Beenleigh (Qld)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census Beenleigh's population is estimated at around 9,031 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 606 people (7.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,425 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 9,004, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 59 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,172 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by Districts. Beenleigh's 7.2% growth since census positions it within 2.1 percentage points of the national average (9.3%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 58% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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The workforce of the suburb of Beenleigh presents a balanced mix of professional and industrial roles, with the building sector showing particularly strong local representation, alongside an unemployment rate of 8.8% derived from aggregated local data. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,125, while the local jobless rate sat 4.4% higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, indicating potential for labor market improvement, and the participation rate of 60.6% is notably lower than the metropolitan average of 70.4%. According to census data, a modest 8.5% of workers operated from their homes, although this figure should be interpreted in the context of historical pandemic restrictions.

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Taxpayer records from the ATO for the financial year 2023 indicate that the median income in the suburb of Beenleigh stands at $45,372, with the average income recorded at $50,725. These figures sit below the national benchmarks and contrast with the median of $58,236 and average of $72,799 observed across Greater Brisbane. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, estimated income levels as of March 2026 would be roughly $50,526 for the median and $56,487 for the average. Census data from 2021 shows that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Beenleigh all place between the 10th and 18th percentiles on a national scale. The largest single income cohort contains 28.4% of residents, representing 2,564 individuals, who fall into the $1,500 - range, which is comparable to the metropolitan pattern where of the population occupies this range. Housing affordability presents a severe challenge, with residents retaining only of their income, which places the area in the th percentile nationally.

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The residential landscape in the suburb of Beenleigh at the time of the latest Census consisted of 62.5% free-standing houses and 37.5% alternative dwelling types, such as townhouses, units, or other structures, compared to the Brisbane metropolitan breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The level of home ownership in the suburb of Beenleigh stood at 18.0%, which is lower than the metropolitan average, with the remaining residential properties occupied by households with a mortgage, accounting for 27.5%, or renting, which made up 54.6%. The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,387, which is lower than the Brisbane metro median of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $300, compared to the metropolitan median of $380. On a national scale, mortgage costs in the suburb of Beenleigh are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels are also lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households in the area at 58.9%, which includes couples with children at 19.4%, couples without children at 20.6%, and single parents at 17.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 41.1%, with lone person households representing 36.7% and group households making up 4.3% of the total. The average household size stands at 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the metropolitan average of 2.6.

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Educational profiles in the area show lower rates of higher education, with 11.7% of residents holding a university qualification, compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This situation highlights both a developmental hurdle and a potential focus area for learning programs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common university qualification at 8.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Practical and vocational skills are widely represented, with 43.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificate-level training at 33.7%.

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An assessment of public transport shows 50 active transit stops in the suburb of Beenleigh, consisting of a combination of rail and bus infrastructure. These facilities are served by 51 distinct routes, which combine to support 3,776 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is rated highly, with residents generally living within 239 meters of their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice for 89% of commuters, while 5% use the train network. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.2 cars per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average. A relatively small 8.5% of working residents performed their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Significant health concerns are apparent in the suburb of Beenleigh, based on mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic health issues that affect both older and younger age groups, while the rate of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 47% of the population, which corresponds to roughly 4,272 people. This coverage rate is lower than the Greater Brisbane level of 55.8% and the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Beenleigh exhibits a higher level of cultural diversity than average, with 11.1% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 25.1% of the population born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 45.6% of the population. The most notable statistical variance from the metropolitan average is in the category of Other, which accounts for 1.3% of the population, matching the 1.3% share seen across Greater Brisbane.

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With a median age of 38, the suburb of Beenleigh is slightly older than Greater Brisbane, which has a median of 36, though it matches the national median of 38 years. The 55 - 64 age bracket is well represented at 12.4% relative to the metropolitan average, while the 35 - 44 cohort is less common at 12.5%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 has increased from 4.5% to 6.1% of the population, whereas the 15 to 24 cohort has decreased from 13.5% to 12.3%. Projections to 2041 indicate notable shifts in the local age profile, led by the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to expand by , representing an increase of people to reach from an initial . The aging trend is pronounced, with residents aged + accounting for of the projected growth, while the to and to cohorts are projected to contract.

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Beenleigh currently has an estimated 550 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 323 children aged 0-2 and 215 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 26% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 533 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 835. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.8 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.