Geebung (Qld)

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Following an examination of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address data validated by Districts since the Census, the population of the suburb of Geebung is estimated to stand at approximately 4,976 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 126 people (2.6%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,850 people. The variation is calculated from the resident population of 4,976, which was estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside an additional 39 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density ratio of 1,312 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical average across national areas monitored by Districts. Recent population growth in the area was majorly driven by overseas migration, which made up approximately 80.0% of all population increases.

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The suburb of Geebung has a highly educated labor force with a strong representation of essential services industries, an unemployment rate of just 3.4%, and an estimated employment growth rate of 8.2% over the last year, according to Districts aggregations of statistical area data. In March 2026, 3,103 residents were employed, while the local unemployment rate sat 0.9% below the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.3%, and the workforce participation rate was significantly elevated at 78.4% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Census data indicated that a moderate 20.3% of workers performed their duties from home, though this may have been influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.

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Districts' latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income levels in the suburb of Geebung are close to the national average, with a median recorded at $56,160 and an average of $67,135. In comparison, Greater Brisbane registered a median income of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $62,540 for the median and $74,762 for the average. According to 2021 Census data, household, family, and personal incomes in the area are positioned high nationally, falling between the 74th and 76th percentiles. The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 34.6% of residents ( people), which is similar to the metropolitan average of . Financial prosperity is evident as of households record high weekly earnings of more than which supports strong retail spending. Housing costs represent of income, and these robust earnings place residents in the th percentile for disposable income, with the area's SEIFA income ranking landing in the th decile.

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The dwelling mix in the suburb of Geebung at the time of the latest Census consisted of 93.7% houses and 6.3% other dwellings, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative housing types, compared to the Brisbane metro split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in the area was much higher than the Brisbane metro average at 30.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (42.3%) or tenants (27.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Brisbane metro average at $2,000, while the median weekly rent was logged at $415, compared to metropolitan figures of $1,863 and $380 respectively. At a national level, mortgage repayments in the area exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are notably higher than the national average of $375.

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Family households represent the largest share of the area at 73.9% of all households, consisting of 35.9% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 12.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.1%, with single-person households representing 21.3% and group households making up 4.6% of the total. The median household size of 2.7 people is slightly larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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The educational profile of the area is distinct within the region, with university qualification rates at 31.3% of residents aged 15 and over, which is higher than the QLD average of 25.7% and reflects a local focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 22.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 6.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Technical and trade qualifications are also highly represented, with 34.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational credentials, which include advanced diplomas (12.4%) and certificates (21.7%).

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Public transport analysis shows 37 active transit stops operating within the suburb of Geebung, offering a combination of rail and bus options. These stops are served by 40 distinct routes that provide a total of 2,364 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 161 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because it is primarily a residential area, most working residents travel out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 80%, followed by train at 10%. Car ownership averages 1.4 vehicles per household. Additionally, 20.3% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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The suburb of Geebung experiences notable health issues, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with standard health issues relatively common overall, particularly within older age demographics, while the rate of private health insurance is slightly above the typical SA2 average at approximately 54% of the population, representing about 2,677 people.

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The suburb of Geebung displays above-average cultural diversity, with 20.5% of its residents born outside of Australia and 12.1% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the main religion, followed by 52.6% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Hinduism, which accounts for 2.4% of local residents compared to 2.2% across Greater Brisbane.

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With a median age of 38, the population is slightly older than the Greater Brisbane average of 36, matching the national average of 38 years. The 45 - 54 age group shows a strong presence at 13.9% compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 13.1%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has expanded from 10.9% to 13.2% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort grew from 14.6% to 15.8%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort declined from 14.5% to 13.1%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic projections indicate notable changes in the age profile. The + cohort is expected to grow by ( people), expanding from to residents. The aging trend is pronounced, with seniors aged and over accounting for of the projected growth, while the to and to age groups are projected to contract.

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Geebung currently has an estimated 283 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 167 children aged 0-2 and 110 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 9% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 14% by 2041 (to approximately 242 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 489. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.