Ormeau (Qld)

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Based on Districts' evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region and post-Census address verification, the suburb of Ormeau has an estimated population of 17,614 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,676 people (10.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 15,938 residents. This calculation builds on a baseline resident count of 17,423 calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, supplemented by 295 validated new addresses added since the Census. With these figures, the suburb of Ormeau has a population density of 1,072 persons per square kilometer, a level that matches typical averages across areas examined by Districts. The 10.5% expansion rate of the suburb of Ormeau since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark, positioning it as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this demographic expansion was natural increase, accounting for approximately 39.0% of the overall population rise during recent timeframes, though overseas and interstate migration also made positive contributions.

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The local workforce exhibits a balanced mix of professional and industrial roles, with construction showing strong relative representation. The unemployment rate is low at 2.9%, and annual employment grew by 2.7% based on aggregated local data. In March 2026, working residents numbered 9,649. The local jobless rate is 1.0% lower than the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld, and workforce participation is exceptionally high at 73.1% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that 14.2% of workers commuted from home, though this figure was likely affected by pandemic lockdowns.

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According to the latest postcode ATO records for the 2023 financial year, local earnings are lower than national averages, with a median of $54,941 and an average of $64,676. This compares to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusting these figures for the 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of approximately $61,182 for the median and $72,023 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual earnings around the 68th percentile nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 40.6% of the population, which equals 7,151 individuals, while 31.7% of the broader region falls into this category. Housing expenses account for of income, yet strong overall earnings keep disposable income at the th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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At the time of the most recent Census, houses made up 90.9% of local properties, while semi-detached homes, units, and other dwellings comprised 9.1%. This compares to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. Home ownership stood at 20.9%, which is lower than the Regional Qld rate, with mortgaged properties representing 48.7% and rentals making up 30.5% of homes. The median mortgage cost was $1,950 per month, significantly higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent of $445 was higher than the Regional Qld figure of $345. Locally, mortgage repayments exceed the national average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 85.1%, consisting of couples with children at 45.6%, couples without children at 24.5%, and single parents at 14.2%. Non-family households account for 14.9%, with single-person households at 12.7% and group homes at 2.3%. The median household size is 3.1 persons, exceeding the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The local population has low rates of higher education, with university qualification levels at 16.1% compared to 30.4% across Australia. This highlights an opportunity for targeted educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are most common at 11.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 43.7% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.7% and certificates at 31.0%.

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Public transit audits show 58 transit stops in operation locally, consisting of bus services. These stops serve 2 separate routes, providing 188 weekly departures. Transit accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 297 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily a commuter area, and private vehicles are the dominant mode of transport for 94% of workers. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.9 cars, which is higher than the regional average. Census data from 2021 showed that 14.2% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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Local health profiles indicate challenges based on mortality statistics and the incidence of chronic illnesses. While medical issues affect all groups, they are most prevalent among older demographics. The rate of private health insurance is slightly ahead of the average SA2 area, covering approximately 53% of residents, which is about 9,305 people.

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Cultural diversity metrics match the regional averages, with citizens making up 83.8% of the population, Australian-born residents accounting for 76.1%, and monolingual English speakers representing 93.2%. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 48.4% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 33 years shows the population is younger than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national median of 38. The 5 - 14 age group is highly represented at 15.6% of the population, while the 65 - 74 bracket is low at 6.4%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 13.7% to 15.2%, whereas the 5 to 14 group fell from 18.4% to 15.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate shifts in the local age profile. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to increase by 46% (representing people), rising from to . Over the same period, the to demographic will see a minor increase of (representing people).

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Ormeau currently has an estimated 1,162 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 741 children aged 0-2 and 493 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 3% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 35% by 2041 (to approximately 1,563 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 2,131. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.7 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.