Springfield Lakes
At 31, Springfield Lakes has a median age 9 years below the national figure, yet its household income sits at the 83.1 percentile. The suburb houses 17,211 residents across 8.89 square kilometres, with 96.0% of dwellings separate houses and 67.6% containing 4 or more bedrooms. Its 35.3% overseas-born share is 13.7 percentage points above the national comparison, alongside an average household size of 3.0. Compared with nearby Springfield and Brookwater, the defining pattern is a young, detached, high-growth mortgage belt rather than an apartment-led centre. Car commuting at 71.4% reinforces its suburban form.
Population
17,211
Median Age
31.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,184/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Springfield Lakes suits buyers prioritising detached, family-sized stock: 96.0% of homes are separate houses, while 67.6% have 4 or more bedrooms and 28.8% have 3 bedrooms. The affordability picture is incomplete because a median house price is not available, so current comparable sales matter more than a headline estimate. A mortgage indicator of $1,800 per month sits beside household income of $2,184 per week, with mortgage commitments at 19.0% of income. That is slightly higher than the 18.8% rent-to-income figure, while 45.7% are paying a mortgage and only 10.4% own outright. The housing form is well matched to couples with children, who represent 54.7% of families.
For Buyers
Springfield Lakes suits buyers prioritising detached, family-sized stock: 96.0% of homes are separate houses, while 67.6% have 4 or more bedrooms and 28.8% have 3 bedrooms. The affordability picture is incomplete because a median house price is not available, so current comparable sales matter more than a headline estimate. A mortgage indicator of $1,800 per month sits beside household income of $2,184 per week, with mortgage commitments at 19.0% of income. That is slightly higher than the 18.8% rent-to-income figure, while 45.7% are paying a mortgage and only 10.4% own outright. The housing form is well matched to couples with children, who represent 54.7% of families.
For Investors
Springfield Lakes has a substantial tenant base, with 43.5% renting versus 10.4% owning outright, which can support a meaningful rental pool for well-presented houses. Weekly rent is $410 and vacancy is 7.1%, so investors should test achievable rent against holding costs rather than assume tight rental conditions. The development count is 0 for the last 12 months, reducing the immediate signal of fresh competing supply, while rent growth is 16.7%. Internal migration is the primary growth driver and the annual trend is 4.52%, which is stronger than a flat-growth setting. A median sale price is unavailable, so gross yield and cash flow cannot be calculated responsibly; verify insurance, maintenance and transport appeal for detached stock before buying.
Schools in Springfield Lakes
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Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School (Springfield Lakes)
Springfield Lakes State School
Demographics
Springfield Lakes is younger than the national profile: median age is 31, or 9 years below national, while average household size is 3.0, 0.5 above national. Families shape demand, with couples with children making up 54.7% of families and one-parent families 18.5%. University attainment is 35.8%, 5.7 percentage points above national, and 35.3% of residents were born overseas, 13.7 points above national. English, Scottish and Irish ancestry counts are 5,475, 1,481 and 1,239, while Indian ancestry is 1,211. Punjabi is the most common listed non-English language at 239 speakers. This younger, larger-household profile helps sustain demand for family services and larger homes.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
96.0%
Houses
4.0%
Townhouse
0.0%
Apartment
Tenure
The housing mix is overwhelmingly detached: 96.0% separate houses and 4.0% semi-detached, with 67.6% of dwellings containing 4 or more bedrooms. Tenure is more leveraged and mobile than an established owner-occupied suburb, with 45.7% paying a mortgage, 43.5% renting and only 10.4% owning outright. Housing costs look moderate against household income: rent is $410 weekly and rent-to-income is 18.8%, while the mortgage-to-income figure is 19.0%. The mortgage ratio is slightly higher than the rent ratio, so changes in interest costs remain relevant. For buyers comparing Springfield Lakes with Springfield or Brookwater, detached stock and bedroom capacity are more relevant than apartment metrics.
Mortgage / mo
$1,800
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $410.
$600
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $600 · units $450
HH Size
3.0
Personal Income / wk
$994
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.1%
Unoccupied
425
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
19.0%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
54.7%
Couples with children
25.7%
Couples, no children
18.5%
Single parent
4,721
Total families
Economy & Employment
Springfield Lakes combines a high participation rate of 75.4% with 5.1% unemployment and a 64.9% full-time employment rate. Healthcare leads local industry at 19.4% with 1,193 workers, followed by public administration at 11.6% and education at 10.5%; professional and technical services account for 7.7%, while construction contributes 7.5%. The occupational mix is led by professionals at 2,035, clerical and administrative workers at 1,368, community and personal service workers at 1,142, trades at 1,123 and managers at 1,050. Household income of $2,184 weekly sits at the 83.1 percentile, consistent with IRSAD decile 7 and economic resources decile 8, both above the middle deciles. These sectors support stability because health, government and education employment is less dependent on a single private industry.
Unemployment
5.1%
Labour Force
9,470
Unemployed
481
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
64.9%
Part-time
26.5%
Participation
75.4%
Employed
8,989
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
35.8%
Postgraduate
9.3%
Born Overseas
35.3%
Dwellings
5,533
Transport to Work
Daily life is strongly car-oriented: 71.4% travel as car drivers, compared with 4.5% using public transport, while 18.5% work from home and only 0.8% walk or cycle. That makes road access and parking more important than a transit-first routine. Springfield Lakes has 2 primary options: a Government state school and a Catholic non-state school, including Springfield Lakes State School and Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School. Families should check enrolment zones and year-level availability at the exact address. Social conditions are above the national middle range, with IRSAD decile 7, IER decile 8 and IEO decile 7. No suburb-specific crime rate is available, so current Queensland Police information and an inspection at different times are sensible complements to the 17,211-resident context.
Drive
71.4%
Public Transport
4.5%
Walk / Cycle
0.8%
Work from Home
18.5%
Population Forecast
+4.52%/yr
(+1,333 people/yr)
High GrowthSpringfield Lakes sits in a high-growth trajectory, with forecast annual growth of 4.52% and internal migration identified as the primary driver. Population change across the wider area is 129.4% over 10 years, a far faster expansion profile than a flat-growth suburb. The trajectory is Mixed, with rent growth of 16.7%, a 2.3 percentage point rise in the senior share and a 0.5 point fall in the young share. Affordability is labelled Stable, moving from 42.4 in 2011 to 41.4 in 2021, while real income growth is -2.9%. The gentrification score is 0 and the stage is New development; it is also labelled Not gentrifying. The practical implication is continued demand from incoming households, but uneven age and affordability trends mean growth should not be read as uniform across every street.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+328
Net Internal / yr
+658
Gentrification Signal
New development
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Springfield Lakes compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Springfield Lakes a good suburb to live in?
Springfield Lakes can suit households seeking large detached homes, with 96.0% of dwellings separate houses and 67.6% containing 4 or more bedrooms. Its median age is 31, household size averages 3.0 people and 18.5% work from home. Car access matters because 71.4% drive to work.
What is the median house price in Springfield Lakes?
No current median house price is stated for Springfield Lakes. Buyers should compare recent sales of detached 3 and 4-plus bedroom homes, which represent 28.8% and 67.6% of dwellings, rather than rely on an unverified estimate. A mortgage indicator of $1,800 per month and rent of $410 weekly provide cost context.
What schools are in Springfield Lakes?
Springfield Lakes has 2 primary options: Springfield Lakes State School, a Government state school, and Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School, a Catholic non-state school. Check enrolment zones and year-level availability for the exact address, as access can vary across the suburb.
Is Springfield Lakes safe?
A suburb-specific crime rate is not available, so current Queensland Police information and an inspection of the exact street are important. Springfield Lakes has 17,211 residents and an IRSAD decile of 7, but social advantage measures should not be treated as a crime score or a substitute for current local checking.
Is Springfield Lakes good for property investment?
It may suit investors targeting detached rental homes, with 43.5% of households renting, weekly rent of $410 and a 7.1% vacancy rate. Internal migration drives growth, the annual trend is 4.52% and rent growth is 16.7%. The development count is 0 over 12 months, but yield cannot be calculated without a current sale price.
How is Springfield Lakes's population changing?
Springfield Lakes has 17,211 residents today. Forecast annual growth is 4.52%, driven by internal migration, while population change across the wider area is 129.4% over 10 years. The trajectory is Mixed, with the senior share up 2.3 percentage points and the young share down 0.5 points.
What languages are spoken in Springfield Lakes?
English is the leading ancestry response, while 35.3% of residents were born overseas. The most common listed languages include Punjabi with 239 speakers, Malayalam with 130, Samoan with 118, Hindi with 114 and Mandarin with 100. These figures indicate a broader language mix than a suburb with a lower overseas-born share.
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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