Anstead
With household income in the 96.9th percentile nationally and 51.3% of residents holding university qualifications, Anstead, QLD sits well above most Brisbane suburbs on both measures. Yet the suburb holds only 1,522 people across 13.85 square kilometres, giving a density of just 110 people per km2, far below urban averages. An ownership rate of 93.1% (combined outright and mortgage) and 99% detached housing reinforce a picture of an affluent, low-turnover community where families plant roots: 81.7% of residents stayed put in the five years to the last Census.
Population
1,522
Median Age
43.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,926/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
9
Median House
$637K
Estimated from rent (2025)
The median house price in Anstead is estimated at $637,000, and monthly mortgage repayments average $2,383. At a mortgage-to-income ratio of 18.8%, buyers here face less financial pressure compared to many higher-density suburbs where ratios exceed 30%. Almost all housing is detached, with 99% of dwellings being separate houses, and 80.1% of homes have four or more bedrooms, well above national norms. Renters make up only 6.9% of households, which means resale competition is mostly among owner-occupiers. The combined ownership rate of 93.1% signals that Anstead attracts buyers looking to stay, rather than a transient market, because the low density and acreage character make it a deliberate lifestyle choice.
For Buyers
The median house price in Anstead is estimated at $637,000, and monthly mortgage repayments average $2,383. At a mortgage-to-income ratio of 18.8%, buyers here face less financial pressure compared to many higher-density suburbs where ratios exceed 30%. Almost all housing is detached, with 99% of dwellings being separate houses, and 80.1% of homes have four or more bedrooms, well above national norms. Renters make up only 6.9% of households, which means resale competition is mostly among owner-occupiers. The combined ownership rate of 93.1% signals that Anstead attracts buyers looking to stay, rather than a transient market, because the low density and acreage character make it a deliberate lifestyle choice.
For Investors
Anstead is not a classic rental market: the renter share of 6.9% is low compared to state and national averages, limiting the tenant pool. Weekly rent sits at $490, and the vacancy rate of 3.2% is moderate, above a tight sub-2% investment market but not indicating distress. Development activity is minimal, with only 8 applications in the past 12 months, meaning new supply is not diluting existing stock. The suburb's appeal lies in capital preservation rather than yield: the low renter ratio and high income base (household income at the 96.9th percentile) suggest demand comes from owner-occupiers willing to pay a premium, which tends to support prices over time. Investors should expect thin rental demand but stable values.
Development Activity
Total DAs
32
Last 12 Months
9
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+50.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Anstead's median age is 43, which is 3.0 years above the national figure, reflecting a mature, family-oriented community rather than a suburb dominated by young renters. University qualifications reach 51.3%, which is 21.2 percentage points above the national average, among the highest proportions found in outer Brisbane. The overseas-born share is 27.7%, about 6.1 points above national, with ancestry dominated by English (656), Irish (241) and Scottish (217) backgrounds. Average household size is 3.1, compared to the national average of 2.5, consistent with the large-home profile and prevalence of couples with children, who make up 613 of 1,378 family households. The volunteering rate of 22.9% signals strong community engagement.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
99.0%
Houses
N/A
Townhouse
1.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing in Anstead is almost entirely detached, with 99% of dwellings being separate houses and just 1% apartments. The four-plus bedroom segment accounts for 80.1% of stock, a figure that reflects the acreage and family character of the suburb. Outright ownership stands at 38.1%, and 55.0% of households carry a mortgage, together giving a 93.1% combined ownership rate that is high by national standards. The median house price is approximately $637,000, with rent-to-income at 16.7%, below the 30% stress threshold. Turnover is low: 81.7% of residents had not moved in the five years prior to the Census, suggesting long hold periods and limited churn in the sales market compared to higher-density suburban areas.
Mortgage / mo
$2,383
Rent / wk
$490
HH Size
3.1
Personal Income / wk
$1,074
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
3.2%
Unoccupied
16
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
16.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.8%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
24.4%
Couples, no children
1,378
Total families
Economy & Employment
Professional and technical services lead local employment at 16.6% of workers (97 people), followed by Education at 15.6% (91) and Healthcare at 14.7% (86). Construction accounts for 11.1%, and Public Administration 7.9%. By occupation, Professionals (270) and Managers (153) together represent a majority of the workforce, consistent with an income base at the 96.9th percentile nationally. The full-time employment rate is 64.4%, and the unemployment rate of 5.0% sits close to national averages. Participation at 62.3% is moderate, partly because 366 residents are not in the labour force, a pattern typical of suburbs with a higher share of retirees and non-working partners given the older median age of 43.
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
64.4%
Part-time
30.6%
Participation
62.3%
Employed
722
Occupations
Top Industries
University
51.3%
Postgraduate
18.0%
Born Overseas
27.7%
Dwellings
485
Transport to Work
Car dependence is very high: 91.3% of residents drive to work, compared to the national average of roughly 65%, a direct consequence of the low-density, outer-suburban setting covering 13.85 km2. Public transport use is 2.6%, well below national norms, so households without a car face real access limitations. On the positive side, rent-to-income at 16.7% and mortgage-to-income at 18.8% are both comfortably below stress thresholds, meaning residents carry their housing costs without undue financial strain. No schools appear in the local dataset, so families depend on nearby institutions. The need-for-assistance rate is 4.1% (61 people), below what would be expected in a suburb with a 43 median age, suggesting a generally healthy and capable population.
Drive
91.3%
Public Transport
2.6%
Walk / Cycle
2.1%
Work from Home
N/A
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Anstead compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anstead a good suburb to live in?
Anstead suits families seeking space and high incomes: household income sits in the 96.9th percentile nationally, 51.3% of residents hold university qualifications, and 99% of housing is detached. Car dependence is high at 91.3%, and public transport is limited, so access to a vehicle is essential. The rent-to-income ratio of 16.7% and mortgage-to-income of 18.8% indicate comfortable affordability for those who can meet the purchase price.
What is the median house price in Anstead?
The median house price in Anstead is approximately $637,000, estimated from 2025 rental data. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,383. Weekly rent sits at $490, and the vacancy rate is 3.2%. With 80.1% of homes having four or more bedrooms, the market is dominated by large family homes rather than units.
What schools are in Anstead?
No schools are recorded within the Anstead boundary in this dataset. Families rely on schools in surrounding suburbs in the Brisbane west corridor. Despite the lack of local schools, education levels are high: 51.3% of residents hold university qualifications, which is 21.2 percentage points above the national average, suggesting residents actively prioritise access to quality education nearby.
Is Anstead safe?
Detailed crime statistics for Anstead are not available in this dataset. As indirect indicators, the suburb has household income in the 96.9th percentile nationally, a low renter share of 6.9%, and only 4.1% of residents (61 people) require daily assistance, all characteristics typically associated with low-disadvantage, low-crime areas. The stable, owner-dominated community with 81.7% residential continuity also reflects a settled environment.
Is Anstead good for property investment?
Anstead offers stability rather than high yield. Renters make up only 6.9% of households, limiting the tenant pool compared to suburbs where 25-35% rent. Weekly rent of $490 against a $637,000 median implies a gross yield around 4.0%. With only 8 development applications in 12 months, new supply is not a threat. The investment case rests on capital preservation in a high-income, low-turnover market.
How is Anstead's population changing?
Anstead has a population of 1,522 across 13.85 km2, with low density of 110 people per km2. The community is stable rather than rapidly expanding: 81.7% of residents had not moved in the five years to the last Census, compared to more mobile inner-urban areas. Development activity is minimal at 8 approvals in 12 months, consistent with slow, constrained growth in an established low-density setting.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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