Fig Tree Pocket (Qld)

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According to evaluations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region alongside newly verified residential locations by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket has an estimated population of 4,635 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 290 people (6.7%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,345 residents. This demographic change is deduced from a resident count of 4,632, calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP statistics and an extra 20 validated new addresses added since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,082 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical numbers observed across other locations analyzed by Districts. The 6.7% growth rate for the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket since the 2021 census was higher than the 5.5% observed in the SA3 area, positioning it as a leading growth locality in the region. Demographic expansion was largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 52.0% of the total population growth in recent times, though natural increase and interstate relocations also registered positive contributions.

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The suburb of Fig Tree Pocket possesses a highly qualified workforce with a prominent concentration of professional services and an unemployment rate of only 1.8%, based on regional data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, 2,451 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 2.6% below the 4.3% rate recorded in Greater Brisbane, while participation in the labor force sat slightly below the regional benchmark, at 67.4% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Based on Census answers, a notable 36.9% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket are exceptionally high compared to national levels, with a median of $75,020 and an average of $124,578. These figures contrast with Greater Brisbane, which has a median income of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current calculations point to approximately $83,542 for the median and $138,730 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes all rank highly, placing between the 91st and 99th percentiles nationwide. The income distribution shows that the largest cohort comprises 47.8% of residents (2,215 people) in the $4000+ per week category, differing from the broader regional trend where the - range is the most common at . This large concentration of high-income earners, with receiving more than /week, demonstrates significant economic capacity. After accounting for housing expenditure, residents keep of their earnings, indicating strong disposable income, and the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket ranks in the th decile of the SEIFA index.

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At the time of the latest Census, the mix of housing in the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket consisted of 99.4% houses and 0.6% other property types like townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to Brisbane metro's breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket was notably higher than the Brisbane metro average at 42.2%, with the remaining properties either under mortgage (44.2%) or occupied by tenants (13.6%). The median monthly payment for home loans was $3,033, which is well above the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent was $590, compared to $380 in Greater Brisbane. Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rent rates are also well above the national median of $375.

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Family households represent the vast majority at 88.4% of the local total, comprising 55.8% couples with children, 23.7% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 11.6%, consisting of lone person households at 9.4% and group households at 2.4%. The average household size in the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket is 3.2 people, which is larger than the 2.6 average recorded across Greater Brisbane.

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Academic credentials in the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket are significantly higher than broader averages, with 56.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% in QLD and 30.4% across Australia. This educational profile positions the community well for professional and knowledge-based careers. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 33.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 18.4% and graduate diplomas at 4.2%. Vocational education is held by 18.3% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.8%) and certificate qualifications (8.5%).

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Analysis of local transit options shows 25 active stops operating in the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket, which are serviced by bus networks. These stops accommodate 9 distinct routes, which combine to support 824 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 260 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 86%, while 6% travel by train and 3% ride bicycles. The average number of motor vehicles is 1.9 per household, which is higher than the regional average. A significant 36.9% of residents worked from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Health indicators demonstrate excellent results for the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket, based on an analysis of mortality indices and chronic illness rates, showing very low rates of common medical conditions across all age brackets. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is exceptionally high, covering approximately 77% of the population (3,548 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Fig Tree Pocket exhibits higher cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 17.3% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 34.1% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 49.8% of the local population. However, the most notable variance from regional patterns is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of residents in the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.

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The median age in the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket is 40 years, which is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and slightly above the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, there is a clear overrepresentation of the 45 - 54 age bracket (18.9% locally) and an underrepresentation of the 25 - 34 cohort (5.3%). The local concentration of the 45 - 54 bracket sits well above the national figure of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 14.9% to 17.0% of the population, and the 75 to 84 group grew from 3.8% to 4.9%. In contrast, the to age bracket fell from to , and the to cohort declined from to . Long-term demographic forecasts for suggest notable shifts for the suburb of Fig Tree Pocket. The to cohort is projected to lead this change, growing by (an increase of people) to reach from whereas the to and to groups are projected to contract.

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Fig Tree Pocket currently has an estimated 171 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 101 children aged 0-2 and 68 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 9% by 2041 (to approximately 156 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 613. Birth rates in the area have averaged 5.7 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally).