Collingwood Park (Qld)

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According to ABS demographic updates for the wider region and new address datasets verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Collingwood Park (Qld) has a calculated population of approximately 12,159 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,913 people (31.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered 9,246 individuals. This adjustment is based on a resident population of 11,754 calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an extra 800 validated new addresses since the Census. The suburb of Collingwood Park (Qld) currently has a population density of 1,623 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure across national locations assessed by Districts. The expansion of 31.5% in the suburb of Collingwood Park (Qld) since the 2021 census outstripped the national average (9.3%) and the state benchmark, positioning it as a key regional growth hub. The expansion was largely fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 68.0% of the population increase in recent times, though natural growth and overseas migration also made positive contributions.

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The local workforce is evenly distributed between white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a strong presence in essential services, a low unemployment rate of 3.9%, and an estimated job growth rate of 11.5% over the past year, according to aggregated statistical data from Districts. In March 2026, there were 6,248 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.5% below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, while workforce participation is relatively standard at 73.0% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.4%. Census figures indicate that a low 11.7% of the workforce worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns.

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According to the most recent postcode ATO data released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in Collingwood Park have a median income of $51,521 and an average income of $54,829. These figures sit below the national averages, and compare to a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be roughly $57,374 for the median and $61,058 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and personal incomes cluster around the 50th percentile nationally. The most common weekly earnings bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which accounts for 42.0% of residents (5,106 people), mirroring the regional trend where 33.3% of the population falls into this bracket. Elevated housing costs account for of income, though solid earnings keep overall disposable income at the th percentile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the local housing mix consisted of 91.8% detached houses and 8.2% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other configurations, compared to Brisbane metro's breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership rates lagged behind the Brisbane metro average, standing at 16.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (47.3%) or tenants renting their homes (35.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,580, which is below the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $340, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Locally, mortgage payments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national median of $375.

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Family units comprise 78.7% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 39.3%, couples without children at 21.3%, and single parents at 16.9%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 21.3%, with single-person households representing 18.3% and group housing making up 3.0%. The median household size is 3.0 residents, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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The local area shows lower rates of tertiary education, with 15.1% of residents holding a university qualification, which is below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 10.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.4% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 41.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.8% and certificates at 30.0%.

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Public transport options include 27 active transit stops within the area, consisting of bus services. These stops are serviced by 3 separate routes, which support 373 passenger journeys each week. Transport access is rated as moderate, with residents living an average of 458 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents commute elsewhere, with private cars remaining the dominant mode at 90%, and trains accounting for 6%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 11.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Health indicators point to noticeable challenges in the area, based on mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic health conditions across both younger and older cohorts, with the rate of private health insurance coverage standing at approximately 49% of the population (~5,949 people). This is below the Greater Brisbane average of 55.8% and the national standard of 55.7%.

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The area exhibits greater cultural diversity than most local markets, with 21.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 31.4% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 50.0% of the population. The most distinct variance from regional averages is in the Other category, which represents 1.0% of the local population compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.

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The local median age of 31 years is younger than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and sits below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the area has a higher proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (17.3%) but fewer residents aged 65 - 74 (5.1%). The proportion of children aged 5 - 14 is higher than the national figure of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 13.8% to 15.6% of the population. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group declined from 9.4% to 8.0%, and the to group decreased from to . Demographic projections indicate the age profile will change by with the to bracket expected to grow by people () from to .

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Collingwood Park currently has an estimated 875 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 520 children aged 0-2 and 346 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 11% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 11% by 2041 (to approximately 968 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,577. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 14.9 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.