Logan Reserve (Qld)

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Logan Reserve's population is estimated at roughly 14,516 as of May 2026, calculated from ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by Districts since the Census. This shows an addition of 7,500 people (106.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 7,016 people. This shift is derived from a resident population of 13,608, calculated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) and an extra 2,542 validated new addresses post-Census. Such a population size results in a density of 986 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages across locations evaluated by Districts. The 106.9% expansion in Logan Reserve since the 2021 census outpaced the national rate (9.3%) and the state level, placing the suburb at the forefront of regional growth. Interstate migration was the main driver of growth, accounting for approximately 86.0% of total population additions lately, with natural increase and overseas migration also contributing positively.

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Logan Reserve features a skilled workforce with a strong representation in the construction sector, alongside a 5.9% unemployment rate, according to Districts data compiled from statistical areas. As of March 2026, 6,155 residents are employed, which places the local unemployment rate 1.6% higher than the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.3%, while workforce participation is somewhat low (65.5% versus Greater Brisbane's 70.4%). Census records show that a low 9.8% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be kept in mind.

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As per Districts' latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Logan Reserve's median income among taxpayers is $54,995, with an average of $58,992. This is below the national average, and compares to Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $61,242 (median) and $65,693 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Logan Reserve cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. Looking at income distribution, the predominant cohort spans 44.8% of locals (6,503 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen the region where 33.3% similarly occupy this range. High housing costs consume of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the th percentile.

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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Logan Reserve consisted of 91.7% separate houses and 8.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to the Brisbane metro breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. At the same time, the rate of home ownership in Logan Reserve was behind the Brisbane metro rate, standing at 12.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (38.9%) or rented (48.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was lower than the Brisbane metro average at $1,733, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $390, compared to Brisbane metro averages of $1,863 and $380. Nationally, Logan Reserve's mortgage repayments are below the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.

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Family households are the main category at 80.9% of all households, consisting of 39.8% couples with children, 23.1% couples without children, and 16.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 19.1%, with single person households at 14.5% and group households at 4.2% of the total. The median household size of 3.1 people is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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The local community experiences educational challenges, with university completion rates (17.1%) tracking far below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This presents a challenge and a chance for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the main university qualification at 12.1%, followed by postgraduate studies (3.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 43.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.0%) and certificates (31.9%).

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Logan Reserve faces notable health challenges based on Districts assessments of mortality rates and chronic disease rates, with common health issues somewhat prevalent across all groups, though slightly higher in older cohorts, and private health coverage is low at approximately 51% of the population (~7,342 people). This compares to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

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Logan Reserve exhibits high cultural diversity, with 29.3% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 35.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the main religion, representing 40.9% of residents in Logan Reserve. However, the most distinct overrepresentation is Islam, which accounts for 8.6% of the population, significantly higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.0%.

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The median age of 27 years in Logan Reserve is considerably lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the 25 - 34 cohort is highly represented (22.6% locally), while the 45 - 54 bracket is underrepresented (7.1%). This concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is well above the national rate of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 35 to 44 age group increased from 12.8% to 15.3% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 1.7% to 3.4%. Meanwhile, the to cohort fell from to and the to cohort decreased from to . By demographic projections indicate major shifts in the local age profile, with the to cohort showing the fastest growth at , adding residents to total .

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Logan Reserve currently has an estimated 1,509 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 756 children aged 0-2 and 505 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 99% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 75% by 2041 (to approximately 2,642 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,673. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 22.0 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.