Yarrabilba
Population change across the wider area reaches 2,268.6% over 10 years, while Yarrabilba now has 10,240 residents and a median age of 25, which is 15 years below the national comparison. The suburb is shaped by young families, with 92.4% of dwellings separate houses and 75.6% containing 4 or more bedrooms. Renting is widespread at 61.5%, helping explain the area's strong demand for accessible housing. Compared with nearby Logan Reserve and Flagstone, Yarrabilba stands out for its scale of recent development, with 793 applications recorded over 12 months. Growth is likely to remain high because internal migration is supporting a 5.73% annual trend.
Population
10,240
Median Age
25.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,585/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
807
Yarrabilba suits buyers seeking detached, family-sized housing, because 92.4% of dwellings are separate houses and 75.6% have 4 or more bedrooms. The recorded monthly mortgage figure is $1,700, while household income is $1,585 a week, so borrowing capacity and deposit size remain important despite the area's family focus. Mortgage costs account for 24.8% of household income, higher than the 23.7% rent-to-income share. Buyers should compare individual streets and new-build specifications carefully, as the high-growth setting means nearby construction can affect amenity and resale timing.
For Buyers
Yarrabilba suits buyers seeking detached, family-sized housing, because 92.4% of dwellings are separate houses and 75.6% have 4 or more bedrooms. The recorded monthly mortgage figure is $1,700, while household income is $1,585 a week, so borrowing capacity and deposit size remain important despite the area's family focus. Mortgage costs account for 24.8% of household income, higher than the 23.7% rent-to-income share. Buyers should compare individual streets and new-build specifications carefully, as the high-growth setting means nearby construction can affect amenity and resale timing.
For Investors
Yarrabilba has a renter-majority profile, with 61.5% of households renting compared with only 5.7% owning outright. Weekly rent is $375 and vacancy is 5.3%, giving tenants more choice than in a tightly constrained market but still supporting a broad rental pool. Development activity is unusually high at 793 applications over 12 months, which can increase future supply and create competition between similar homes. The investment case is stronger for well-located, practical dwellings because internal migration is the primary growth driver and the annual trend is 5.73%, higher than a low-growth profile.
Development Activity
Total DAs
810
Last 12 Months
807
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 Yarrabilba
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
St Clare's Primary School (Yarrabilba)
Yarrabilba State Secondary College
Yarrabilba State School
Demographics
Yarrabilba is exceptionally young, with a median age of 25, or 15 years below the national comparison. Household size averages 3.1 people, 0.6 above the national figure, because couples with children make up 45.9% of families and one-parent families account for 31.4%. University participation is 15.8%, 14.3 percentage points below the national comparison, while 21.0% of residents were born overseas. English, Scottish and Irish ancestry counts are 3,822, 733 and 696 respectively. The 39.7% turnover rate is higher than the 21.0% overseas-born share, indicating a mobile population shaped by new housing and family relocation.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
92.4%
Houses
7.2%
Townhouse
0.4%
Apartment
Tenure
Yarrabilba's housing stock is strongly detached and family-sized: separate houses account for 92.4% of dwellings, while apartments represent only 0.4% and semi-detached homes 7.2%. Four or more bedrooms account for 75.6%, well above the 20.7% share of 3-bedroom homes, because the area was built around larger household demand. Tenants make up 61.5% of households, higher than the 32.6% mortgage share and 5.7% outright ownership. The recorded mortgage figure is $1,700 monthly, with mortgage costs at 24.8% of income. This tenure mix makes Yarrabilba more renter-oriented than a mature owner-occupier suburb.
Mortgage / mo
$1,700
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $375.
$600
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $600 · units $490
HH Size
3.1
Personal Income / wk
$819
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
5.3%
Unoccupied
176
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.8%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
45.9%
Couples with children
21.6%
Couples, no children
31.4%
Single parent
2,631
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Yarrabilba's largest industry at 21.2%, followed by construction at 12.2%, retail and education at 9.2% each, and manufacturing at 8.2%. The occupational mix is similarly practical, led by trades with 630 workers, community and personal services with 570, and labourers with 567. Labour-force participation is 67.8%, unemployment is 7.7%, and full-time employment is 61.8%. Household income sits at the 52nd percentile, close to the national midpoint, yet IRSAD is only decile 2 and IER is decile 3. That contrast suggests average incomes coexist with substantial disadvantage, partly because the population is young and heavily renter-based.
Unemployment
7.7%
Labour Force
4,468
Unemployed
342
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
61.8%
Part-time
28.6%
Participation
67.8%
Employed
4,126
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
15.8%
Postgraduate
2.5%
Born Overseas
21.0%
Dwellings
3,110
Transport to Work
Daily life is highly car-dependent: 83.5% of residents drive to work, far higher than the 0.8% using public transport, while 0.9% walk or cycle and 9.4% work from home. That pattern makes access to a reliable vehicle more important than in better-connected suburbs. Families have practical local school access through 3 schools, comprising 2 government institutions and 1 Catholic non-State school, including primary and secondary options. Check enrolment zones against the exact address because boundaries can cross suburb streets. IRSAD is decile 2, below the national midpoint, so household budgets and service access deserve attention. Review recent Queensland Police data and inspect the exact street before deciding on safety.
Drive
83.5%
Public Transport
0.8%
Walk / Cycle
0.9%
Work from Home
9.4%
Population Forecast
+5.73%/yr
(+905 people/yr)
High GrowthYarrabilba has a high-growth outlook, with an annual trend of 5.73% driven primarily by internal migration. Across the wider area, population change reaches 2,268.6% over 10 years, while the trajectory is labelled Rejuvenating because the young share has risen by 11.3 percentage points and the senior share has fallen by 5.3 points. Affordability improved from 49.4 in 2011 to 45.8 in 2021, a lower score than before, while rent growth reached 25.0%. Gentrification is not currently the main story: the score is 0 and the stage is Not gentrifying. Development activity should remain elevated because new housing is attracting relocating households.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+55
Net Internal / yr
+906
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Yarrabilba compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yarrabilba a good suburb to live in?
Yarrabilba can suit families wanting newer detached housing, because 92.4% of dwellings are separate houses and 75.6% have 4 or more bedrooms. The median age is 25 and household size is 3.1 people, but car dependence is high at 83.5%, so transport needs should be considered.
What is the median house price in Yarrabilba?
A median house price is not stated. As a guide, weekly rent is $375 and the recorded monthly mortgage figure is $1,700. Buyers should compare recent settled sales for similar 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom houses, because 75.6% of local homes have 4 or more bedrooms.
What schools are in Yarrabilba?
Yarrabilba has 3 local schools: Yarrabilba State School, Yarrabilba State Secondary College and St Clare's Primary School. The mix is 2 government schools and 1 Catholic non-State school, covering primary and secondary education. Confirm the enrolment zone for the exact address before signing a contract.
Is Yarrabilba safe?
A suburb-wide crime rate is not stated, so review recent Queensland Police data and inspect the exact street before choosing a home. Yarrabilba is strongly car-oriented, with 83.5% driving and only 0.8% using public transport, making street layout, lighting and everyday access useful practical checks.
Is Yarrabilba good for property investment?
Yarrabilba has a substantial rental base, with 61.5% of households renting, weekly rent of $375 and a vacancy rate of 5.3%. The annual growth trend is 5.73% and 793 development applications were recorded over 12 months. Investors should allow for competing new supply and focus on dwelling appeal and location.
How is Yarrabilba's population changing?
Yarrabilba has 10,240 residents today and a median age of 25. Growth across the wider area is running at 5.73% annually, driven by internal migration, while the trajectory is Rejuvenating. The young share has increased by 11.3 percentage points over the comparison period, supporting continued family and renter demand.
What development is occurring in Yarrabilba?
Development activity is substantial, with 793 applications recorded over 12 months. Examples include dual occupancy involving 2 dwellings, new detached homes and additions such as patios, garages and alfresco areas. This pipeline can improve housing choice, but buyers should check nearby construction plans because supply is likely to remain higher than in established suburbs.
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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