Virginia (Qld)

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According to evaluations of ABS demographic updates for the broader zone, combined with new physical addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Virginia (Qld) has an estimated population of approximately 2,671 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 276 individuals (11.5%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,395 residents. The calculation is based on a resident count of 2,665, calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, plus an additional 32 verified new addresses since the Census date. This population level yields a density of 893 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical figures seen in areas analyzed by Districts. The 11.5% expansion rate in the suburb of Virginia (Qld) since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (9.2%) and the national benchmark, establishing the locality as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 51.0% of recent population gains.

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The workforce in Virginia is highly skilled, with professional services being particularly prominent. Statistical area data aggregated by Districts indicates an unemployment rate of 2.9% and an estimated employment growth of 8.7% over the previous year. By March 2026, 1,748 residents were employed, reflecting an unemployment rate of 1.4 percentage points lower than Greater Brisbane's 4.3%. Workforce participation stands at 84.6%, which significantly exceeds Greater Brisbane's 70.4%. Census data reveals that 25.1% of residents worked from home, a figure that should be viewed with caution due to the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.

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Taxpayer statistics from the ATO aggregated by Districts for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the suburb of Virginia are extremely high on a national scale. Taxpayers in the suburb recorded a median income of $67,083 and an average income of $84,428, compared to Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $74,704 for the median and $94,019 for the average. Census records place household, family, and individual incomes in Virginia between the 87th and 92nd percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket contains 31.9% of residents (852 people) who earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the regional distribution where of the population falls into this range. High-income earners are prominent, with of the population earning more than per week, pointing to substantial spending capacity. Housing costs consume of income, while strong local earnings place residents in the nd percentile for disposable income, and the area sits in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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Residential structures in Virginia at the time of the latest Census consisted of 97.9% houses and 2.1% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, and other housing types, compared to 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings across the Brisbane metro area. Home ownership rates in Virginia matched the metropolitan average of 27.6%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (50.4%) or rented (22.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,200, which is higher than the Brisbane metro average of $1,863. The median weekly rent was $443, compared to the metro average of $380. On a national level, mortgage costs in Virginia are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 76.1%, consisting of couples with children at 40.4%, couples without children at 27.8%, and single parents at 7.1%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 23.9%, which includes single-person households at 18.9% and group homes at 4.6%. The median household size is 2.7 residents, slightly larger than the Greater Brisbane median of 2.6.

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Attainment levels for education in Virginia are higher than regional and national benchmarks, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% in QLD and 30.4% nationwide. This educational profile positions the workforce well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 25.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 33.3% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications such as advanced diplomas (11.5%) or certificates (21.8%).

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Analysis of transit options shows 28 active public transport stops in Virginia, consisting of both rail and bus connections. These stops are served by 54 routes, which generate 3,180 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 155 meters from their nearest stop. Because Virginia is mostly residential, most workers commute outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 81%, followed by trains at 13%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.5 cars per household. A total of 25.1% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements.

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Health outcomes in the area are above average based on Districts assessments of mortality and chronic disease rates. Although chronic condition rates are low among the general population, they exceed the national average for older, higher-risk groups. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 61% of the population (1,619 people) holding cover, compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane.

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Virginia displays a higher level of cultural diversity than average, with 22.1% of residents born outside Australia and 13.3% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 48.1% of the population. Hinduism shows a notable local concentration at 4.2% of the population, compared to 2.2% across Greater Brisbane.

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The median age of 36 years in the suburb of Virginia (Qld) matches the Greater Brisbane average of 36, but is lower than the national median of 38. The 35 to 44 age bracket is highly represented at 20.6% of the population, compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 15 to 24 group is less common at 9.7%. This concentration of 35 to 44 year olds is higher than the national figure of 14.3%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort grew from 19.0% to 20.6% of the population, while the 0 to 4 age group decreased from 7.4% to 6.7%. Projections for 2041 indicate demographic changes, with the to cohort expected to grow by people () from to . Residents aged and over will account for of the projected population growth, reflecting an aging community. Conversely, the child cohorts aged to and to are expected to decrease in size.

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Virginia currently has an estimated 178 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 94 children aged 0-2 and 63 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 1% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 11% by 2041 (to approximately 158 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 255. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.3 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.