Edge Hill (Qld)

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Following an examination of ABS demographic data updates for the wider region alongside newly confirmed residential locations verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Edge Hill is estimated to have a population of approximately 4,027 in May 2026. This indicates a contraction of 61 individuals (1.5%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 4,088 residents. The calculation originates from the resident count of 4,027, calculated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an extra 15 validated new addresses identified after the Census date. This size results in a density of 1,598 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average across Australian sites tracked by Districts. Growth locally was mostly fueled by international arrivals, which made up roughly 97.0% of the overall population gains in the most recent periods.

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The suburb of Edge Hill has a highly qualified labor force, strong representation in key service industries, and a low unemployment rate of 3.5%, according to Districts compilations of regional statistics. In March 2026, 2,250 residents were employed, with the local jobless rate sitting 0.4% lower than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, while workforce participation is relatively standard at 68.1% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census responses show that a moderate 17.4% of employed residents performed their duties from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year show that earnings in the suburb of Edge Hill exceed the national average, with a median of $58,747 and a mean of $73,065. In comparison, Regional Qld recorded a median of $53,146 and a mean of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would translate to roughly $65,421 for the median and $81,365 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, individual earnings sit at the 72nd percentile, yielding $942 per week, while collective household income is positioned at the 45th percentile. The overall earnings profile shows that 31.2% of the population, representing 1,256 people, are situated in the - weekly bracket, closely matching the wider region where of residents are in this category. Residents retain of their income for non-housing costs, and the local SEIFA income metric places the neighborhood in the th decile.

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The composition of residential properties in the suburb of Edge Hill at the last Census was made up of 70.0% separate houses and 30.0% alternative housing options, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 76.4% separate houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Edge Hill matched Regional Qld at 32.1%, while the remaining properties were split between mortgaged homes at 31.0% and rental properties at 36.9%. The median monthly mortgage payment was below the Regional Qld average at $1,618, and the median weekly rent was $310, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively. Compared nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Edge Hill are considerably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also well below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of local households at 63.3%, which consists of couples with children at 23.2%, couples without children at 25.4%, and single parents with children at 13.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 36.7%, with single-person households at 31.3% and group housing making up 5.1% of the total. The median household occupancy is 2.3 individuals, which is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Attainment of higher education in the suburb of Edge Hill is significantly higher than broader regional benchmarks, with 35.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university qualification, compared to 20.6% in Rest of Qld and 21.1% in the SA4 region. This education profile positions local residents well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 22.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.4%. Vocational skills are also prominent, with 34.7% of residents aged 15 and over possessing technical qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 12.1% and certificates at 22.6%.

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Analysis of local transit indicates there are 18 active passenger transport stops in the suburb of Edge Hill, consisting of bus services. These locations are connected to 3 distinct routes, which combine to offer 231 passenger trips per week. Accessibility is classified as good, with residents living an average of 239 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential focus of the neighborhood, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 88% and bicycles used by 4%. Households own an average of 1.3 vehicles, which is lower than the regional norm. Additionally, 17.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect conditions during the pandemic.

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Health metrics show positive outcomes throughout the suburb of Edge Hill, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the low prevalence of common chronic illnesses across all age demographics, while private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 56% of the population, which is about 2,261 people. This compares to a coverage rate of 52.5% across Regional Qld.

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The suburb of Edge Hill exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 13.1% of residents using a non-English language at home and 25.2% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 43.2% of the local population. However, the most notable difference from broader trends is in the Other category, which represents 1.3% of local residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of residents in the suburb of Edge Hill is 42 years, which is close to the Regional Qld average of 41 years and higher than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to the Regional Qld average, there is a higher concentration of residents in the 45 - 54 age group, representing 14.9% of the local population, while the 5 - 14 cohort is lower at 10.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 9.8% to 11.6%, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 4.6% to 6.0%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 age group decreased from 14.3% to 10.7%, and the to bracket fell from to . Projections for the year point to demographic shifts in the suburb of Edge Hill, with the to age segment expected to grow by people () from to while the to cohort is forecast to decline by people.

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Edge Hill currently has an estimated 189 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 111 children aged 0-2 and 74 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 6% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 30% by 2041 (to approximately 246 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 322. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.0 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.