Greenslopes
Over 53% of Greenslopes residents rent, making it Brisbane's inner-south renter capital, yet household incomes sit at the 74th percentile nationally and university education reaches 54.1% (24pp above the national average). This paradox of high-income, high-education renters reflects a young professional population (median age 34) that chooses proximity over ownership. Population growth of 1.52% per year (177 persons) ranks among Brisbane's fastest-growing inner suburbs, driven by 264 net overseas migrants annually. With 70 development applications in 12 months, densification is active.
Population
7,941
Median Age
34.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,974/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
74
Median House
$500K
Estimated from rent (2025)
The estimated median of $500,000 (rent-derived, 2025) seems low for inner Brisbane and likely reflects the apartment-heavy stock (48.0%) pulling down the blended median. Houses at 41.9% and semi-detached at 10.0% provide alternatives. Two-bedroom units at 39.3% and 3-bedroom at 30.4% define the stock. Mortgage-to-income at 23.1% is comfortable for the income bracket. With only 16.7% owning outright and 29.9% on mortgages, this is a suburb where most buyers are recent entrants. Greenslopes State School (ICSEA 1,108) anchors the school proposition.
For Buyers
The estimated median of $500,000 (rent-derived, 2025) seems low for inner Brisbane and likely reflects the apartment-heavy stock (48.0%) pulling down the blended median. Houses at 41.9% and semi-detached at 10.0% provide alternatives. Two-bedroom units at 39.3% and 3-bedroom at 30.4% define the stock. Mortgage-to-income at 23.1% is comfortable for the income bracket. With only 16.7% owning outright and 29.9% on mortgages, this is a suburb where most buyers are recent entrants. Greenslopes State School (ICSEA 1,108) anchors the school proposition.
For Investors
The 53.4% renter share is among the highest in Brisbane's middle ring, providing deep tenant demand. Weekly rent of $370 against a $500,000 median implies a gross yield of approximately 3.8%. Vacancy at 6.4% is slightly above Brisbane's average. Population growth of 1.52% per year and 70 development applications signal both demand and supply pressures. The gentrification score of 34 (early signs) suggests the suburb is in transition, with working-share rising 2.1pp and real incomes growing 13.0% over the decade. Net internal migration is negative (-129/year), offset by strong overseas inflow (264/year).
Development Activity
Total DAs
195
Last 12 Months
74
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+89.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Greenslopes iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Greenslopes State School
Prep-6 · 310 students
Demographics
The median age of 34 sits 6 years below the national median, reflecting the inner-city young professional profile. English ancestry (2,719) leads, followed by Irish (1,155) and Scottish (914). At 29.1% born overseas (7.5pp above national), the community is moderately multicultural. University education at 54.1% is 24 percentage points above the national average. Professionals (1,793) dominate occupations, and the 67.6% participation rate is well above the national figure. Christianity (3,040) is the primary religion, with Hinduism (221) and Buddhism (211) notable minorities. Couples without children (34.1%) outnumber couples with children.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
41.9%
Houses
10.0%
Townhouse
48.0%
Apartment
Tenure
No historical price series is available, so the $500,000 median is rent-derived. The nearly even split between houses (41.9%) and apartments (48.0%) is distinctive for a Brisbane suburb, with semi-detached at 10.0%. Renters dominate at 53.4%, with 29.9% on mortgages and just 16.7% owning outright, the lowest outright ownership in this cohort. Studio/1-bed at 11.3% and 2-bedroom at 39.3% reflect the unit-heavy stock. Rent-to-income at 18.7% and mortgage-to-income at 23.1% are both comfortably below stress thresholds, reflecting the suburb's high-income renter profile.
Mortgage / mo
$1,974
Rent / wk
$370
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$1,059
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.4%
Unoccupied
230
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.1%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
34.1%
Couples, no children
5,156
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare leads at 23.0% (874 workers), anchored by Greenslopes Private Hospital. Professional/Tech (13.7%, 523) and Education (12.4%, 472) follow. Public Admin (7.5%) and Construction (6.6%) round out the top 5. Professionals (1,793) account for over 40% of all occupations, the highest concentration in this data set. Unemployment at 4.6% is below the national average. The SEIFA profile shows a split: IEO decile 9 (high education/occupation) but IER decile 3 (low economic resources), because high-earning renters score poorly on wealth accumulation metrics. IRSAD decile 8 captures the overall advantage.
Unemployment
3.8%
Labour Force
8,145
Unemployed
306
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
67.7%
Part-time
27.7%
Participation
67.6%
Employed
4,431
Occupations
Top Industries
University
54.1%
Postgraduate
14.6%
Born Overseas
29.1%
Dwellings
3,378
Transport to Work
Greenslopes State School (Primary, Government, ICSEA 1,108, 310 students) scores 108 points above the ICSEA benchmark, reflecting the high-education catchment. Public transport usage at 14.1% is among the highest in this data set, and walking/cycling at 9.7% reflects inner-suburb accessibility. Car usage at 71.1% is the lowest in this cohort. Volunteering at 16.9% is above the national average. The IRSAD decile of 8 and the 36.5% turnover rate signal a dynamic, well-serviced inner suburb with high residential mobility.
Drive
71.1%
Public Transport
14.1%
Walk / Cycle
9.7%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.52%/yr
(+177 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation is forecast to reach 12,582 by 2031, growing at 1.52% annually (177 persons/year) from a 2025 base of 11,607, higher than most Brisbane inner suburbs. Overseas migration (264 net/year) overwhelms negative internal migration (-129/year). The gentrification score of 34 (early signs) is driven by population rising 28% since 2011, affordability improving (41.5% to 35.1% rent-to-income), and a 13.0% real income growth over the decade. The working-age share is rising 2.1pp while seniors remain flat, counter to most suburban trends. The suburb avoided any COVID population dip.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+264
Net Internal / yr
-129
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +28% since 2011, Net internal outflow -129/yr, Strong overseas inflow +264/yr, Accelerating: 6% → 21%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Greenslopes compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greenslopes a good suburb to live in?
Greenslopes suits young professionals valuing Brisbane inner-south proximity, with 54.1% university-educated residents (24pp above national) and 14.1% public transport usage. SEIFA IRSAD decile 8 confirms above-average advantage. The 53.4% renter share means the community is transient, with 36.5% annual turnover.
What is the median house price in Greenslopes?
The estimated median is $500,000 (rent-derived, 2025), reflecting the blended house/apartment stock (48% apartments pull the overall figure down). Weekly rent averages $370, and mortgage-to-income at 23.1% is below the stress threshold.
What schools are in Greenslopes?
Greenslopes has 1 school: Greenslopes State School (Primary, Government, ICSEA 1,108, 310 students), scoring 108 points above the national ICSEA benchmark of 1,000. Secondary and additional primary options are in neighbouring suburbs like Coorparoo and Holland Park.
Is Greenslopes safe?
Crime data is not available for Greenslopes in the current dataset. The SEIFA IRSD decile of 8 (less disadvantaged) and 4.6% unemployment rate are indicators that typically correlate with moderate crime levels in Brisbane's inner ring.
Is Greenslopes good for property investment?
The 53.4% renter share provides strong tenant demand, and the implied 3.8% gross yield ($370/week on $500,000) is reasonable for inner Brisbane. Population growth of 1.52% per year (177 persons) adds demand pressure. The 6.4% vacancy rate and 70 development applications signal both demand and incoming supply to monitor.
How is Greenslopes's population changing?
Population is growing at 1.52% annually (177 persons/year), forecast to reach 12,582 by 2031. Overseas migration (264 net/year) drives growth, while internal migration is negative (-129/year). The gentrification score of 34 (early signs) reflects rising incomes (+13.0%) and population growth of 28% since 2011.
How active is property development in Greenslopes?
With 70 development applications in 12 months, Greenslopes has significant construction activity. Recent applications include dwelling house and multiple dwelling Material Change of Use applications. The 48% apartment stock share and continued DA lodgements indicate ongoing densification in the inner-south corridor.
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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