Glenwood (Qld)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census Glenwood's population is estimated at around 2,609 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 472 people (22.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,137 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,602, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 90 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 52 persons per square kilometer, a level providing ample space per person. Glenwood's 22.1% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (9.0%), along with the Rest of Qld, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 94.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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The suburb of Glenwood (Qld) features a balanced labor pool of office-based and manual workers, with strong representation in industrial and production sectors, alongside an unemployment rate of 12.2% and an annual job expansion of 12.8% based on regional statistics compiled by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 844, while the unemployment rate was 8.3% higher than the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%, highlighting potential for improvement, and overall workforce participation was low at 42.2% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate that a minor 11.5% of workers operated from home, though this figure reflects the influence of pandemic lockdowns.

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Taxpayer statistics for the 2023 financial year show that the suburb of Glenwood (Qld) has income levels below the national average. The median income among local taxpayers is $39,120, while the average stands at $45,751, compared to $53,146 and $66,593 in Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, updated figures would be roughly $43,564 for the median and $50,948 for the average as of March 2026. According to the census, household, family, and individual incomes all rank between the 0th and 1st percentiles nationally. Looking at the weekly income distribution, 37.9% of residents (988 people) earn between $400 - 799, whereas the leading cohort in the broader region is the $1,500 - bracket at . With half of the population earning under /week, household budgets are tight for many. Although residents retain of their income due to modest housing expenses, total disposable income falls in the rd percentile nationwide.

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At the time of the census, the housing profile of the suburb of Glenwood (Qld) consisted of 97.9% detached houses and 2.1% other types of dwellings (including apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative formats), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. Home ownership rates were significantly higher than the regional average, sitting at 60.5%, while the remaining homes were held under mortgages (30.5%) or rented (9.0%). Typical monthly mortgage payments were lower than the Regional Qld average at $921, and the typical weekly rent was $274, compared to regional averages of $1,655 and $345. Locally, mortgage obligations are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels are well below the national median of $375.

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Families make up 61.1% of households in the area, consisting of 14.2% couples with children, 37.3% couples without children, and 9.1% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 38.9%, with single-person households at 33.7% and group homes at 4.7%. The typical household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational statistics show room for growth, as university graduation rates stand at 9.3%, which is much lower than the national figure of 30.4%. This highlights potential areas for educational programs. The highest tertiary achievement is bachelor degrees at 7.0%, followed by postgraduate studies at 1.3% and graduate diplomas at 1.0%. Vocational skills are common, with 46.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, broken down into advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificates at 37.1%.

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Health assessments indicate notable challenges across the community, with chronic conditions and mortality statistics impacting both younger and older generations. The rate of private health insurance is low at approximately 45% of residents (~1,182 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity metrics are below the national average, with citizens making up 83.9% of the population, 78.9% of residents born in Australia, and 96.7% of households speaking only English. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 46.5% of the population. The most distinct variance is in the Other category, which comprises 0.8% of residents, matching the 0.8% average for Regional Qld.

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The median age of 55 in the suburb of Glenwood (Qld) is higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38. The suburb has a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 bracket (20.6%) compared to Regional Qld, but fewer young adults in the 25 - 34 bracket (7.2%). This concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is higher than the national average of 9.4%. The median age has decreased by 1.0 years from 56 to 55 since the 2021 Census. The 75 to 84 age group increased from 7.0% to 9.5%, and the 15 to 24 group rose from to . Meanwhile, the to bracket fell from to , and the to cohort decreased from to . Demographic models indicate that the population structure will shift by with the to group projected to grow by people () from to . Seniors aged + are expected to account for of the total growth, while the to and to age cohorts will decrease in number.

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Glenwood currently has an estimated 109 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 66 children aged 0-2 and 44 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 51% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 20% by 2041 (to approximately 131 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 176. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.