Springfield (Qld)

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According to ABS demographic data and recent address validations by Districts, the suburb of Springfield (Ipswich - Qld) has an estimated residential count of 8,552 in May 2026. This marks a rise of 1,230 residents (16.8%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 7,322 individuals. The change is calculated from an estimated resident base of 8,537 derived from the June 2025 ABS ERP update, combined with 214 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 1,252 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical benchmark across locations analyzed by Districts. The growth rate of 16.8% since the 2021 census outpaced both the national average (9.3%) and the state average, positioning the locality as a regional leader in expansion. Recent gains were driven mostly by interstate arrivals, who accounted for roughly 48.0% of the overall increase, though overseas migration and natural growth also made positive contributions.

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Springfield is characterized by a skilled resident workforce with solid representation in critical service industries, an unemployment rate of only 2.4%, and an estimated job growth rate of 10.3% over the prior year, based on consolidated statistical area data. In March 2026, working residents numbered 5,054, while the local unemployment rate was 2.0% below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%. The participation rate of 79.3% is notably higher than the Greater Brisbane benchmark of 70.4%. Census figures indicate that a moderate 16.9% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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Based on taxpayer statistics from the ATO for the 2023 financial year, average earnings in the suburb of Springfield are below the national benchmark. Taxpayers in the suburb recorded a median income of $54,312 and an average income of $61,843, compared to Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, these figures are estimated to reach approximately $60,482 for the median and $68,868 for the average by March 2026. The 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb sitting around the 73rd percentile nationally. The most common weekly income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 43.4% of residents (3,711 people), which mirrors the broader region where of the population falls into this range. Although housing expenses absorb of earnings, strong overall income levels place disposable funds at the th percentile, and the area sits in the th decile of the SEIFA index.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Springfield consisted of 86.8% standalone houses and 13.2% other housing types, such as apartments and townhouses, compared to a metro Brisbane split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The home ownership rate of 15.0% was lower than the Brisbane metropolitan average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (51.4%) or rented (33.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 was below the metropolitan Brisbane average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $385 compared to the metro benchmark of $380. Compared to national figures, Springfield's mortgage repayments are below the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents run higher than the national median of $375.

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Family households make up 84.1% of the local total, comprising couples with children at 44.8%, couples without children at 22.9%, and single-parent households at 15.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 15.9%, consisting of lone-person households at 12.7% and group housing arrangements at 3.0%. The median household occupancy of 3.1 people is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment in Springfield is lower than the regional average, with university degrees held by 22.7% of residents aged 15+ compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane. This difference points to opportunities for future skills development. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 15.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 38.3% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.0%) and certificates (26.3%).

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Public transport services in Springfield include 26 active stops, offering a combination of train and bus options. These stops accommodate 39 different routes, which together provide 2,212 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 266 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and the majority of workers commute to external areas, with private vehicles being the primary choice at 87%, followed by train travel at 8%. Households own an average of 1.7 cars, which is higher than the regional average. In the 2021 Census, 16.9% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Health outcomes in Springfield sit below average based on mortality figures and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with common conditions slightly more frequent across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 52% of the population (~4,422 people). This is lower than the 55.8% recorded across Greater Brisbane.

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The population of Springfield displays higher cultural diversity than most areas, with 19.7% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 30.3% born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 47.1% of the population. Hinduism shows the most pronounced difference in representation, accounting for 3.8% of the population compared to 2.2% across Greater Brisbane.

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Springfield has a median age of 32 years, which is below the Greater Brisbane median of 36 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, there is a larger proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (16.0%) but a smaller proportion aged 65 - 74 (4.9%). Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket has increased from 16.1% to 17.7% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 17.3% to 16.0%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.7% to 12.5%. Projections indicate that the age structure will change by with the to age bracket expected to rise by individuals () from to while the to group is projected to increase by a modest ( people).

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Springfield currently has an estimated 658 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 395 children aged 0-2 and 264 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 15% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 9% by 2041 (to approximately 715 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,094. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 16.1 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.