technical (13.1%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Yeerongpilly has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is 74.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of Yeerongpilly shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 16.3% of the local workforce compared to 9.4% across Greater Brisbane. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Yeerongpilly's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Yeerongpilly demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 3% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 33.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 13.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 52.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 25.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
52.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Yeerongpilly have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
25.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Yeerongpilly have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of Yeerongpilly ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Yeerongpilly are: Bachelor Degree (33.8%), Postgraduate (13.7%), Certificate (12.7%).
31.8% of the population in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.1% in primary school, 6.8% in secondary school, 11.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
Yeerongpilly features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 24.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 791 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 890 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Yeerongpilly had 791 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.5% to an estimated 890 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 66.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (24.1%), group households (8.2%), and other household types (1.3%).
Of the 525 family households, couples with children account for 31.2% of all households, couples without children at home 25.2%, and single parent families 8.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Yeerongpilly shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, family households are under-represented at 66.4% compared to 71.7% in Greater Brisbane. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Families in the suburb of Yeerongpilly have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 40.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 47.2% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 24.1% of all households in the suburb of Yeerongpilly, similar to the average for Greater Brisbane of 23.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 8.2% of households, above the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Yeerongpilly was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 24.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 17.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 82.8% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.7% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 75.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Yeerongpilly was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 24.7% of its population born overseas and 17.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Yeerongpilly, at 41.3% of people, although more residents (52.0%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 2.7% of the population, compared to 2.0% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Yeerongpilly are English, comprising 26.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 21.8% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 0.7% of Yeerongpilly (vs 0.3% across Greater Brisbane), Scottish at 9.1% (vs 7.4%) and Vietnamese at 1.5% (vs 0.8%).
24.7% of the suburb of Yeerongpilly population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
17.2% of the population in the suburb of Yeerongpilly speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.0% of the suburb of Yeerongpilly population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
88.7% of the suburb of Yeerongpilly population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Yeerongpilly displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 42.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 19.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 50.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 28.0% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $395 | 2021 Census, weekly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 19.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Yeerongpilly, 19.5% of homes are owned outright, 38.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 42.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 50.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Yeerongpilly are houses.
In the suburb of Yeerongpilly, 21.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 28.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Yeerongpilly stands at 19.5%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is $2,000, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is $1,490, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Yeerongpilly, households with mortgages typically spend 19.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Yeerongpilly is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Yeerongpilly shows mortgage holders spending 19.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 16.5% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Yeerongpilly consists of 50.6% detached houses, 28.0% semi-detached dwellings, 21.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Yeerongpilly consumes approximately 14.4% of median household income ($10,370 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Yeerongpilly show attached dwellings contributing 91% of approvals compared to 49% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 9% of applications versus 51% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
The level of general health in Yeerongpilly is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 66.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 87th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.7% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
Around 66.2% of people in the suburb of Yeerongpilly are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Yeerongpilly, 2.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
7.7% of people in the suburb of Yeerongpilly are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.4% of the suburb of Yeerongpilly population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.4% of people in the suburb of Yeerongpilly have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Yeerongpilly, 66.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Brisbane sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.1%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 392 m away and the nearest pharmacy 555 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 73 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest dentist | 385 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 392 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 476 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 555 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 573 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 651 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 879 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 899 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 59 places in Yeerongpilly, about 1.6 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Yeerongpilly when compared nationally.
Yeerongpilly has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 3% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Yeerongpilly is $670 a week, +8.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Yeerongpilly reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Yeerongpilly hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 9% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Yeerongpilly ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Yeerongpilly demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 3% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Yeerongpilly features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Yeerongpilly was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Yeerongpilly displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
The level of general health in Yeerongpilly is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in Yeerongpilly: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Yeerongpilly has an estimated 2,288 residents, up 12.5% since the 2021 Census, with 75 projects tracked in the area around Yeerongpilly.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Yeerongpilly.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL33215). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Yeerongpilly from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Yeerongpilly with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 27.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
