Chambers Flat (Qld)

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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the wider region and newly verified residential listings by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Chambers Flat contains approximately 4,799 residents as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 2,081 people (76.6%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,718 residents. This shift is calculated from a base population of 4,144 estimated by Districts using the ABS ERP release from June 2025, combined with 515 validated new addresses since the Census. Such population numbers translate to a density of 226 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and potential for future expansion. The 76.6% expansion rate in the suburb of Chambers Flat since the 2021 census outperformed the national growth rate of 9.3% and the state average, positioning it as a leading growth area. This expansion was mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 87.0% of the total population growth, though natural increases and overseas migration also made positive contributions.

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The local workforce shows a mix of white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with construction workers representing a major segment of the labor force, and unemployment standing at 6.1% based on compiled regional statistics. As of March 2026, there are 1,849 employed locals, while the jobless rate is 1.8% higher than the 4.3% rate recorded in Greater Brisbane. Furthermore, labor force participation is lower at 55.8% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Census records show that a modest 13.8% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure was influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.

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Based on tax records from the ATO for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Chambers Flat recorded a median income of $39,872 and an average income of $42,770. These numbers are below the national average and compare to median and average levels of $58,236 and $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $44,401 for the median and $47,629 for the average. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes in the area between the 15th and 24th percentiles nationally. Looking at income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the largest, representing 27.2% of residents (1,305 people), which is close to the 33.3% share in Greater Brisbane. Financial pressure is significant, as residents retain only of their income, placing the area in the th percentile for affordability.

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According to the last Census, the housing stock in the suburb of Chambers Flat consisted of 89.2% detached houses and 10.8% other housing types, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Greater Brisbane recorded 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Outright home ownership was high at 41.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (33.9%) or renters (25.0%). The median mortgage payment of $1,950 per month was higher than the Brisbane metropolitan average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $270 compared to $380 in Greater Brisbane. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Chambers Flat exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while rent levels are lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up 69.6% of all households, which includes 28.4% couples with children, 32.0% couples without children, and 8.0% single-parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 30.4%, consisting of 28.0% single-person households and 2.4% group households. The median household size of 2.7 residents is slightly higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment levels show that 11.7% of residents hold university qualifications, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education credential at 9.4%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.3% and postgraduate degrees at 1.0%. Vocational skills are highly prevalent, with 40.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificate qualifications at 29.0%.

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Based on chronic illness rates and mortality statistics, health challenges are visible across different age groups, and the rate of private health insurance is low, covering 44% of the population (~2,118 people). This contrasts with 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity indicators show that 24.3% of residents were born outside Australia, and 15.3% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, representing 53.1% of the population. A notable variance is found in the Other religious category, which represents 2.1% of residents compared to 1.3% in Greater Brisbane.

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The median age of 46 years in the suburb of Chambers Flat is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 years and the national average of 38 years. The cohort aged 65 to 74 represents 15.2% of the population, which is higher than the Brisbane metro share and the national average of 9.4%, while the 25 to 34 age bracket is smaller at 8.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from 9.1% to 12.2%, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 6.2% to 8.3%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group fell from 14.2% to 11.6%, and the to group decreased from to . Looking forward to demographic projections suggest shifts in the population structure, led by a increase in the to age group, which is projected to grow by people from to .

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Chambers Flat currently has an estimated 177 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 252 children aged 0-2 and 168 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 42% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 95% by 2041 (to approximately 345 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 553. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 20.4 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.