Ormeau Hills (Qld)

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Based on an evaluation of ABS demographic releases for the wider region and new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the population of the suburb of Ormeau Hills is projected to be 4,858 in May 2026. This indicates a growth of 337 individuals (7.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,521 residents. This shift is derived from a resident headcount of 4,827 computed by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 71 verified new addresses added since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 564 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for future expansion. Over the last ten years, the suburb of Ormeau Hills has shown steady expansion with a compound annual growth rate of 5.5%, exceeding the broader SA3 region. Population increases in the area were chiefly driven by natural increase, which accounted for approximately 43.0% of the total population gains recently, though net migration gains across interstate, overseas, and other channels remained positive.

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Ormeau Hills boasts a workforce with strong representation in the construction sector, an unemployment rate of 2.0%, and annual employment growth estimated at 2.4% according to aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 2,791 employed residents, and the local unemployment rate sits 1.9% below the Regional Qld level of 3.9%. Furthermore, the labor participation rate is exceptionally high at 79.0% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate a moderate 15.3% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Ormeau Hills earn a median income of $60,167 and an average income of $70,569. These figures exceed national benchmarks and compare to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $67,002 for the median and $78,586 for the average as of March 2026. Census results show that household, family, and individual incomes are all high, placing Ormeau Hills between the 77th and 83rd percentiles across the nation. Income distribution data indicates that the weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 contains 43.4% of the population, which equals people, compared to of residents in Regional Qld who fall into this range. High housing costs account for of total income, yet strong overall earnings keep disposable income in the th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile for income.

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An analysis of residential structures from the latest Census shows that houses make up 99.1% of the dwellings in Ormeau Hills, with other structures like semi-detached homes, apartments, or alternative dwellings accounting for 0.9%, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. The home ownership rate in Ormeau Hills lags the regional average at 16.6%, with the rest of the housing stock being mortgaged (57.6%) or rented (25.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,076 is considerably higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent of $450 also exceeds the regional figure of $345. On a national level, housing costs in Ormeau Hills are elevated, with mortgages well above the Australian average of $1,863 and rents exceeding the national median of $375.

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Family households represent the vast majority of local homes at 87.2%, consisting of couples with children at 49.2%, couples without children at 26.4%, and single-parent homes at 10.5%. The remaining 12.8% consists of non-family households, which are divided into single-person households at 10.6% and group households at 2.4%. The median household occupancy of 3.1 residents is higher than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment levels in Ormeau Hills lag regional benchmarks, with 23.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationwide. This difference indicates room for future academic and skills growth. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary credential at 16.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational and technical training is very common, with 44.4% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 14.2% and certificates at 30.2%.

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Analysis of public transport shows 10 transit stops operating in Ormeau Hills, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 1 routes, which provide a total of 94 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 340 meters from their nearest stop. As the suburb is predominantly residential, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary travel mode at 94%. Household car ownership averages 2.0 vehicles per home, exceeding the regional baseline. Census data from 2021 indicates that 15.3% of the workforce worked from home, a figure that may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Health indicators show favorable outcomes for Ormeau Hills residents, with Districts' review of mortality and medical profiles revealing patterns that align with national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses is low overall, though it rises above national baselines among older, vulnerable cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 55% of the community, which translates to about 2,679 residents, compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld.

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Ormeau Hills displays above-average cultural diversity, with 13.1% of the population using a language other than English at home and 27.7% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 46.0% of the population. The most distinct religious divergence is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.8% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.

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The median age in Ormeau Hills is 32 years, which is much lower than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, Ormeau Hills has a higher share of toddlers aged 0 - 4 (10.3%) but fewer seniors aged 65 - 74 (5.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 11.9% to 13.7%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 16.8% to 15.1% and the 45 to 54 bracket fell from 12.3% to 11.0%. Age structure models indicate significant changes by with the to age bracket projected to expand by , adding people to reach while the to cohort is expected to lose residents.

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Ormeau Hills currently has an estimated 500 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 192 children aged 0-2 and 129 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 12% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 19% by 2041 (to approximately 596 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 581. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.1 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.