Birtinya (Qld)

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Drawing from ABS population statistics for the surrounding region alongside validated address counts from Districts since the Census, the suburb of Birtinya has a population estimated at 5,223 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 845 residents (19.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented 4,378 citizens. The growth calculation stems from an estimated resident count of 5,209 established by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 316 validated new addresses post-Census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,632 persons per square kilometer, outstripping national averages analyzed by Districts. The 19.3% expansion of the suburb of Birtinya since the 2021 census paced ahead of the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and national figures, establishing it as a local growth frontrunner. Interstate arrivals drove the majority of this growth, accounting for roughly 64.0% of the population increase, though net migration from overseas and natural increase also registered positive gains.

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The local workforce exhibits high levels of education with substantial representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.0%, and stable employment patterns over the past year, according to Districts statistical aggregations. As of March 2026, working residents numbered 3,126, while the jobless rate was 1.9% below the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%, and participation in the labor force reached 69.7% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a moderate 15.8% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 health restrictions.

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Aggregated postcode data from the ATO released for financial year 2023 indicates the median taxpayer income in Birtinya was $56,961, with the average income recorded at $81,934. These figures are very high on a national scale and compare to median and average levels of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively across Regional Qld. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at roughly $63,432 for the median and $91,242 for the average. In the 2021 Census, local household, family, and personal incomes sat around the 59th percentile nationally. The most common income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 31.8% of residents (1,660 people), mirroring the surrounding region where 31.7% of the population falls into this same range. Housing cost burdens are prominent, leaving only of income after housing expenses, placing the area in the th percentile nationally, while the SEIFA index ranks the locality in the th decile for income.

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At the most recent Census, the distribution of dwelling types in Birtinya was 42.3% standalone houses and 57.8% other dwelling formats such as townhouses, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other dwellings accounted for 23.6%. Home ownership rates in Birtinya trailed the Regional Qld average, sitting at 15.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (20.5%) or renting (63.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,058, notably higher than the Regional Qld median of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $490 compared to Regional Qld's $345. On a national level, mortgage repayments in Birtinya are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national median of $375.

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Families represent the largest share of households at 63.1%, consisting of 21.5% couples with children, 30.0% couples without children, and 10.7% single parent households. Non-family households comprise the remaining 36.9%, with single-person households making up 27.2% and share households accounting for 9.2%. The median size of local households is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Qualifications in Birtinya are exceptionally high, with 34.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 20.6% in the Rest of Qld and 23.6% in the SA3 region. This educational profile positions the workforce well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 24.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 33.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 22.2%.

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Analysis of the local transport network shows 11 active passenger stops operating in Birtinya, all servicing bus routes. These stops accommodate 2 separate routes that combine to provide 381 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transport is good, with residents living an average of 363 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, resulting in a high rate of outward commuting. Private vehicles are the dominant transit mode at 79%, while 13% of residents walk to work and 3% cycle. The average vehicle ownership rate is 1.2 per dwelling, which is below the regional benchmark. Additionally, 15.8% of residents worked from home, according to 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era working patterns.

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Health indicators point to lower outcomes in Birtinya based on mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, though the occurrence of common health conditions in the broader population is typical. However, older age groups experience higher rates of health issues than the national average for their cohort. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 60% of residents (3,116 people) having coverage, compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld.

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Birtinya exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 11.4% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 27.0% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 45.5% of residents. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is Hinduism, which is practiced by 1.4% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.

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Birtinya has a median age of 36, which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 41 and slightly below the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, there is a clear concentration of residents in the 25 - 34 age bracket, making up 20.6% of the local population, while the 5 - 14 cohort is underrepresented at 7.8%. This 25 - 34 cohort concentration is also well above the national average of 14.6%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 grew from 8.3% to 9.6%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 9.5% to 7.8%, and the 55 to bracket fell from to . Population models suggest the age distribution will shift by with the to age bracket projected to grow by people () from to while the to cohort is forecast to increase by a modest ( people).

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Birtinya currently has an estimated 235 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 156 children aged 0-2 and 103 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 22% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 34% by 2041 (to approximately 314 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 413. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.