Redcliffe (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 the suburb of Redcliffe (Qld)'s population is estimated at around 11,400 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 940 people (9.0%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,460 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 11,229, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 292 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,727 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by Districts. the suburb of Redcliffe (Qld)'s 9.0% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (8.9%), marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 59.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Local workforce figures show a highly capable labor pool with significant representation in community services, registering an unemployment rate of 4.8% alongside a 4.7% rise in estimated jobs over the past year. Data from March 2026 shows 5,010 employed residents, though the jobless rate is 0.5% higher than the Greater Brisbane benchmark of 4.3%, and the participation rate of 52.6% falls significantly below the metropolitan average of 70.4%. Census records show a moderate 16.4% of the working population operated from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

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Postcode data from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates local incomes in the suburb of Redcliffe (Qld) skew slightly higher than the national baseline, recording a median income of $52,112 and an average of $70,046. In comparison, Greater Brisbane posted a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current earnings estimates are modeled at approximately $58,032 for the median and $78,003 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes all rank between the 8th and 15th percentiles nationwide. The largest bracket of local earners is the $400 - 799 weekly range, accounting for 28.9% of residents (3,294 individuals), whereas the metropolitan area is dominated by the - group at . Budgetary pressures are high, with only of incomes remaining after basic housing costs, putting the area in the th percentile.

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The local housing stock at the time of the Census consisted of 51.5% standalone houses and 48.5% multi-unit dwellings (including townhouses, units, and other structures), differing from the Brisbane metro layout of 73.5% houses and 26.5% alternative dwellings. Meanwhile, the rate of outright home ownership reached 33.4%, which is notably higher than metropolitan Brisbane, with the remaining tenures split between mortgaged properties at 22.7% and rentals at 43.9%. Median monthly home loan repayments were $1,610, falling well below the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, while weekly rent was recorded at a median of $335 compared to the metropolitan benchmark of $380. Nationally, local mortgage obligations sit well below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are also lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of homes at 56.4%, consisting of couples with children at 15.2%, childless couples at 27.5%, and single parents at 12.7%. Non-family households represent the remaining 43.6%, with sole occupants making up 40.3% and shared houses at 3.3%. The typical household size of 2.0 residents is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment levels show a lower proportion of university graduates at 18.0% compared to the Greater Brisbane rate of 30.5%. Within higher education, bachelor degrees are held by 12.5% of residents, while postgraduate degrees represent 3.4% and graduate diplomas account for 2.1%. Practical and vocational skills are prominent, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.2% and certificate qualifications at 27.4%.

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The local transit network consists of 53 active bus stops operating in the area. These locations are served by 7 separate routes, which combine to handle 1,648 weekly passenger trips. Transport links are highly accessible, with residents living an average of 178 meters from a stop. Most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode at 84%, followed by train travel at 5% and walking at 5%. Registered vehicles average 0.9 per home, which is below the metropolitan average. At the time of the 2021 Census, 16.4% of residents worked from home, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators suggest some local challenges based on mortality and chronic illness rates across multiple age groups, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance coverage is high at roughly 55% of the population (~6,265 people).

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The community has a diverse demographic profile, with 7.1% of residents using a language other than English in their households and 26.1% born outside Australia. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, accounting for 54.1% of the local population, compared to 47.8% recorded across Greater Brisbane.

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A median age of 52 years makes the local population considerably older than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented locally at 17.7% compared to regional levels, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 6.8%. This concentration of 65 - 74 residents is also significantly above the national benchmark of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 10.0% to 13.6%, and the 85+ cohort rose from 3.6% to 4.8%, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from to . Projections to indicate further changes, with the to group expected to expand by (adding people to grow from to ). Seniors aged + are projected to account for of all population growth, while declines are anticipated in the to and to age groups.

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Redcliffe currently has an estimated 376 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 221 children aged 0-2 and 147 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 9% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 4% by 2041 (to approximately 361 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 723. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.1 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. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.