Tingalpa (Qld)

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According to evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Tingalpa has an estimated population of 9,065 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 604 individuals (7.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 8,461 people. This trend is calculated from the local population of 8,962, calculated by Districts using the ABS's latest ERP dataset (June 2025) along with 109 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. This population size represents a density of 978 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical values observed across regions analyzed by Districts. The post-census growth of 7.1% in the suburb of Tingalpa is within 2.2 percentage points of the national figure (9.3%), indicating solid growth characteristics. The main driver of population growth in the area was natural increase, accounting for roughly 55% of the overall population gains in recent times.

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Tingalpa is home to a qualified workforce with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.4%, and an estimated job growth rate of 4.4% over the last year, according to Districts data compiled for the statistical area. In March 2026, 5,602 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 2.0% lower than the 4.3% recorded across Greater Brisbane. Workforce participation stands exceptionally high at 78.0%, compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Census records indicate that a moderate 18.8% of residents worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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Taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Tingalpa are slightly above the national average, according to ATO data compiled by Districts for financial year 2023. The median taxpayer income in the suburb of Tingalpa is $59,694, and the average income is $68,692, compared to Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates stand at roughly $66,475 (median) and $76,495 (average) as of March 2026. Census data shows that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Tingalpa align near the 66th percentile nationally. The largest group of local residents, representing 36.9% (3,344 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, mirroring the surrounding region where of households are in this range. High housing costs account for of income, yet robust earnings help keep disposable income at the nd percentile, and the area ranks in the th decile on the SEIFA index.

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At the time of the last Census, residential property types in Tingalpa consisted of 79.9% houses and 20.1% alternative dwellings (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other housing types), compared to the Brisbane metro mix of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Tingalpa was significantly higher than the Brisbane metro average, sitting at 29.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with mortgages (43.7%) or tenants (26.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,863 matched the Brisbane metro average, while the median weekly rent was $420, compared to Brisbane metro figures of $1,863 and $380 respectively. Nationally, mortgage costs in Tingalpa are equal to the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents are considerably higher than the national median of $375.

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Family households represent the majority of homes at 72.8%, consisting of couples with children at 32.5%, couples without children at 27.1%, and single-parent households at 11.7%. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.2% of homes, with single-person households at 23.2% and group shared households at 4.0%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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At 26.4%, the proportion of residents with university degrees in Tingalpa is slightly lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%, though this minor difference shows solid educational standing. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 18.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational and technical skills are highly represented, with 37.2% of residents aged 15+ holding professional trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (25.9%).

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Analysis of transit options indicates 44 public transport stops in Tingalpa, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 8 distinct routes, which accommodate 455 passenger journeys each week. Transport connection is rated as good, with residents living an average of 234 meters from the nearest stop. Since it is mostly a residential suburb, most workers travel outside the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 87%. Dwellings have an average of 1.4 vehicles. Around 18.8% of residents work from home, which may reflect 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.

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Tingalpa experiences notable health concerns, as shown by Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic illnesses. General health issues are somewhat widespread, particularly within older age demographics, while the rate of private health insurance is relatively high at roughly 54% of the population (~4,933 people).

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Tingalpa displays higher-than-average cultural diversity, with 15.0% of residents using a language other than English at home and 25.4% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 52.1% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.

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With a median age of 38, Tingalpa is slightly older than the Greater Brisbane average of 36, matching the national median of 38 years. The 35 - 44 age cohort is well represented at 16.5% compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 15 - 24 age bracket is less common at 10.7%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age bracket expanded from 5.1% to 6.7% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 demographic shrank from 15.7% to 14.4%. Projections to 2041 indicate significant changes in Tingalpa's age profile. The 85+ cohort is set to grow by 148% (254 people), rising from to . This aging trend is prominent, with residents aged + accounting for of all projected population growth. In contrast, the to and to age groups are projected to contract.

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Tingalpa currently has an estimated 607 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 358 children aged 0-2 and 239 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 18% by 2041 (to approximately 497 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 840. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.9 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally).