Acacia Ridge (Qld)

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According to investigations of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, combined with fresh address validations performed by Districts since the Census, Acacia Ridge has an estimated residency of 7,765 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 279 residents (3.7%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 7,486 individuals. This shift is derived from an estimated local population of 7,761 calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP data alongside 60 new validated addresses recorded post-census. The current population translates to a density of 893 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical results across locations analyzed by Districts. The primary driver of this population change was overseas arrivals, which accounted for approximately 66.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.

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Acacia Ridge has a workforce characterized by a range of skills and diverse industries, featuring an unemployment rate of 13.6% and a 7.6% rise in employment over the past year according to statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,435. The local unemployment rate exceeds the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.3% by 9.2%, indicating potential for labor market improvement, while participation is lower at 64.6% compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 70.4%. Census records show only 10.2% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic-era lockdowns.

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According to compiled ATO data from postcodes for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Acacia Ridge recorded a median income of $49,620 and an average income of $55,932. These amounts are below national benchmarks and compare to Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $55,257 for the median and $62,286 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed the area's household, family, and personal incomes between the 15th and 21st percentiles nationally. Income brackets show that 34.0% of the population (2,640 people) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is comparable to the regional proportion of . Affordability pressures are notable, with residents retaining only of their income, placing the area in the th percentile for this metric.

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Residential dwelling types in Acacia Ridge at the latest Census consisted of 84.8% standalone houses and 15.2% alternative housing styles (including semi-detached properties, units, and other structures), compared to Brisbane metro's split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was lower than the metropolitan average at 20.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (29.2%) or renting (50.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,517 was lower than the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent was $335, compared to $380 for the metropolitan region. Locally, mortgage costs are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents sit below the national average of $375.

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Family units account for 68.0% of households, consisting of couples with children at 25.7%, couples without children at 21.3%, and single parent households at 19.0%. Non-family living arrangements represent 32.0% of the total, with single person households making up 26.5% and group houses comprising 5.6%. The median size of local households is 2.6 people, matching the average for Greater Brisbane.

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The locality shows opportunities for educational improvement, as the proportion of residents with university degrees (21.2%) sits significantly below the SA4 regional average of 42.1%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 14.9%, with postgraduate degrees at 4.4% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 35.5% of the population aged 15+ holding qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (25.2%).

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Analysis of transport options shows 48 active transit stops in Acacia Ridge, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes, which accommodate 499 passenger trips per week. General accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 228 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, resulting in outbound commuting where private vehicles remain the main transport mode at 83%, followed by bus transit at 6%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.2 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average. At the 2021 Census, 10.2% of working residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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Local health profiles point to notable challenges in Acacia Ridge, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality statistics and the prevalence of long-term health issues across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance coverage is low at approximately 49% of residents (~3,833 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

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Acacia Ridge displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 38.0% of residents born outside Australia and 35.0% communicating in a language other than English at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 42.9% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in Islam, which is practiced by 11.3% of local residents, compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 2.0%.

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With a median age of 34, the population of Acacia Ridge is younger than Greater Brisbane's median of 36 and Australia's national average of 38. Compared to the capital city, Acacia Ridge has a larger share of children aged 0 - 4 (7.2%) but fewer residents aged 15 - 24 (11.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort increased from 13.4% to 14.7% of the population, while the 15 to 24 age bracket shrank from 12.4% to 11.6%. Projections for 2041 point to shifts in local demographics, with the 45 to 54 cohort showing the highest growth at 18%, adding people to total . Older residents aged and over are expected to make up of the projected population increase, while the cohorts aged to and to are expected to decrease in size.

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Acacia Ridge currently has an estimated 559 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 305 children aged 0-2 and 204 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 1% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 14% by 2041 (to approximately 478 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 801. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 15.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.