Beaconsfield (Qld)

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According to ABS population updates for the wider region and recent address validations conducted by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Beaconsfield (Qld) has an estimated population of 6,714 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 815 people (13.8%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,899 residents. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 6,680, estimated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP data release from June 2025 and 243 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. This population level yields a density of 966 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with the average across places evaluated by Districts. The 13.8% increase in the suburb of Beaconsfield (Qld) since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area (6.8%) and the SA4 region, making it a regional leader in growth. Population increases in this locality were mostly led by natural increase, which made up approximately 39.0% of the total population growth in recent times, though all other contributors, such as interstate and overseas migration, remained positive.

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Beaconsfield's labor market is characterized by a mix of white and blue collar positions, with manufacturing and industrial fields holding significant weight. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, and there was an estimated employment growth of 4.9% over the previous year according to Districts aggregated statistical area information. As of March 2026, 3,394 residents were employed, and the local unemployment rate was 0.3% higher than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in the area closely mirrors that of Regional Qld, which sits at 64.3%. Census data indicates that only 4.0% of residents worked from home, a figure that may be influenced by the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.

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Taxpayer data from the ATO compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in the suburb of Beaconsfield are higher than the national average. Taxpayers in this suburb record a median income of $56,265 and an average income of $70,352, compared to the Regional Qld statistics of $53,146 and $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would sit at roughly $62,657 for the median and $78,344 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are positioned moderately, landing between the 48th and 51st percentiles. Income distribution shows the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the largest group, representing 31.3% of residents ( people), which matches the wider region where this bracket accounts for of the population. High housing costs take up of earnings, yet solid wages keep net disposable income at the th percentile.

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Residential property types in Beaconsfield at the time of the latest Census consisted of 86.7% separate houses and 13.3% alternative housing styles including semi-detached properties, units, and other dwellings, compared to Regional Qld averages of 76.4% separate houses and 23.6% other options. The proportion of home ownership in Beaconsfield was lower than the Regional Qld average, sitting at 29.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (40.3%) or tenants (30.5%). The median monthly home loan payment was higher than the Regional Qld average at $1,733, and the median weekly rent was $350, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively. Across the country, Beaconsfield's mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 74.5%, consisting of couples with children at 31.7%, couples without children at 28.5%, and single parent households at 13.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.5%, which is mostly composed of sole person households at 22.8% and group living arrangements at 2.6%. The median household occupancy of 2.6 persons is higher than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational data shows significant gaps, as the percentage of residents with a university qualification (15.4%) is much lower than the national average of 30.4%. This highlights a clear need as well as an opening for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 11.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Technical and trade qualifications are highly represented, with 42.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.4% and certificates at 34.0%.

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Public transport connectivity includes 8 active bus stops operating within Beaconsfield. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes that provide a total of 238 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 287 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and the vast majority of working residents commute elsewhere, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.5 cars per household. A low proportion of residents (4.0%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Public health records point to major challenges for Beaconsfield, with Districts' evaluation of mortality and long-term health issues revealing a much higher incidence of common conditions, particularly among the older demographics, alongside a very high rate of private health insurance covering roughly 55% of the local population (~3,698 people). This exceeds the Regional Qld private coverage rate of 52.5%.

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Cultural diversity metrics in Beaconsfield are lower than average, with citizens representing 87.4% of the population, Australian-born residents accounting for 85.3%, and 92.6% of households using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 54.2% of the local population, compared to 52.2% in Regional Qld.

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The median age of 37 years in Beaconsfield is notably younger than the Regional Qld average of 41 and closely matches the national median of 38. Compared to the Regional Qld average, the 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented locally at 14.7%, while the 55 - 64 age bracket is underrepresented at 9.5%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 6.1% to 7.4%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.9% to 12.0%, and the 55 to 64 cohort fell from 11.1% to 9.5%. Future demographic modeling suggests that Beaconsfield's age distribution will change substantially by . The to age group is projected to grow the fastest at , adding residents to total . In contrast, the to age bracket is expected to decrease by residents.

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Beaconsfield currently has an estimated 490 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 263 children aged 0-2 and 175 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 16% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 26% by 2041 (to approximately 615 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 690. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.