Redland Bay (Qld)

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According to statistical assessments of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside recent address points verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Redland Bay has a population projected at approximately 19,544 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,488 people (14.6%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a total of 17,056 residents. This shift is derived from a local resident base of 19,534, calculated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP numbers from June 2025 in combination with 939 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 419 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample personal space and capacity for future construction. The 14.6% expansion rate in the suburb of Redland Bay since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA4 region (8.3%) as well as the nationwide trend, positioning the locality as a regional leader in population gains. The upward movement was chiefly propelled by net interstate migration, which accounted for roughly of the overall population increase in recent times, though all demographic components including natural increase and international migration remained positive.

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The employment landscape in Redland Bay is characterized by a highly skilled labor pool, with the construction industry being particularly prominent. Statistical area data aggregated by Districts indicates an unemployment rate of 2.9% and an estimated employment growth of 3.9% over the previous year. As of March 2026, the local labor force comprises 11,107 residents, and the unemployment rate stands at 1.4 percentage points lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. Workforce participation in Redland Bay aligns closely with Greater Brisbane's figure of 70.4%. Census data reveals that a moderate 15.7% of residents engage in remote work, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account when interpreting this figure.

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According to the latest ATO postcode-level statistics for the 2023 financial year, local personal incomes are higher than the national standard, with a median assessed at $59,498 and an average of $71,402. By comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded a median income of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of approximately $66,257 for the median and $79,513 for the average as of March 2026. Census observations place household, family, and personal incomes around the 62nd percentile nationally. The most common income band contains 37.0% of local residents (7,231 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, which is comparable to the regional rate of 33.3%. Although local housing costs account for of income, strong average earnings place disposable household income at the th percentile nationally, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile for income.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock was dominated by standalone houses, which accounted for 94.4% of properties, while semi-detached homes, apartments, and other housing structures made up the remaining 5.6%. This contrasts with the wider Brisbane metropolitan area, where standalone houses represented 73.5% and alternative dwellings made up 26.5% of the market. Home ownership levels were significantly higher than the metropolitan average, with 30.9% of homes owned outright, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (46.2%) or rented (22.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment stood at $2,080, which is higher than the Brisbane metropolitan average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $465, compared to $380 across the metropolitan area. Nationally, mortgage costs are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels are well above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 84.0%, consisting of couples with children at 39.5%, couples without children at 32.6%, and single-parent households at 11.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.0%, with single-person households representing 13.8% and group share houses making up 2.1%. The average household size of 2.8 individuals is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment presents room for development, as university qualification rates stand at 17.2%, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This indicates a clear opportunity for targeted local learning initiatives. Among higher education degrees, bachelor programs are the most common at 12.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 43.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding a trade qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.4% and certificate level credentials at 31.5%.

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Analysis of the local network shows 53 active public transport stops, providing a combination of bus and ferry connections. These stops are serviced by 6 distinct routes, which accommodate 1,418 passenger trips per week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 322 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential character of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 94%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.9 cars, which is higher than the regional average. A total of 15.7% of working residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements.

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Health indicators align closely with national averages, based on analysis of mortality rates and the prevalence of long-term health issues, with common conditions slightly more frequent than average across both younger and older cohorts, and private medical insurance ownership is exceptionally high, covering roughly 56% of the population, or about 10,846 people.

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Cultural diversity measures lower than average, with 79.2% of the local population born in Australia, 89.7% holding citizenship, and 94.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 51.6% of residents, compared to 47.8% recorded across Greater Brisbane.

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The median age of 40 years is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and slightly above the national average of 38. Compared to metropolitan averages, the 65 to 74 age group is overrepresented, making up 11.2% of the population, while the 25 to 34 age bracket is underrepresented at 9.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 5.4% to 6.6% of the population, while the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 14.2% to 12.6%. Future demographic projections to 2041 suggest significant changes, led by the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to grow by 80% (an increase of people) to reach residents from . Overall, residents aged and older are expected to make up of the projected growth. Meanwhile, the to age group is expected to remain stable, growing by and adding only young children.

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Redland Bay currently has an estimated 1,035 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 642 children aged 0-2 and 428 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 1% by 2041 (to approximately 1,045 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 2,011. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.9 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.