Zillmere (Qld)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside recent physical addresses confirmed by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Zillmere has an assessed occupancy of approximately 10,148 residents as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 825 individuals (8.8%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a residency of 9,323 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 10,132, calculated by Districts through analysing the most recent ERP statistics published by the ABS (June 2025) plus an extra 38 verified new addresses following the Census date. This size of population translates to a density ratio of 2,772 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of all Australian settings evaluated by Districts. The 8.8% expansion in the suburb of Zillmere since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 region (7.7%), representing a leading growth figure for the area. Demographics were mainly boosted by international migration, which accounted for roughly of total population additions in recent times.

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Zillmere displays a capable labor force with strong representation in critical service sectors, an unemployment rate of 8.4%, and an estimated job growth rate of 7.2% over the previous year, according to Districts compilations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 5,792 local citizens are employed, while the joblessness rate is 4.1% higher than the Greater Brisbane level of 4.3%, indicating potential for labor market progress, and workforce participation is relatively typical (74.7% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane). Based on Census records, a modest 14.6% of workers conducted their duties from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions must be kept in mind.

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Based on the most recent postcode level ATO statistics released by Districts for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Zillmere earn a median income of $52,737, with an average income of $63,042. These figures are below national benchmarks, and compare to a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Applying Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $58,728 (median) and $70,204 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census indicates individual income sits in the 47th percentile ($788 per week), while household income ranks in the 30th percentile. The income distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common, containing 33.1% of residents (3,358 people), which matches wider regional patterns where fall into the same bracket. Renters and buyers face significant housing affordability stress, with only of income remaining, placing the area in the th percentile.

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Residential property types in Zillmere, recorded at the most recent Census, consisted of 55.0% standalone houses and 45.1% alternative dwellings (townhouses, flats, and other housing formats), compared to 73.5% standalone houses and 26.5% alternative dwellings across the Brisbane metropolitan area. At the same time, the rate of home ownership in Zillmere was lower than the metropolitan Brisbane average, standing at 18.5%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (27.2%) or occupied by tenants (54.4%). The median monthly home loan payment in the area was lower than the Brisbane metropolitan average at $1,677, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $350, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,863 and $380 respectively. Nationally, mortgage costs in Zillmere are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national benchmark of $375.

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Domestic arrangements are led by family households at 60.2% of the total, which includes 21.3% couples with offspring, 22.3% couples without offspring, and 14.3% single parent households. Non-family households comprise the remaining 39.8%, with single-person households at 33.5% and share houses making up 6.3%. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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Levels of educational attainment in Zillmere are below regional averages, with 27.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 33.8% in the wider SA4 region. This difference points to opportunities for future educational advancement and training. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 18.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (5.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Practical and vocational skills are common, with 36.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (24.6%).

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Assessments of public transit reveal 58 active transit stops functioning within Zillmere, containing a combination of train stations and bus stops. These transit points are serviced by 40 distinct routes, which combine to support 2,471 passenger journeys each week. Transit access is classified as outstanding, with residents living an average of 152 meters from their nearest transit link. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of workers travel out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the leading choice at 76%, followed by 13% using trains and 6% using buses. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.0 per residence, which is below the wider regional standard. Approximately 14.6% of residents performed their jobs from home (2021 Census; likely influenced by COVID-19 patterns).

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Health metrics point to considerable difficulties for Zillmere, based on Districts analysis of mortality statistics and the occurrence of long-term medical conditions, which affect both younger and older demographics. The level of private health insurance is slightly higher than the average SA2 region, covering approximately 52% of the population (~5,295 people). This compares to 55.8% across the Greater Brisbane area.

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Zillmere displays higher levels of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 31.0% of the population born outside Australia and 23.9% speaking a non-English language at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 44.5% of the local population. However, the most distinct difference is in the category of Other, which accounts for 5.6% of the population compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.

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With a median age of 34, Zillmere is slightly younger than the Greater Brisbane standard of 36 and is notably below the national benchmark of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Zillmere has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (20.3%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (10.0%). This concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is significantly above the national level of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 15.0% to 16.3% of the population. Conversely, the 15 to 24 bracket has dropped from 12.7% to 11.7%. Population forecasts for 2041 show major demographic transitions ahead for Zillmere. The to cohort is projected to experience the highest growth at , adding residents to total . Demographic aging is set to continue, with residents aged and older making up of the projected growth. In contrast, the cohorts aged to and to are projected to experience population declines.

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Zillmere currently has an estimated 669 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 399 children aged 0-2 and 266 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 9% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 13% by 2041 (to approximately 580 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 812. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 14.5 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.