Brinsmead (Qld)

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Analyzing ABS population updates for the wider region alongside new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Brinsmead is calculated to have approximately 5,705 residents as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 168 individuals (3.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 5,537 people. The variation is derived from a resident population of 5,702, which was calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release combined with 46 verified new addresses added since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 1,114 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with the typical averages observed in regions evaluated by Districts. The primary driver of this population growth was natural increase, which accounted for approximately 52.0% of the overall population rise in recent times.

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The suburb of Brinsmead features a highly skilled labor force with a strong representation in essential service sectors, maintaining a very low unemployment rate of 1.9% according to statistical area aggregations by Districts. In March 2026, there are 3,359 employed residents, and the local unemployment rate sits 2.0% below the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%. Furthermore, workforce participation is exceptionally high at 73.5%, compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a moderate 16.0% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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Based on Districts' aggregation of the newest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the financial year 2023, the suburb of Brinsmead recorded a median taxpayer income of $61,056, alongside an average income of $75,935. These figures are elevated on a national scale and compare to median and average figures of $53,146 and $66,593 across Regional Qld. Adjusting for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023, updated figures are estimated at approximately $67,992 for the median and $84,561 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Brinsmead are all positioned high nationally, falling between the 77th and 77th percentiles. In terms of distribution, the largest cohort accounts for 38.6% of residents (2,202 people) who earn between and mirroring the broader region where fall into this bracket. High-income earners are prominent, with earning more than per week, showing significant financial capacity. Discretionary income after housing expenses stands at of earnings, and the area's SEIFA index for income places it in the th decile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in the suburb of Brinsmead consisted of 97.2% detached houses and 2.8% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional Qld where detached houses made up 76.4% and alternative dwellings made up 23.6%. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Brinsmead were slightly below the Regional Qld average, sitting at 30.6%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (49.0%) or rented (20.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 was higher than the Regional Qld median of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $450, compared to $345 in Regional Qld. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Brinsmead are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs are notably higher than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 81.9%, which includes couples with children at 40.1%, couples without children at 29.0%, and single-parent households at 12.2%. The remaining 18.1% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 15.2% and group housing making up 2.6%. The typical household size of 2.8 individuals exceeds the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The educational standing of the suburb of Brinsmead is prominent within the region, with tertiary qualification rates (27.7% of residents aged 15+) tracking higher than both the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA4 regional average of 21.1%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 19.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.2%. Technical and trade qualifications are also common, with 39.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.3% and certificates at 26.4%.

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Public transit data shows 11 active transit stops in the suburb of Brinsmead, utilizing bus services. These stops are served by 1 separate routes, which provide 123 passenger trips weekly. Transit accessibility is classified as moderate, with residents living an average of 425 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the area, and private cars remain the dominant mode of travel at 94%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.7 cars per dwelling, which is above the regional average. Census data from 2021 indicates that 16.0% of working residents worked from home, which may reflect the impact of COVID-19 safety measures.

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Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic conditions reveals strong health indicators throughout the suburb of Brinsmead, with very low rates of common illnesses across all age groups. Furthermore, the level of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 57% of the population (~3,268 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld.

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The suburb of Brinsmead exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 21.8% of the population born outside Australia and 11.9% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 50.0% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious concentration relative to the regional average is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 39 years in the suburb of Brinsmead is slightly lower than the Regional Qld median of 41 years, but sits close to the national average of 38 years. Demographic data shows that the 45 to 54 age bracket is highly represented at 14.9%, whereas the 25 to 34 age bracket is smaller at 9.9% compared to Regional Qld. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 11.5% to 13.4% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 3.1% to 4.8%, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 16.5% to 13.8%. Looking forward to demographic projections indicate significant changes in the age structure. The to age cohort is expected to grow by residents (), moving from to while both the to and to cohorts are projected to contract.

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Brinsmead currently has an estimated 302 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 179 children aged 0-2 and 119 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 3% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 12% by 2041 (to approximately 337 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 624. Birth rates in the area have averaged 9.4 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.