Pittsworth
Pittsworth's most distinctive feature is its detached, older household profile: 91.7% of dwellings are separate houses, the median age is 43, and the population is 3,300. Compared with the national picture, the median age is 3.0 years higher, university attainment is 14.9 percentage points lower and the overseas-born share is 12.3 points lower. English, German and Irish ancestry are prominent, while 77.8% of residents stayed at the same address. Nearby Oakey and Millmerran provide useful regional context, but Pittsworth's density of 55.8 people per square kilometre supports a lower-density setting. That combination suits buyers seeking space and established routines more than apartment-led urban living.
Population
3,300
Median Age
43.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,290/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
10
Homebuyers in Pittsworth are choosing a predominantly detached market: 91.7% of dwellings are separate houses, with 46.6% containing 3 bedrooms and 38.0% containing 4 or more. A $1,300 monthly mortgage reference equals 23.3% of household income, while rent is $275 per week and rent-to-income is 21.3%. Compared with the national average, the 2.5-person household size is aligned, but the household income percentile is 30.0. With no current median sale price, buyers should compare recent Pittsworth sales by land size, condition and bedroom count rather than rely on a single headline figure. The family-sized stock suits households seeking space, but larger homes can bring higher maintenance costs than smaller dwellings.
For Buyers
Homebuyers in Pittsworth are choosing a predominantly detached market: 91.7% of dwellings are separate houses, with 46.6% containing 3 bedrooms and 38.0% containing 4 or more. A $1,300 monthly mortgage reference equals 23.3% of household income, while rent is $275 per week and rent-to-income is 21.3%. Compared with the national average, the 2.5-person household size is aligned, but the household income percentile is 30.0. With no current median sale price, buyers should compare recent Pittsworth sales by land size, condition and bedroom count rather than rely on a single headline figure. The family-sized stock suits households seeking space, but larger homes can bring higher maintenance costs than smaller dwellings.
For Investors
Pittsworth's rental case rests on demand from local workers and households seeking detached homes, but the 9.8% vacancy rate calls for caution. Rent is $275 a week, and 28.5% of occupied dwellings are rented, compared with 37.6% owned outright, so the suburb has a meaningful tenant base without being renter-dominated. Ten development applications were recorded over 12 months, although that count is modest and does not indicate a large pipeline. Growth is forecast at 0.57% annually with migration labelled Balanced, while rents have risen 35.0% in the shift profile. Investors should test vacancy, repairs and insurance conservatively because higher vacancy can offset an attractive gross rent. The 91.7% detached share supports family-oriented stock, but it may also mean slower turnover than smaller units.
Development Activity
Total DAs
38
Last 12 Months
10
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+11.1%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Pittsworth
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
St Stephen's School (Pittsworth)
Pittsworth State High School
Pittsworth State School
Demographics
At 43, Pittsworth's median age sits 3.0 years above the national figure, supporting its Aging trajectory. University attainment is 15.2%, which is 14.9 percentage points below the national comparison, while the overseas-born share is 9.3%, 12.3 points below national. English ancestry counts 1,179 people, followed by German at 385, Irish at 364 and Scottish at 288, giving the suburb an Anglo-leaning profile. Christianity is recorded for 2,246 residents versus 735 reporting no religion. Household size is 2.5, matching the national average, and 77.8% stayed at the same address, higher than the 22.2% turnover rate. These patterns point to established households and gradual change rather than rapid population churn.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
91.7%
Houses
6.4%
Townhouse
0.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Detached homes define Pittsworth's built form: 91.7% of dwellings are separate houses, compared with 6.4% semi-detached, and the area density is 55.8 people per square kilometre. The bedroom mix is weighted to family-sized stock, with 46.6% of homes having 3 bedrooms and 38.0% having 4 or more. Tenure is split between 37.6% owned outright, 31.8% with a mortgage and 28.5% rented, while vacancy is 9.8%. Mortgage commitments equal 23.3% of household income and rent equals 21.3%, with neither stress flagged, so affordability appears more stable than the limited price information suggests. Compared with apartment-led markets, Pittsworth gives buyers fewer compact housing choices, making land, upkeep and access to services important parts of the decision. A current median house price is not available, so recent comparable sales should carry more weight than broad regional assumptions.
Mortgage / mo
$1,300
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$275
Census 2021
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$651
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
9.8%
Unoccupied
127
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.3%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.3%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
38.1%
Couples with children
44.0%
Couples, no children
16.8%
Single parent
843
Total families
Economy & Employment
Pittsworth's economy combines essential services with a rural and practical skills base. Healthcare is the largest listed industry at 16.2% and 123 workers, followed by agriculture at 13.4% and 102, education at 12.0% and 91, construction at 10.8% and 82, and manufacturing at 7.8% and 59. Trades account for 250 workers and labourers 228, higher than managers at 168 and professionals at 151, which helps explain the suburb's hands-on employment profile. Unemployment is 3.5%, participation is 55.3% and full-time work is 59.0%. SEIFA results are mixed: IEO is decile 3, IRSD decile 4 and IRSAD decile 3, all below the middle IER decile 5. That gap suggests economic resources are closer to average than education, occupation and broad advantage, so local services and transport remain important.
Unemployment
3.5%
Labour Force
1,446
Unemployed
51
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.0%
Part-time
32.5%
Participation
55.3%
Employed
1,395
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
15.2%
Postgraduate
2.3%
Born Overseas
9.3%
Dwellings
1,166
Transport to Work
Daily life in Pittsworth is strongly car-oriented: 81.4% travel as car drivers, compared with 0.4% using public transport and 6.0% walking or cycling. That pattern reflects a low-density setting of 55.8 people per square kilometre, so households should check trip distances and vehicle costs before choosing an address. Pittsworth has 3 schools, comprising 2 government schools and 1 Catholic non-state school, with primary and high school options; enrolment zones should be checked against the exact address. The IRSAD score sits in decile 3, below the midpoint, which can indicate fewer area-wide advantages than higher-decile locations, while 20.7% volunteering provides a civic base. A suburb-level crime rate is not available, so safety cannot be ranked above or below nearby places on that measure. For residents needing support, 10.1% report needing assistance, making service access more important than in areas with lower need.
Drive
81.4%
Public Transport
0.4%
Walk / Cycle
6.0%
Work from Home
6.1%
Population Forecast
+0.57%/yr
(+34 people/yr)
EstablishedGrowth in Pittsworth is gradual rather than explosive. The annual trend is 0.57%, migration is labelled Balanced, and population change across the wider area is 9.5% over 10 years. The shift trajectory is Aging: the senior share has risen 5.1 percentage points, the young share has fallen 2.3 points and the working share has fallen 2.7 points. Rents grew 35.0%, but affordability was broadly Stable, moving from 38.8 in 2011 to 39.0 in 2021, while real income grew 9.2%. Compared with a younger, faster-expanding corridor, this points to demand shaped by established households and services rather than a large inflow of families. Gentrification is scored 0, Not gentrifying, although the shift profile records 30 and Early signs, so any change appears limited and uneven.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+8
Net Internal / yr
+12
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Pittsworth compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pittsworth a good suburb to live in?
Pittsworth suits residents who value detached housing and a quieter regional setting. The population is 3,300, the median age is 43 and 91.7% of dwellings are separate houses. Compared with denser centres, daily life is more car-dependent because 81.4% drive to work, so convenience depends on services and travel needs.
What is the median house price in Pittsworth?
A current median house price is not available. Buyers can frame affordability around $275 weekly rent, a $1,300 monthly mortgage reference and a 23.3% mortgage-to-income ratio. Compare recent local sales by land, condition and bedroom count rather than applying a single regional average.
What schools are in Pittsworth?
Pittsworth has 3 schools: Pittsworth State School, Pittsworth State High School and St Stephen's School. The mix is 2 government schools and 1 Catholic non-state school, covering primary and secondary pathways. Compared with an area without a local high school, families may have more continuity, but enrolment zones should be checked for the exact address.
Is Pittsworth safe?
A suburb-level crime rate is not available, so Pittsworth cannot be ranked above or below another suburb on crime alone. For broader community context, 77.8% of residents stayed at the same address and 20.7% volunteer. Compare current Queensland Police information and local conditions before making a safety decision.
Is Pittsworth good for property investment?
Pittsworth can suit a yield-focused investor, but the numbers call for caution. Rent is $275 a week, 28.5% of dwellings are rented and vacancy is 9.8%, compared with 37.6% owned outright. Ten development applications were recorded over 12 months, while forecast migration is Balanced and annual growth is 0.57%. Compare net yield after maintenance, insurance and vacancy rather than relying on rent alone.
How is Pittsworth's population changing?
Pittsworth's population is 3,300 today, with the wider area's 10-year population change at 9.5% and an annual trend of 0.57%. The trajectory is Aging: the senior share is up 5.1 points and the young share is down 2.3 points. Compared with a younger growth profile, this suggests gradual change shaped by established households and services rather than rapid expansion.
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 education open registers (school locations), 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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