D Aguilar (Qld)

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According to ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region and subsequent address validations conducted by Districts since the Census, the suburb of D'Aguilar has an estimated residency of 2,207 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 733 people (49.7%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented 1,474 residents. The modification is calculated from a resident base of 2,116, calculated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP figures from June 2025 alongside an additional 278 validated new addresses recorded after the Census date. Such population levels yield a density of 216 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density living conditions and potential capacity for future residential builds. The expansion rate of 49.7% for the suburb of D'Aguilar since the 2021 census outpaced the national benchmark of 9.3% and state trends, positioning the locality as a regional leader in expansion. The population gains were heavily influenced by relocations from other states, which accounted for approximately 82.0% of the overall increase, though natural growth and overseas arrivals also contributed positively.

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The suburb of D'Aguilar is characterized by a balanced labor market containing both professional and trade-based occupations, with the building sector showing exceptionally strong representation. The local unemployment rate stands at a minimal 2.5%, and employment increased by an estimated 10.2% over the prior year, according to Districts regional aggregations. In March 2026, working residents numbered 1,098, with the unemployment rate tracking 1.8% below the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.3%, while workforce participation closely matched the capital city benchmark of 70.4%. Census records show that a minor portion of 11.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related movement restrictions.

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The most recent ATO records for the 2023 financial year show that personal incomes in the suburb of D'Aguilar are slightly below the national average, with a median of $55,713 and an average of $66,654. This is lower than the Greater Brisbane median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index expansion of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $62,042 for the median and $74,226 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census data, overall household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of D'Aguilar align with the 53rd percentile nationally. The most common income bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which accounts for 41.7% of residents (920 individuals), reflecting regional trends where 33.3% of the population fall into this category. Housing expenses consume of earnings, yet strong relative incomes keep net disposable funds at the th percentile, and the area is positioned in the th decile for the SEIFA index of relative financial advantage.

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Residential architecture in the suburb of D'Aguilar at the last Census was dominated by separate houses at 99.2%, with alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments comprising 0.8%, compared to the metropolitan Brisbane distribution of 73.5% separate houses and 26.5% other formats. The proportion of outright home ownership stood at 29.3%, exceeding the Brisbane metropolitan average, while the remaining homes were occupied under a mortgage (59.2%) or rented (11.5%). Typical monthly mortgage commitments in the area were lower than the Brisbane average at $1,805, while typical weekly rents matched the capital city median at $380, compared to Brisbane figures of $1,863 and $380 respectively. At a national scale, mortgage costs in the suburb of D'Aguilar are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, whereas typical rental costs exceed the national benchmark of $375.

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Families represent the vast majority of local living arrangements at 83.8% of households, consisting of couples with children at 40.3%, couples without children at 31.9%, and single parents at 10.5%. The remaining 16.2% consists of non-family households, which are divided into single-person households at 14.5% and group share houses at 2.3%. The typical household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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The locality presents distinct educational patterns, with university completion rates at 9.9%, which is substantially lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This gap highlights key areas for educational development. Among tertiary graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 6.3%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.9% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.7%. Conversely, vocational and technical capabilities are highly prevalent, with 48.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificates (38.2%).

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Public transport reviews indicate that 6 active passenger stops exist in the suburb of D'Aguilar, consisting of bus services. These locations are connected by 3 separate routes, which provide a total of 32 weekly journeys. Transit access is classified as restricted, with locals residing an average of 708 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the locality, the majority of workers travel out of the area, and private cars represent the primary mode of travel at 97%. Household vehicle availability averages 2.1 cars, exceeding regional norms. A relatively low proportion of 11.3% of workers conducted their duties from home, as recorded in the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related workplace settings.

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Based on Districts assessments of mortality patterns and the occurrence of long-term illnesses, the suburb of D'Aguilar experiences notable health vulnerabilities. Chronic medical conditions are widely distributed, showing a much higher prevalence among senior age groups, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the average SA2 region, encompassing approximately 54% of the population (~1,183 people). This compares to a coverage rate of 55.8% across Greater Brisbane.

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The suburb of D'Aguilar exhibits lower cultural diversity metrics compared to national averages, with citizenship at 90.6%, Australian-born residents making up 88.6% of the population, and 97.9% of households using only English. Adherents of Christianity constitute the largest religious group, representing 42.7% of residents. The most distinct variance from regional norms was in the Other category, which represents 1.1% of the population compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.

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The typical age in the suburb of D'Aguilar is 36 years, matching the Greater Brisbane median of 36 but tracking younger than the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is well represented at 10.7% relative to Greater Brisbane, whereas young adults in the 15 - 24 range are less common at 11.5%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 cohort has increased its share from 12.9% to 15.0%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.0% to 12.8%, and the 25 to 34 group fell from 14.5% to 13.4%. Demographic projections to 2041 suggest notable shifts for the suburb of D'Aguilar, with the to age bracket expected to grow by people () from to while the to age range is projected to lose residents.

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D'Aguilar currently has an estimated 183 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 73 children aged 0-2 and 47 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 50% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 188 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 203. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.9 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.