Loganholme (Qld)

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According to ABS population updates scaled to the region and address validations by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Loganholme is estimated to have a population of 7,772 in May 2026. This represents an increase of 1,008 people (14.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 6,764 residents. The estimate was calculated from the resident population of 7,702 determined by Districts from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, with an additional 97 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population level yields a density of 881 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical averages across Districts benchmarked locations. The 14.9% growth rate in the suburb of Loganholme since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (8.4%) and the national benchmark, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Natural increase was the main contributor to this expansion, accounting for approximately 38.0% of the overall population gains in recent times, though interstate and overseas migration also made positive contributions.

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Loganholme has a balanced labor market split between white-collar and blue-collar roles, with construction showing particularly strong representation. The unemployment rate stands at a low 3.3%, according to aggregated statistical area data from Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,247, and the local unemployment rate was 1.0% below the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.3%. Workforce participation is standard, standing at 73.2% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Census data indicates that a low 12.4% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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Aggregated postcode-level ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year show that the median taxpayer income in Loganholme was $54,385, while the average income was $61,246. These figures are below the national averages, and compare to Greater Brisbane medians and averages of $58,236 and $72,799. Adjusting for WPI growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current income estimates for March 2026 are approximately $60,563 for the median and $68,204 for the average. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Loganholme sit around the 53rd percentile nationally. Analysis shows that 40.7% of the population (3,163 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is similar to the regional proportion of 33.3%. Residential costs absorb of local incomes, though solid earnings keep disposable income levels at the th percentile.

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At the most recent Census, the local housing mix consisted of 92.8% standalone houses and 7.2% other housing types, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, compared to the Brisbane metropolitan breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Loganholme stood at 22.2%, trailing the Brisbane metro rate, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (48.4%) or rented (29.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,668 was well below the Brisbane metropolitan average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent of $395 was slightly higher than the Brisbane metro average of $380. Nationally, Loganholme mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rent payments exceed the national average of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 79.6%, consisting of 37.2% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 16.5% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 20.4%, with single-person households representing 17.2% and group houses making up 3.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.9 people is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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The local population presents educational gaps, with the university qualification rate at 14.6%, well below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This situation highlights both a challenge and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary credential at 10.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Vocational qualifications are common, with 45.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 33.6%.

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Public transport services in Loganholme include 26 active bus stops. These stops are served by 7 routes that provide a total of 521 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 371 meters from their closest transit stop. Because this is a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel for 93% of commuters. Average car ownership is 1.8 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 12.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the pandemic circumstances of that year.

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Analysis of mortality rates and chronic disease indicators by Districts reveals health concerns for Loganholme, with common conditions present across younger and older residents. The rate of private health insurance is low at approximately 51% of the population (~4,000 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane.

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Cultural diversity in Loganholme is above average, with 10.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 24.0% born outside Australia. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 44.2% of the local population. The most visible religious overrepresentation is Islam, which accounts for 1.2% of residents, compared to 2.0% in Greater Brisbane.

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Loganholme has a median age of 34, which is slightly lower than the Greater Brisbane median of 36 and below the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, there is a higher proportion of children aged 5 to 14 (15.3%) and a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 to 74 (6.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 grew from 3.3% to 4.3%, while the cohort aged 0 to 4 shrank from 7.2% to 6.6%. Population forecasts for 2041 point to shifts in local age distribution, with the 75 to 84 group projected to grow the fastest at 53%, adding people to reach while the numbers of residents aged to and to are expected to decline.

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Loganholme currently has an estimated 512 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 293 children aged 0-2 and 195 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 5% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 500 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 913. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.3 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.