Silkstone (Qld)

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According to investigations of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, combined with new addresses validated by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Silkstone has a population estimated at approximately 4,032 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 202 people (5.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,830 individuals. The variation is derived from the resident population of 4,032, calculated by Districts using the most recent ERP details from the ABS (June 2025) along with 3 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population size corresponds to a density of 2,046 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical average across nationwide areas evaluated by Districts. Expansion of the community was mostly driven by arrivals from overseas, who made up approximately 63.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.

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The suburb of Silkstone possesses a balanced workforce distributed between professional and manual roles, with a strong presence in vital services, a jobless rate of just 3.9%, and an estimated job growth of 12.5% over the previous year, according to Districts compilations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,032 locals are employed, while the jobless rate is 0.4% below the 4.3% reported for Greater Brisbane, and workforce participation is substantially lower (64.4% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane). According to Census answers, a minor 13.3% of workers performed their jobs from home, although this may have been influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.

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The most recent postcode level ATO statistics from Districts for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the suburb of Silkstone are below the national average, with a median of $52,802 and an average of $58,307. This is lower than the Greater Brisbane median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current figures would be roughly $58,800 (median) and $64,931 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively low in the suburb of Silkstone, falling between the 21st and 29th percentiles. Income distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common, accounting for 31.7% of residents (1,278 people), which is close to the wider regional trend of in this bracket. Housing affordability pressure is high, with only of income remaining, placing the area in the st percentile.

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The mix of residences in the suburb of Silkstone, recorded at the most recent Census, was composed of 93.1% houses and 6.9% other dwelling types (such as townhouses, units, and alternative housing), compared to Brisbane metro's split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in the suburb of Silkstone matched the Brisbane metro level of 28.0%, while the remaining properties were held under a mortgage (34.4%) or rented (37.6%). The median monthly home loan payment in the locality was significantly below the Brisbane metro average at $1,383, and the median weekly rental cost was $305, compared to Brisbane metro levels of $1,863 and $380. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in the suburb of Silkstone are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rent costs are significantly lower than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 66.3%, consisting of 24.8% couples raising children, 24.4% couples without children, and 15.4% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 33.7%, with solo occupants making up 30.5% and group share houses representing 3.1% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.4 individuals is below the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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The locality displays low levels of educational attainment, with university completion rates (16.0%) sitting far below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This situation presents both a difficulty and a chance for focused learning programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 11.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational and technical training are highly common, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (29.7%).

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Public transit records show 17 transit stops active inside the suburb of Silkstone, consisting of various bus options. These locations are serviced by 2 unique routes, which combine to offer 382 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is classified as good, with locals generally living 208 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a major residential locality, most workers travel out of the area for employment, with private vehicles remaining the main choice at 89%, while 6% travel by train. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.2 per household, which is below the wider regional average. A relatively low 13.3% of workers perform their jobs from home (according to the 2021 Census, which could reflect pandemic-related conditions).

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Significant health concerns are apparent in the suburb of Silkstone, according to Districts assessments of mortality patterns and the presence of chronic diseases, which impact both younger and older generations, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at roughly 50% of the total population (~2,028 people). This is lower than the 55.8% seen across Greater Brisbane and the national level of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Silkstone exhibits below-average levels of multiculturalism, with citizens representing 89.2% of the population, 86.2% of residents born in Australia, and 94.0% using only English in their homes. Christianity is the dominant faith, followed by 51.2% of the local population. However, the most distinct disproportionate representation is seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.

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Having a median age of 38, the suburb of Silkstone is slightly older than Greater Brisbane's median of 36, though identical to the national figure of 38 years. The 65 - 74 age category is highly represented at 10.3% compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 15 - 24 age bracket is less common at 11.5%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 13.0% to 14.0% of the population, while the 5 to 14 age group has shrunk from 13.3% to 12.3%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic forecasts indicate notable changes in the age profile of the suburb of Silkstone. Leading these changes, the 75 to 84 cohort is projected to expand by ( people), rising to from . This aging trend is prominent, with individuals aged + accounts for of all projected population growth. Conversely, the to and to age brackets are projected to experience population decreases.

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Silkstone currently has an estimated 270 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 143 children aged 0-2 and 95 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 16% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 261 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 370. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.