Andergrove (Qld)

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Analyzing ABS demographic updates for the broader region alongside recently confirmed address records from Districts since the Census, the suburb of Andergrove has an estimated population of 10,547 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 623 people (6.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 9,924 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 10,489, which Districts determined using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 combined with 109 validated new addresses added since the Census. Such population numbers result in a density of 1,243 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure across Australian locations evaluated by Districts. The suburb of Andergrove's 6.3% growth since the Census is within 0.5 percentage points of the wider SA3 region (6.8%), indicating strong comparative growth dynamics. The main driver of this expansion was natural increase, contributing roughly 39.0% of the overall population rise during recent periods, although net interstate and overseas migration also registered positive gains.

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Andergrove maintains a balanced employment mix across white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial fields playing a strong role, while the unemployment rate stands at 3.3% and estimated employment growth reaches 3.9% over the past year according to Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 5,636 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 0.6% lower than Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%, with workforce participation remaining fairly standard at 68.7% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%. Census data indicates that only 4.1% of residents were working from home, although the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

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According to the latest ATO postcode data compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, Andergrove has a median taxpayer income of $57,930 and an average of $72,434. These figures exceed national benchmarks and stand above the Regional Qld median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimated values would be roughly $64,511 for the median and $80,663 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in Andergrove around the 52nd percentile nationally. The most common income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, which accounts for 35.2% of residents (3,712 people), matching the broader regional pattern where of the population falls into this range. Housing expenses account for of income, but solid earnings help keep disposable income at the th percentile.

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The local housing stock at the time of the latest Census consisted of 83.0% detached houses and 16.9% alternative dwellings, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwelling types across Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Andergrove lagged behind the wider region at 25.4%, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (41.9%) or rented (32.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,647 was below the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $350, compared to $345 regionally. On a national scale, mortgage payments in Andergrove are notably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 71.5%, which includes couples with children at 29.0%, couples without children at 27.0%, and single-parent homes at 14.3%. The remaining 28.5% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 25.1% and group shared housing making up 3.3%. The median household size is 2.5 residents, aligning with the Regional Qld average.

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Educational attainment in the area is characterized by university graduation rates (13.5%) that are considerably lower than the national average of 30.4%. This highlights an area of need as well as potential for targeted educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.3%) and certificates (35.5%).

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Public transport services in Andergrove include 21 active stops serviced by local bus routes. These stops are connected to 2 distinct routes that provide a combined 210 passenger journeys each week. Local transport access is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 292 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and the vast majority of working residents travel outside the area for employment, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.5 vehicles per household. A low 4.1% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.

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The area faces notable public health concerns, based on Districts' evaluation of local mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which are somewhat common across younger and older demographics alike. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 56% of the population (~5,895 people) holding policies, compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld.

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Andergrove exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 87.7% of the population, 88.0% of residents born in Australia, and 93.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, practiced by 53.8% of the local population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of Andergrove's residents is 36, which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 41 and slightly below the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, there is a higher concentration of residents in the 25 - 34 age bracket (14.7% locally) and a lower concentration in the 75 - 84 bracket (4.9%). Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 3.9% to 4.9%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age bracket decreased from 15.2% to 13.4%, and the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 12.5% to 11.4%. Demographic models indicate that Andergrove's age distribution will shift by with the to cohort projected to grow by people () from to while the to age bracket is expected to shrink by residents.

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Andergrove currently has an estimated 653 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 414 children aged 0-2 and 277 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 24% by 2041 (to approximately 809 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,086. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.