Ellen Grove (Qld)

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According to the analysis of demographic updates from the ABS for the wider region and address information validated by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Ellen Grove has a population calculated to be approximately 4,191 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 605 people (16.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 3,586 residents. This shift is derived from a resident headcount of 4,190, calculated by Districts using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside an extra 44 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population size yields a density of 1,232 persons per square kilometer, which is greater than the average across locations reviewed nationally by Districts. The 16.9% increase in the suburb of Ellen Grove since the 2021 census outpaced the national average (9.3%) as well as the SA3 area, making it a regional growth leader. Population expansion was mostly propelled by net overseas migration, which represented roughly 62.0% of the overall population gains over the recent timeframe.

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The suburb of Ellen Grove has a skilled labor force with representation across various sectors, an unemployment rate of 8.2%, and an estimated employment increase of 11.7% over the last year, compiled from Districts statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,725 residents are employed. The unemployment rate is 3.9% higher than the Greater Brisbane level of 4.3%, indicating room for growth, and labor force participation is lower (58.1% versus 70.4% in Greater Brisbane). Census data shows that a low 9.9% of the workforce worked from home, though this may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restrictions.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released for the financial year 2023, the suburb of Ellen Grove has a median taxpayer income of $55,129 and an average of $61,771. These figures are below the national average 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 financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $61,392 (median) and $68,788 (average) as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Ellen Grove between the 14th and 24th percentiles nationally. Income distribution data indicates that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket accounts for 34.4% of the population (1,441 individuals), which corresponds with the wider area where this cohort accounts for . Affordability pressures are high, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the th percentile.

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The Census profile for the suburb of Ellen Grove shows that residential structures are made up of 61.3% houses and 38.7% other types of housing, including semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings in metro Brisbane. Home ownership stands at 11.6%, lower than the Brisbane metropolitan rate, with the remaining properties mortgaged (18.7%) or rented (69.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,491 is lower than the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent is $350, compared to metro averages of $1,863 and $380. Compared to national statistics, mortgage costs in the suburb of Ellen Grove are below the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.

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Family households represent 75.7% of the total housing mix, consisting of couples with children at 29.5%, couples without children at 19.2%, and single-parent households at 25.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.3%, with single-person households representing 19.7% and group households making up 4.6%. The median household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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The community faces educational hurdles, with university graduation rates (19.5%) sitting below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This situation presents opportunities for targeted education programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 13.4%, with postgraduate qualifications at 4.8% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 36.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (24.6%).

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Analysis of transit options indicates there are 15 active public transport stops in the suburb of Ellen Grove, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 2 routes, which support 310 passenger journeys each week. Public transit access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 194 meters from their nearest stop. Being a residential area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary option at 85%, followed by trains at 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 cars per household, below the metropolitan average. A low 9.9% of workers work from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic conditions.

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Health statistics show challenges for the suburb of Ellen Grove, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across young and old cohorts, while private health insurance rates are low, covering about 52% of the population (~2,165 people) compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane.

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The suburb of Ellen Grove displays high cultural diversity, with 41.3% of the population born outside Australia and 39.7% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.5% of residents. The most pronounced religious variance is in Buddhism, which is practiced by 6.9% of residents compared to 2.0% across Greater Brisbane.

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With a median age of 31 years, the suburb of Ellen Grove has a younger population than Greater Brisbane (36) and is below the Australian median of 38. The area has a higher share of toddlers aged 0 - 4 (8.6%) but fewer older seniors aged 75 - 84 (3.1%) than Greater Brisbane. Post-2021 Census data shows the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from 14.2% to 15.5% of the population. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group dropped from 17.5% to 15.1% and children aged 5 to 14 fell from 15.5% to 14.2%. Demographic modeling indicates the age structure will change by . The to cohort is projected to expand by people () from to . Residents aged and over will account for of total growth, illustrating the aging profile of the suburb of Ellen Grove, while the to and to cohorts will see their numbers decline.

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Ellen Grove currently has an estimated 360 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 121 children aged 0-2 and 80 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 5% by 2041 (to approximately 342 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 320. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.3 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.