Redcliffe
Redcliffe combines a compact 2.66 sq km footprint with 5,030 residents and a notably international profile: 38.7% were born overseas, 17.1 percentage points above the national figure. Housing is detached-dominant, with 78.4% separate houses, while 40.7% rent compared with 22.0% owning outright, and vacancy is 8.8%. Compared with nearby Belmont and Ascot, the suburb reads as a practical, car-oriented community with an aging trajectory: median age is 38, senior share has risen 3.1 points, and household income sits at the 51.1st percentile.
Population
5,030
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,565/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
1
Redcliffe suits buyers prioritising conventional housing over apartment stock. A current median house price is not available, so the clearest affordability markers are the $1,733 monthly mortgage figure and mortgage payments at 25.6% of household income. Weekly rent is $330, below the simple monthly equivalent of that mortgage, although the costs reflect different tenure choices. The stock is 78.4% separate houses and 21.0% semi-detached, with only 0.5% apartments, so buyers seeking units have fewer local options than those seeking houses. Three-bedroom homes account for 43.6% and four-plus-bedroom homes 36.6%, supporting family-sized demand. Compared with a higher-density suburb, Redcliffe puts more emphasis on private outdoor space, parking and ongoing house maintenance. The compact 2.66 sq km footprint makes the exact street and surrounding traffic conditions important.
For Buyers
Redcliffe suits buyers prioritising conventional housing over apartment stock. A current median house price is not available, so the clearest affordability markers are the $1,733 monthly mortgage figure and mortgage payments at 25.6% of household income. Weekly rent is $330, below the simple monthly equivalent of that mortgage, although the costs reflect different tenure choices. The stock is 78.4% separate houses and 21.0% semi-detached, with only 0.5% apartments, so buyers seeking units have fewer local options than those seeking houses. Three-bedroom homes account for 43.6% and four-plus-bedroom homes 36.6%, supporting family-sized demand. Compared with a higher-density suburb, Redcliffe puts more emphasis on private outdoor space, parking and ongoing house maintenance. The compact 2.66 sq km footprint makes the exact street and surrounding traffic conditions important.
For Investors
Redcliffe has a sizeable rental base. The 40.7% renting share is higher than the 22.0% owned outright share and sits above the 36.0% mortgage share, creating a broad tenant pool but also a market where leasing competition matters. Weekly rent is $330 and vacancy is 8.8%, so investors should allow for periods of slower tenant placement rather than assume constant occupancy. The 78.4% separate-house share and 43.6% three-bedroom share favour family rental stock. There has been 1 development approval over 12 months, limiting evidence of new supply. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver and the annual trend is 1.34%, supportive of demand, but purchase price, maintenance and insurance still determine returns. Compared with a high-rise investment market, the local thesis is more about established houses than apartments.
Development Activity
Total DAs
1
Last 12 Months
1
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
—
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Redcliffe
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ST MARIA GORETTI'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL
REDCLIFFE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Demographics
Redcliffe's 5,030 residents have a median age of 38, which is 2.0 years below the national comparison, yet the suburb is on an aging trajectory: the senior share is up 3.1 points and the young share is down 1.1. The overseas-born share is 38.7%, 17.1 percentage points above the national figure, while university attainment is 30.2%, only 0.1 points above national. Average household size is 2.4, or 0.1 below national, helping explain the mix of couples without children at 36.8%, couples with children at 41.9% and one-parent families at 19.3%. English ancestry counts 1,526 people, with Other 905, Irish 426 and Scottish 388; Christianity totals 2,065 and no religion 1,765. Mandarin 61, Arabic 40 and Canton 31 are among the most common additional languages. The high overseas-born share helps explain the suburb's language and service needs.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
78.4%
Houses
21.0%
Townhouse
0.5%
Apartment
Tenure
Redcliffe's tenure pattern is split: 22.0% of homes are owned outright, 36.0% have a mortgage and 40.7% are rented, with 1.2% in other tenure. Compared with the 78.4% separate-house share, the 0.5% apartment share confirms a low-unit, detached-dominant market; semi-detached dwellings add 21.0%. Three-bedroom homes are the largest group at 43.6%, followed by four-plus bedrooms at 36.6%, so family-sized stock shapes the suburb more than studios or units. The $1,733 monthly mortgage figure equals 25.6% of household income, while $330 weekly rent equals 21.1% of income; neither measure is flagged as housing stress. No current median house price is available, so buyers and landlords should assess each dwelling against condition, land component and tenure mix rather than rely on a single suburb-wide price. Compared with apartment-led areas, Redcliffe's costs and maintenance profile are more closely tied to houses and semi-detached properties.
Mortgage / mo
$1,733
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$330
Census 2021
HH Size
2.4
Personal Income / wk
$807
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.8%
Unoccupied
180
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.1%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.6%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
41.9%
Couples with children
36.8%
Couples, no children
19.3%
Single parent
1,218
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare leads Redcliffe's industry mix at 15.8% with 237 workers, ahead of education at 9.6% with 144, mining at 8.1% with 122, public administration at 7.6% with 114 and construction at 7.3% with 109. The main occupations are professionals 455, trades 327, clerical/admin 311, community/personal 301 and labourers 252, giving the local economy both service and practical roles. From a labour force of 2,513, 1,493 are full-time, 704 part-time and 163 unemployed; participation is 60.8% and unemployment is 6.5%. Household income is $1,565 weekly at the 51.1st percentile. IEO ranks at decile 6 versus IER decile 3; IRSD is decile 4 and IRSAD decile 5. This gap suggests stronger education and occupation conditions than economic resources. Compared with higher-resource areas, budgets may be more cost-sensitive.
Unemployment
6.5%
Labour Force
2,513
Unemployed
163
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
63.5%
Part-time
30.0%
Participation
60.8%
Employed
2,350
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
30.2%
Postgraduate
6.7%
Born Overseas
38.7%
Dwellings
1,860
Transport to Work
Redcliffe is strongly car-oriented: 78.2% drive to work, compared with 6.4% using public transport, 2.1% walking or cycling and 6.1% working from home. That pattern supports road-based commuting but makes the exact distance to shops, services and transport more important for households without a car. School access includes 2 nearby options, comprising 1 government primary school and 1 non-government Catholic school; check enrolment zones and before or after-school care against the exact address. Socioeconomic conditions sit around the middle, with IRSAD at decile 5 and IRSD at decile 4, rather than a top-decile position. Need assistance is recorded for 8.8% of residents, so accessibility and service proximity matter for some households. Compared with a transit-led suburb, Redcliffe's livability depends more on parking, road access and daily convenience.
Drive
78.2%
Public Transport
6.4%
Walk / Cycle
2.1%
Work from Home
6.1%
Population Forecast
+1.34%/yr
(+225 people/yr)
EstablishedRedcliffe is an established suburb with a forecast annual trend of 1.34%, and overseas migration is the primary driver. Population change across the wider area is 13.5% over 10 years, while the shift trajectory is Aging: senior share has risen 3.1 points, young share has fallen 1.1 and working share has moved 0.1 point. Rent growth is 16.7%, compared with real income growth of 1.4%, so housing-cost pressure remains relevant even though affordability is labelled Improving from 42.6 in 2011 to 39.8 in 2021. Gentrification signals are mixed: the score is 31 with an Early signs stage, while the shift measure records 17 and Not gentrifying. Compared with a static established area, the 1.34% trend and overseas-migration driver indicate continuing change, but the aging pattern means growth is unlikely to be defined only by young households.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+377
Net Internal / yr
-94
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +19% since 2011, Strong overseas inflow +377/yr, Accelerating: 6% → 13%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Redcliffe compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Redcliffe a good suburb to live in?
Redcliffe can suit residents who want established detached housing and a car-oriented routine. Separate houses make up 78.4% of dwellings, public transport accounts for 6.4% of commuting and the median age is 38, 2.0 years below the national comparison. The fit depends on your tolerance for driving and your need for services close to home.
What is the median house price in Redcliffe?
A suburb-level median house price is not available for Redcliffe at present. Useful cost markers are the $1,733 monthly mortgage figure, $330 weekly rent, 78.4% separate-house share and 25.6% mortgage-to-income ratio. Compare recent sales for the specific dwelling, because house condition and land size can vary substantially.
What schools are in Redcliffe?
Redcliffe has 2 nearby school options: Redcliffe Primary School, a government primary school, and St Maria Goretti's Catholic School, a non-government school. School zones, enrolment rules and transport arrangements should be confirmed for the exact address, as the closest campus is not always the designated one.
Is Redcliffe safe?
Safety cannot be rated numerically for Redcliffe because a current suburb-level crime rate is not published. Check WA Police information and inspect the streets around the intended property at different times. IRSAD is decile 5 and IRSD is decile 4, which places socioeconomic conditions around the middle rather than the top decile.
Is Redcliffe good for property investment?
Redcliffe can be considered for property investment, especially where an investor wants established houses rather than apartments. The renter share is 40.7%, weekly rent is $330 and vacancy is 8.8%; there was 1 development approval over 12 months. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver and the annual trend is 1.34%, but returns still depend on purchase price, maintenance, insurance and tenant turnover.
How is Redcliffe's population changing?
Redcliffe's growth outlook is positive but measured. The annual trend is 1.34%, population change across the wider area is 13.5% over 10 years and overseas migration is the primary driver. The trajectory is Aging, with senior share up 3.1 points and young share down 1.1 points. Gentrification is classified as Early signs with a score of 31, so change is evident but not yet a full transformation.
What languages are spoken in Redcliffe?
Redcliffe has an overseas-born share of 38.7%, which is 17.1 percentage points above the national figure. The most reported additional languages include Mandarin 61, Arabic 40, Canton 31, Nepali 26 and Punjabi 26. English ancestry totals 1,526 and Irish ancestry 426. This mix can shape local services, schools and tenant communication.
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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