Logan continues to be one of the fastest growing cities in Queensland following the release of updated population data.
The latest Estimated Resident Population figure has been released this month, with a measure from 30 June 2025. The Estimated Resident Population (ERP) is the official population of the area. It is updated annually by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, and reassessed every Census.
City of Logan Estimated Resident Population (ERP) – June 2025 – 403,515
Increase of 11,949 people from June 2024 to June 2025, or 3.1%
- Logan had the 2nd highest population growth as a total amount of people in the state behind Brisbane (driven by high natural growth rate and internal migration)
- Logan is the 2nd fastest-growing LGA in the state (behind Ipswich who had a growth rate of 3.5%)
| ERP at 30 June | ERP Change | Components of population change 2024–25 | |||||
| LGA name | 2024 | 2025 | no. | % | Natural increase no. | Net internal migration no. | Net overseas migration no. |
| Brisbane | 1,353,837 | 1,375,301 | 21,464 | 1.6 | 4,983 | -7,203 | 23,684 |
| Gold Coast | 679,286 | 691,230 | 11,944 | 1.8 | 2,300 | 658 | 8,986 |
| Ipswich | 259,134 | 268,272 | 9,138 | 3.5 | 2,520 | 4,893 | 1,725 |
| Logan | 391,566 | 403,515 | 11,949 | 3.1 | 3,532 | 5,105 | 3,312 |
| Moreton Bay | 521,494 | 532,445 | 10,951 | 2.1 | 1,934 | 5,195 | 3,822 |
| Redland | 169,940 | 172,831 | 2,891 | 1.7 | 171 | 1,600 | 1,120 |
| Scenic Rim | 45,944 | 46,947 | 1,003 | 2.2 | 0 | 818 | 185 |
| Sunshine Coast | 374,298 | 381,957 | 7,659 | 2.0 | 580 | 4,159 | 2,920 |
| Toowoomba | 184,075 | 186,276 | 2,201 | 1.2 | 620 | 564 | 1,017 |
| Total Queensland | 5,571,890 | 5,669,764 | 97,874 | 1.8 | 20,606 | 21,595 | 55,673 |
5 of the Top 10 fastest-growing regions (SA2’s) in Queensland are in Logan
| SA2 name | ERP June 2024 no. | ERP June 2025 no. | Change 2024–25 no. | Change 2024–25 % |
| Ripley | 20,328 | 23,459 | 3,131 | 15.4 |
| Morayfield | 6,812 | 7,826 | 1,014 | 14.9 |
| Greenbank - North Maclean | 11,115 | 12,691 | 1,576 | 14.2 |
| Chambers Flat - Logan Reserve | 15,063 | 16,875 | 1,812 | 12.0 |
| Eagle Farm - Pinkenba | 2,500 | 2,746 | 246 | 9.8 |
| Caloundra West - Baringa | 21,892 | 23,872 | 1,980 | 9.0 |
| Yarrabilba | 14,575 | 15,803 | 1,228 | 8.4 |
| Flagstone (West) - New Beith | 12,357 | 13,360 | 1,003 | 8.1 |
| Pallara - Willawong | 15,439 | 16,586 | 1,147 | 7.4 |
| Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub | 11,979 | 12,765 | 786 | 6.6 |
Other notable points
- Logan had the 4th highest level of overseas migration behind Brisbane, Gold Coast and Moreton Bay
- Logan had the 2nd highest level of internal migration behind Moreton Bay (Brisbane had negative internal migration that was made-up for by natural growth and overseas migration)
- Logan has the 3rd highest population density (421 persons/km) behind Brisbane (1024) and Gold Coast (518)
Growth has moderated across the board, with all locations in South East Queensland experiencing lower growth figures compared to 2023/24
Delivery of dwellings in the city follows a similar trend to population, with dwelling delivery cooling off from the peak in 2023/24.
For the financial year to June 2025, 3,467 dwellings were completed in the City of Logan.
Building Completions 2016/2017 to 2025/26 (Part year 2025/26 to Feb 2026)
| Financial Year | Total new dwellings | Total dwellings demolished | Total net new dwellings |
| FY 16/17 | 3,073 | 37 | 3,036 |
| FY 17/18 | 3,314 | 86 | 3,228 |
| FY 18/19 | 3,921 | 74 | 3,847 |
| FY 19/20 | 3,144 | 111 | 3,033 |
| FY 20/21 | 2,694 | 94 | 2,600 |
| FY 21/22 | 3,651 | 114 | 3,537 |
| FY 22/23 | 4,299 | 119 | 4,180 |
| FY 23/24 | 4,573 | 213 | 4,360 |
| FY 24/25 | 3,467 | 256 | 3,211 |
| FY 25/26 (Part) | 2,312 | 115 | 2,197 |
The main development fronts reflect the top 5 growing areas in the city
- Greenbank – 486
- Yarrabilba – 463
- Logan Reserve – 376
- Park Ridge – 342
- Flagstone – 325
In terms of Building Approvals in 2024/25, 4,024 dwellings were approved in the City of Logan.
Building Approvals 2016/17 to 2025/26 (Part year 2025/26 to Feb 2026)
| Financial Year | Total new dwellings | Total dwellings demolished | Total net new dwellings |
| FY 16/17 | 3,481 | 81 | 3,400 |
| FY 17/18 | 4,167 | 132 | 4,035 |
| FY 18/19 | 3,693 | 129 | 3,564 |
| FY 19/20 | 2,857 | 141 | 2,716 |
| FY 20/21 | 4,820 | 198 | 4,622 |
| FY 21/22 | 4,620 | 174 | 4,446 |
| FY 22/23 | 4,357 | 242 | 4,115 |
| FY 23/24 | 3,942 | 279 | 3,663 |
| FY 24/25 | 4,024 | 231 | 3,793 |
| FY 25/26 (Part) | 2,974 | 157 | 2,817 |
According to ABS Dwelling Approval data, for the current financial year (July 2025 to February 2026) Logan has the 2nd-highest amount of housing approvals in the state behind Moreton Bay.
Further breakdown of population and dwelling data will be provided in the annual Economic Update, due in June 2026.
Located within the Yarrabilba Priority Development Area (PDA), this 75-hectare master planned precinct is strategically positioned between the M1 Motorway and Mount Lindesay Highway, offering exceptional connectivity for businesses seeking access to Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and beyond.
Strategic Location & Connectivity
Yarrabilba offers direct access to key freight and logistics infrastructure:
- Brisbane Airport – approx. 54 km / 43 mins drive
- Port of Brisbane – approx. 60–65 km / under 1 hour
- Gold Coast CBD – approx. 55 km / 45 mins
- Gateway Motorway – accessible via Logan Motorway or Mount Lindesay Highway
- M1 Motorway – approx. 25–30 mins
- Logan Motorway – approx. 20–25 mins
- Crestmead Industrial Estate – approx. 22 km / 26 mins
- Park Ridge Industrial Precinct – approx. 15–20 mins drive
This proximity makes Yarrabilba ideal for businesses requiring fast access to freight corridors, distribution networks, and workforce hubs.
MIBA North: Momentum Building
To date, the MIBA North Precinct (51 lots) is approximately 90% sold, with significant construction activity underway. Purchasers include a healthy mix of owner occupiers and developers, with developments ranging from small office/warehouse units (100sqm+) to purpose-built facilities, such as future 4,500sqm Neumann Steel office/warehouse.
Population & Growth
Yarrabilba’s current population sits at approximately 17,500 residents, with strong growth forecasted as new precincts and infrastructure come online. This growth underpins the demand for employment hubs, retail, and services.
MIBA South: Next Wave of Development
Bulk Earthworks & Civil Works:
- Bulk earthworks commencing late 2025
- MIBA South first subdivision—will be under construction in 2026.
- A culvert crossing over Quinzeh Creek will connect MIBA North to MIBA South via Wongawallen Drive.
- The first stage of MIBA South (approx. 50 lots) is approved, with off-the-plan sales targeted for early Q2 2026.
Infrastructure: Connectivity Enhancements
Dollarbird Intersection:
- Construction begins this year, enabling a second access point to the Stockland Yarrabilba community.
- Completion expected by mid-2027.
Jimbillunga Drive & Wentland Avenue Extension:
- Part of a $30 million Stockland-funded project, already well progressed.
- Delivered by Golding Contractors, this 2.5km stretch will significantly improve internal connectivity.
Yarrabilba isn’t just another industrial estate—it’s a vision for integrated growth, community, and opportunity. If you’re a business looking to expand, a developer seeking strategic land, or an investor watching SEQ’s growth corridors, Yarrabilba deserves your attention.
If you’re interested in exploring industrial opportunities in Yarrabilba, contact Jason at jasonsandhar@logan.qld.gov.au.
An innovative approach to social housing design at Underwood has taken out the top award in the 2025 Logan Urban Design Awards (LUDA).
Hosted on 6 November, the awards recognised the best in urban planning, architecture and design in the City of Logan.
“Great design makes great cities,” City of Logan Mayor Jon Raven said.
“I want our community to dream big and be ambitious for what Logan will become over the next 50 years.
“The work that these awards recognise is a huge part of that.
“This is about celebrating the projects and people who are shaping the future of Logan, helping us build a better and more innovative city.
“Our award nominees and winners are part of what makes Logan so attractive for business, investors and people buying their own home.”
The Queensland Department of Housing and Public Works and architects Archipelago are behind the Underwood social housing project on Cristaldi Avenue.
The award judges praised the project for its excellence in responsive, inclusive and sustainable urban design.
The successful delivery of the project on a sloping site and the creation of the homes around a central garden spine were also highlighted.
LUDA Award Category winners are
- Distinctive: Distillery Road Market Precinct (Kenton Campbell and Tonken Property Group).
- Embracing nature: Borrol Lookout and Billubera Park at Yarrabilba (Stockland and RPS Group).
- People focused and connected: The United Cultures Centre and Z block learning centre at Mabel Park State High School (The Queensland Department of Education and ThomsonAdsett).
- Responsive and resilient: Underwood social housing (The Queensland Department of Housing and Public Works and Archipelago).
LUDA Commendations included
- Distinctive: Fo Guang Shan Chung Tian Temple Stage 2
- Distinctive: Rochedale South Plaza and Rochedale Residences
- People Focused and Connected: St Coco Cafe
- People Focused and Connected: MultiLink Community Hub
- People Focused and Connected: Everleigh by Mirvac
Thanks to the LUDA sponsors who made the event possible
- Gold Sponsor – TLCC
- Silver Sponsors – EPOCA Constructions, Archipelago, Bligh Tanner, Colin Biggers & Paisley Lawyers
- Bronze Sponsors – QUT, Stockland, Veitch Lister Consulting, dotdash
For more information about the Logan Urban Design Awards, go to Logan Urban Design Awards
This month Logan City Council celebrated some big wins at the 2025 PIA Queensland Awards for Planning Excellence.
Overall Winner | Community Wellbeing & Diversity Award for Excellence
The City of Logan was the Overall Winner, for the UN-Habitat Quality of Life Pioneer City Initiative, as well as the Community Wellbeing & Diversity Award for Excellence.
The UN-Habitat Quality of Life Pioneer City Initiative by Logan City Council sets a new standard for evidence led, socially sustainable planning aimed at tackling planning and social issues in the local government area.
Using advanced datasets and tools, Logan City Council established a 2024 baseline and live dashboards across nine wellbeing domains. This
rigorous evidence base revealed precise, actionable insights, enabling Council to target interventions that improve access, safety, equity and cohesion through its corporate planning and budget processes. The judges commended Council for this deeply data-led and visionary approach to
planning, that balances a robust evidence base with human-centric decision making.
Council also received two commendations in the following categories for the Logan Centres Implementation Program:
Improving Planning Processes
The Logan Place Plan is commended for its exemplary integration of place-making principles into the city’s planning framework, driving economic transformation through coordinated urban design, public space activation and strategic investment. This initiative demonstrates a thoughtful blend of non[1]statutory planning policies, aligning infrastructure planning with community-scale placemaking. Its originality lies in the multi-scalar approach— from tactical interventions to city-wide strategies—delivered through a robust framework that has been successfully implemented over several years. The project reflects high-quality outcomes supported by strong internal alignment across Council departments and a substantial financial commitment. While its strategic alignment is primarily local, the model showcases how planning can be used to elevate urban environments and community identity.
Wendy Chadwick Encouragement Award Commendation
The Logan Centres Implementation Program is an outstanding example of in-house planning excellence, demonstrating skill, clarity of purpose, and effective coordination across multiple sites and a diverse range of stakeholders. The Judges recognised the complexity of the planning, design, delivery, and ongoing implementation, and commended the team for successfully navigating these challenges. Central to the project’s success was a strong focus on community engagement, which informed both delivery and ongoing implementation. The program has achieved excellent placemaking outcomes, maximising impact within available budgets and setting a high standard for integrated, community-focused urban planning.
Community Wellbeing & Diversity
The Wilbur Street Youth Centre also received a commendation
The Wilbur Street Youth Centre is an exemplary initiative that showcases how planning can directly improve the health, wellbeing and resilience of young people. Delivered through collaboration between Logan City Council, the Queensland and Australian Governments, and Rekon Youth Org, the project transformed an underutilised site in an established commercial centre into a vibrant, inclusive hub for youth development and community connection. The centre provides safe spaces for recreation, learning and cultural expression, with facilities ranging from sporting and creative activity areas to mentoring and training programs. Importantly, the design and programming were shaped through strong engagement with local young people, ensuring the centre reflects their aspirations, needs, and identity.
Visit the PIA Awards website for the full list of winners and commendations
In a huge coup for Logan, the legendary New Zealand Warriors rugby league team will set up a training academy and community program in the City of Logan, as part of a partnership with Logan City Council.
The academy will offer an elite training and talent identification program, as well as a community program to help young people connect with sport and career opportunities outside football.
Mayor Jon Raven said the league world would have its eyes on Logan as the mighty Warriors set up their new home-away-from-home base at the Logan Metro Sports Park in Browns Plains.
‘So many league legends have come from Logan and we’re thrilled to welcome the Warriors to our city to nurture more NRL stars of the future,’ Mayor Raven said.
‘Logan is the leading rugby league nursery in the nation and has one of the largest populations of people of New Zealand and Pacific Island descent outside of Auckland.
‘The Warriors are known for their strong community connections and supporting development opportunities for young people, which are values we love here in Logan – the youngest, most diverse and fastest growing city in Queensland.’
New Zealand Warriors Chief Executive Officer Cameron George said they would be establishing a permanent staff in Logan to work closely with the community.
‘As a club, we focus on the person first and foremost. It’s not just about footy – it’s about providing opportunities to all young people so they can reach their potential,’ he said.
‘Our elite academy for boys and girls in Logan will provide a direct pathway to the New Zealand Warriors NRL and NRLW teams.
‘Through the community program we’ll also be offering come-and-try days, school visits and talent identification.’
Logan City Council will provide the Warriors with access to facilities such as fields and office space.
The program will work directly with local rugby league clubs, supporting local coaches and players with a direct connection to an NRL team, and building the game in Logan.
Local sponsor of the Warriors and Ausbuild Managing Director Matt Bell said the partnership would provide career opportunities for young people.
‘Sport can be a great way to make connections with community and find employment opportunities, including apprenticeships and jobs,’ he said.
‘Ausbuild has a history of working with clubs to build pathways for young people and we’re excited to join with the Warriors and Logan City Council.’
Logan City Council will host a community day when the full Warriors squad is here for their Captain’s Run on Friday, August 22 at the Logan Metro Sports Park in Browns Plains ahead of their game against the Gold Coast Titans.
The Warriors will be signing autographs and entry is free. Fans can register to attend here.
Logan City Council collects key economic statistics and information to measure how the city is performing. This information has been compiled into the 2023/24 Economic Update. Most of the data is from the end June 2024 reporting period, but is noted if the data set contains data from different time periods. Links to relevant data sources are included where possible.
View the City of Logan Economic Update 2023-24 pdf
Key Economic Indicators
Gross Regional Product (GRP)
The City of Logan’s Gross Regional Product (GRP) at June 2024 was $18.24 billion, an increase of 2.6% since June 2023.
Growth has continued to moderate since the post-COVID surge. The state Gross State Product growth for the same period was 2.95%.
The reduction in GRP growth rate can be attributed to a downturn in Manufacturing, Accommodation and Food Services, and Retail Trade in the city.
| Year (ending 30 June) | GRP ($m) | % change from previous year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18,242 | +2.6 |
| 2023 | 17,780 | +4.92 |
| 2022 | 16,946 | +6.83 |
| 2021 | 15,863 | +7.64 |
| 2020 | 14,737 | -1.14 |
| 2019 | 14,907 | +2.08 |
Industry
Health Care and Social Assistance has overtaken Construction as the biggest industry by economic contribution, generating $2.07 billion in 2023/24. Total output by this industry is $2.96 billion, whereas the output of the Construction industry is $7.88 billion.
Manufacturing is the city’s biggest exporter with a value of $1.14 billion (+345 million since 2022/23). Primary Metal and Metal Product Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing, Wood Product Manufacturing and Transport Equipment Manufacturing make up the majority of this industry.
- Healthcare and social assistance
$2.07 billion
(+$99.8 million from 2022/23) - Construction
$2.07 billion
(+$29 million from 2022/23) - Manufacturing
$1.34 billion
(-$19.6 million from 2022/23) - Retail Trade
$1.13 billion
(+$13.8 million from 2022/23)
Growth industries include
- Education and Training: $1.02 billion (+$47 million from 2022/23)
- Repair and Maintenance: $453 million (+$46 million from 2022/23)
- Transport, postal and warehousing: $954 million (+$44 million from 2022/23)
- Public Administration and Safety: $722 million (+$36 million from 2022/23)
Five industries saw a reduction in value added in the 12 months to June 2024
- Wholesale Trade: $938 million (-$81 million)
- Accommodation and Food Services: $415 million (-$25.7 million)
- Manufacturing: $1.34 billion (-$19.6 million)
- Administrative and Support Services: $539 million (-$16.5 million)
- Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services: $310 million (-$11 million)
The top performing industries over the last 5 years are
- Health Care and Social Assistance: +$679m
- Construction: +$511m
- Rental, Hiring and Real Estate Services: +$166m
- Transport, Postal and Warehousing: +$145m
- Public Administration and Safety: +$144m
- Education and Training: +$143m
Employment
The top employing industries as at June 2024
- Health Care and Social Assistance – 24,537 jobs (+1,169 from June 2023)
- Construction – 18,733 jobs (+1,414)
- Retail Trade – 15,319 jobs (+235)
- Education and Training – 13,877 jobs (+586)
Job growth industries include
- Manufacturing – 9,542 jobs (+653 from 2022/23)
- Public Administration and Safety – 6,148 jobs (+419)
- Repair and Maintenance – 3,610 jobs (+310)
- Transport, Postal and Warehousing – 6,554 jobs (+241)
Local Jobs
There were 132,383 jobs located in the City of Logan in the year ending June 2024. This represents a 4.41% increase from 126,786 jobs at June 2023.
Logan has recorded strong local jobs growth of 20% from June 2020 to June 2024. Local jobs growth has exceeded population growth for the last 4 years, as well as being above the Queensland average jobs growth rate for the last decade, excluding the COVID year in 2020.
| Year (ending 30 June) | Local jobs | % change from previous year |
| 2024 | 132,383 | +4.41 |
| 2023 | 126,786 | +5.26 |
| 2022 | 120,446 | +6.26 |
| 2021 | 113,346 | +2.65 |
| 2020 | 110,415 | -1.54 |
| 2019 | 112,142 | +1.75 |
The 2021 Census data showed that for the 102,853 local jobs in the city, 59% of those were occupied by Logan residents. The other 41% of workers live in other Council areas and commute into the city for work. Main residential locations include Brisbane (20.4%), Gold Coast (8.7%), Redland (4.2%) and Ipswich (3.6%).
Local workers
Of the 151,633 employed Logan residents in the 2021 Census data, 40% live and work in the City of Logan, 54.1% travel outside the city for work, and 5.9% have no fixed place of work. Brisbane was the main employment centre, with 57,120 (37.7%) Logan residents travelling to the Brisbane Council area for work.
Employed locals
There were 191,637 Logan residents in employment at June 2024. This is a 5.2% increase from 182,245 from June 2023.
Unemployment (Dec 2024 data)
The unemployment rate hit its lowest point in March 2024 at 4.6% and began to trend upwards before dipping again in the December 2024 quarter.
| Unemployment Rate % | Change in % points | |||||
| Period: Quarter | Dec-23 | Mar-24 | Jun-24 | Sep-24 | Dec-24 | Dec 23 to Dec 24 |
| Australia | 3.7 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 4.0 | 4.0 | +8% |
| Queensland | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 0 |
| Brisbane | 3.6 | 3.7 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.7 | +3% |
| Gold Coast | 3.2 | 3.6 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.5 | +9% |
| Ipswich | 4.6 | 4.8 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 5.6 | +22% |
| Moreton Bay | 5.2 | 5.5 | 5.4 | 5.2 | 4.8 | -8% |
| Redland | 3.9 | 3.6 | 3.4 | 3.2 | 3 | -23% |
| Scenic Rim | 3.9 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.5 | +15% |
| City of Logan | 4.7 | 4.6 | 5.2 | 5.8 | 5.4 | +15% |
Areas with the lowest unemployment rate
- Cornubia – Carbrook – 1.7%
- Shailer Park – 1.9%
- Flagstone (West) – New Beith – 2.1%
- Daisy Hill – 2.2%
- Wolffedene – Bahrs Scrub – 2.2%
- Springwood – 2.3%
- Logan Village – 2.3%
- Rochdale South – Priestdale – 2.5%
Areas with the highest unemployment rate
- Logan Central – 20.9%
- Woodridge – 17.9%
- Kingston – 16.2%
- Loganlea – 9.7%
- Slacks Creek – 9.7%
Areas with most improved unemployment rate over the last 12 months
- Munruben – Park Ridge South (2.9% to 2.6%) -10%
- Daisy Hill (2.2%) unchanged
The Youth Unemployment Rate for Logan – Beaudesert was 11.5% at March 2025. The youth unemployment rate began to climb in December 2023, peaking at 14.2% in Sept 2024 before tracking back down into 2025.
Note the Youth Unemployment Rate is measured at the Statistical Area 4 (SA4) level which includes Beaudesert and south to the QLD/NSW border.
Local Businesses
There was a net increase of 771 local businesses from June 2023 to June 2024, to 27,816 businesses. The highest amount of new businesses were in the Transport, Postal and Warehousing, Construction, and Healthcare and Social Assistance industries.
97.6% of businesses in Logan are sole traders or small businesses (less than 20 employees).
Number of businesses by turnover
- Zero to less than $50k – 6,096
- $50k to less than $200k – 10,153
- $200k to less than $2m – 9,587
- $2m to less than $5m – 1,138
- $5m to less than $10m – 422
- $10m or more – 420
Number of businesses by employment size
- Non employing – 17,135
- 1-4 employees – 7,611
- 5-19 employees – 2,400
- 20-199 employees – 647
- 200+ employees – 23
Population
The Estimated Resident Population of the City of Logan is 392,339 as at June 2024. This is a 3.9% increase from 2022/23 and makes Logan the fastest growing LGA in Queensland. The 5-year average growth rate is 3.8%.
| LGA | Population 2023 | Population 2024 | Difference 2024-2023 | % increase |
| City of Logan | 377,724 | 392,339 | 14,615 | 3.9 |
| Ipswich | 251,105 | 259,886 | 8,781 | 3.5 |
| Sunshine Coast | 365,936 | 375,328 | 9,392 | 2.6 |
| Brisbane | 1,323,481 | 1,355,640 | 32,159 | 2.4 |
| Moreton Bay | 510,063 | 522,494 | 12,431 | 2.4 |
| Gold Coast | 666,108 | 681,389 | 15,281 | 2.3 |
| Redland | 166,799 | 170,225 | 3,426 | 2.1 |
| Scenic Rim | 45,245 | 46,036 | 791 | 1.7 |
Estimated population growth is highest in the following SA2 areas
- Chambers Flat – Logan Reserve – +19.1% [Highest growth rate in QLD]
- Greenbank – North Maclean – +12.8%
- Yarrabilba – +10.7%
- Wolffdene – Bahrs Scrub – +8%
- Boronia Heights – Park Ridge – +7.6%
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Moreton Bay and Logan were the top 4 LGA’s in QLD for overseas migration. Logan also tops the internal migration figure for QLD (people moving from within Australia) with +7,183 persons. As with last year, we are second nationally in this figure to Melton in Victoria.
Logan has the 3rd highest population density in QLD (behind Brisbane and the Gold Coast).
Tourism
The tourism industry is worth $879 million to Logan’s economy and employs almost 10,000 staff both directly and indirectly. Total output/sales was $1.73 billion in 2023/24 which was a 8.4% increase from 2022/23.
Logan had 1.53 million visitors to the city in 2023/24.
Tourism Research Australia has recommenced measurements of International visitor nights, and Logan has recorded 1.56 million international visitor nights in the city in 2023/24, which is an increase from 1.21 million when last recorded in 2018/19. Visiting Friends and Relatives (VFR) is the dominant market for international visitors to the city (64%) followed by Holiday (26%).
Logan had 1.2 million daytrip visitors to the city in 2023/24, up 4.1% from 2022/23.
Development Activity Highlights
- $2.18 billion estimated construction value of Building Completions in 2023/24, up 35% from $1.62 billion in 2022/23.
- 345,153m² new non-residential Gross Floor Area (GFA) space completed in 2023/24 (excludes mixed use), which is a 36% increase from 2022/23.
- The biggest increases in non-residential growth occurred in Warehouse, Distribution & Logistics with 205,399m² of new floor space (GFA).
- $432,560,566 estimated construction value of new non-residential work (based on Building Approvals – excludes mixed-use, demolitions, alterations and fit-outs).
- 4,275 net new dwellings added to the city’s housing stock in 2023/24. This is an increase from 4,166 dwellings added in 2022/23. Of these additional dwellings, the most popular dwelling type was a stand-alone house, followed by a house with a secondary dwelling/auxiliary unit.
- $369,742 median construction cost for a stand-alone house, up from $309,680 in 2022/23.
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- $2.28 billion estimated construction value of all new Building Approvals for 2023/24, up 8% from $2.11 billion in 2022/23.
- The City of Logan has more land available for residential development than any other LGA in South East Queensland. Latest figures estimate 8153 broad hectares of supply.
- 137,876 dwellings The South East Queensland Regional Plan 2023 (ShapingSEQ), states that the City of Logan is required to accommodate an additional 110,200 dwellings from 2021 to 2046. By June 2024, 137,876 residential dwellings were recorded in Logan with a growth of 12,176 dwellings from 2021. Based on these updated figures, Logan is required to now facilitate an additional 98,024 residential dwellings by 2046 (approx 4456 dwellings per year).
Top 5 suburbs for residential dwelling completions were
- Greenbank – 856
- Logan Reserve – 746
- Yarrabilba – 582
- Park Ridge – 414
- Jimboomba – 337
Real Estate
Median house prices range from $450,000 in Woodridge to $1.56 million for Carbrook.
The City of Logan has seen median house prices rise by 61.63 per cent from $430,000 in January 2020 to reach a peak of $695,000 in August 2024. In the 12 months to August 2024, house prices grew at 12.10 per cent. This is similar to neighbouring LGA’s.
Logan saw the highest growth in unit prices in Greater Brisbane, with prices rising 81.42 per cent from $226,000 in January 2020 to reach $410,000 in August 2024. With growth of 22.39 per cent in the 12 months to August 2024, unit price growth significantly surpassed that of houses.
Census Comparison Data
To see changes to the City of Logan’s demographic data from the 2016 Census to the 2021 Census, see our fact sheet.
Sources
Australian Bureau of Statistics, Counts of Australian Businesses, including Entries and Exits, 2017 to 2024
Australian Bureau of Statistics, Estimated Resident Population (ERP) and components by Local Government Area 2017 to 2024
Economy.id industry structure and industry sector profiles use a National Accounts regional econometric model developed by National Institute of Economic and Industry Research (NIEIR) economy.id.com.au
Urban Research & Monitoring Unit, Economic Development and City Planning Branch, Logan City Council
Small Area Labour Markets Australia, Australian Government, Department of Employment, Skills, Small & Family Business, ABS State Details
Queensland Government Statistician’s Office – Regional youth unemployment
M3 Property – Brisbane Residential Property Overview December 2024
*Many of the datasets in this economic profile are underpinned by the NIEIR-ID economic model, which is updated each financial year. As benchmarks are changed every year, this can affect historical figures.
The new Rochedale station and park ‘n’ ride is now open.
Routes 551, 555, N555, 561, 573, 575, 576, 577 and P581 are now travelling to and from Springwood on the South East Busway and stopping at the new Rochedale station for a smoother, more convenient and reliable ride.
At the station, buses are running every five minutes during peak periods or 15 minutes all other times, to and from Brisbane.
Rochedale station includes a new park ‘n’ ride with parking up to 485 parking spaces, including nine accessible spaces.
There’s also a kiss ‘n’ ride bay for kerbside drop-off and pick-ups, making it easier to connect to your bus.
The station is connected to the new cycleway and shared pathways, which connect to the Veloway V1. If you choose to cycle to the station, there’s secure undercover storage for up to 30 bikes.
The modern station is fully accessible with tactile flooring, station announcements, audio loops, and digital displays.
Quality lighting, CCTV security, and weather protection also contribute to a safe and comfortable journey.
For more information, visit the Translink website.
Logan City Council’s blueprint for managing growth, housing and infrastructure in the City of Logan over the coming decades has reached another milestone.
The city’s updated planning scheme – Logan Plan – will be reviewed by the Queensland Government ahead of the community having a chance to comment later this year through a formal consultation phase.
Mayor Jon Raven said Logan Plan would help shape the city’s future.
“Over the next 15 years, Logan is set to experience incredible growth,” he said.
“We’re an affordable and attractive location for young families to live, work and play.
“The planning scheme is our strategic direction for housing, infrastructure, the local economy and jobs, community needs and the environment.
“We are going to see great things happen as our city grows and we prepare for 2032 and beyond.”
The first draft of Logan Plan was submitted to the Queensland Government in September 2023.
It has been refined to align with the updated regional plan ShapingSEQ 2023 and state interests, but requires ministerial approval to proceed to community consultation.
While this review phase happens, Council will begin preparing for the 8-week consultation period in late-2025.
“I really encourage everyone in our city to give feedback when we reach that point,” Mayor Raven said.
“We’ll have lots of different ways for people to learn more and share their thoughts about Logan Plan, including in-person sessions, and a range of digital options.
“We are shaping the city for generations to come.
“The way for you to leave your legacy is to look at what is planned and let us know what works – and what doesn’t.”
People interested in finding out more about Logan Plan, or signing up for a mailing list to get notifications about next steps, can go to Logan Plan – Logan City Council and go to the “get involved” section.
Logan City Council collects key economic statistics and information to measure how the city is performing. This information has been compiled into the 2022/23 Economic Analysis Report. Most of the data is from the end June 2023 reporting period, but is noted if the data set contains data from different time periods. Links to relevant data sources are included where possible.
Key Economic Indicators
Gross Regional Product (GRP)
The City of Logan’s Gross Regional Product (GRP) at June 2023 was $16.45 billion, an increase of 3.5% since June 2022.
Growth has moderated since the post-COVID surge, but is still higher than the state average of 2.4%. Additionally the City of Logan’s GRP as a percentage of Gross State Product is the highest it has ever been at 3.54%.
Growth in Logan is being driven by construction, manufacturing, and health care and social assistance industries.
| Year (ending 30 June) | GRP ($m) | % change from previous year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 16,449 | +3.48 |
| 2022 | 15,896 | +6.13 |
| 2021 | 14,979 | +7.43 |
| 2020 | 13,943 | -1.50 |
| 2019 | 14,155 | +1.99 |
Industry
Construction continues to be the biggest industry in the city by economic output, generating $6.7 billion in 2022/23 – however output has fallen by $415 million from June 22 (adjusted for inflation). Manufacturing has also seen a reduction in output, as has the Retail Trade sector and Public Administration and Safety.
- Construction – $6.7 billion (-$415 million from 2021/22)
- Manufacturing – $4.18 billion (-$97 million)
- Health Care and Social Assistance – $2.65 billion (+$230 million)
- Transport, Postal and Warehousing – $2.01 billion (+$112 million)
Three industries saw a reduction of output in the 12 months to June 2023
- Manufacturing: $4.18 billion (-$97 million)
- Public Administration and Safety: $1.01 billion (-$21 million)
- Retail Trade: $1.59 billion (-$8 million)
The top performing industries over the last 5 years are
- Manufacturing: +$2.33 billion
- Health Care and Social Assistance: +$915 million
- Rental, Hiring and Real Estate Services: +$389 million
- Transport, Postal and Warehousing: +$266 million
- Public Administration and Safety: +$244 million
Retail Trade is the only industry with a lower output figure than 2018, down $18 million over the 5-year period, which is only 1%.
Manufacturing is the city’s biggest exporter with a value of $1.96 billion. Food Manufacturing, Primary Metal and Metal Product Manufacturing, Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing, Petroleum and Coal Product Manufacturing, and Polymer Product and Rubber Product Manufacturing make up the majority of this industry.
Employment
The top employing industries as at June 2023
- Health Care and Social Assistance – 23,159 jobs (+2,694 from 2021/22)
- Construction – 17,346 jobs (+608)
- Retail Trade – 14,819 jobs (+249)
- Education and Training – 13,142 jobs (+931)
Local Jobs
There were 126,317 jobs located in the City of Logan in the year ending June 2023. This represents a 4.6% increase from 120,729 jobs at June 2022.
Logan has recorded strong local jobs growth of 14.8% from June 2018 to June 2023. Local jobs growth has cooled from its all-time high of 6.32% in 2022, down to 4.63% in June, but is still above the Queensland average of 3.66%.
| Year (ending 30 June) | Local jobs | % change from previous year |
| 2023 | 126,317 | +4.63 |
| 2022 | 120,729 | +6.32 |
| 2021 | 113,551 | +2.67 |
| 2020 | 110,599 | -1.04 |
| 2019 | 111,756 | +1.55 |
The 2021 Census data showed that for the 102,853 local jobs in the city, 59% of those were occupied by Logan residents. The other 41% of workers live in other Council areas and commute into the city for work. Main residential locations include Brisbane (20.4%), Gold Coast (8.7%), Redland (4.2%) and Ipswich (3.6%).
Local workers
Of the 151,633 employed Logan residents in the 2021 Census data, 40% live and work in the City of Logan, 54.1% travel outside the city for work, and 5.9% have no fixed place of work. Brisbane was the main employment centre, with 57,120 (37.7%) Logan residents travelling to the Brisbane Council area for work.
Employed locals
There were 181,794 Logan residents in employment at June 2023. This is a 6% increase from 171,502 from June 2022.
Unemployment (Dec 2023 data)
The unemployment rate has been trending downwards since September 2021 and is 4.7% for the December 2023 quarter, the lowest it has been for at least 10 years.
| Unemployment Rate % | Change in % points | |||||
| Period: Quarter | Dec-22 | Mar-23 | Jun-23 | Sep-23 | Dec-23 | Dec 22 to Dec 23 |
| Australia | 3.7% | 3.6% | 3.5% | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0% |
| Queensland | 3.9% | 3.8% | 3.7% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 4% |
| Brisbane | 3.2% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 3.4% | 3.5% | 9% |
| Gold Coast | 2.9% | 2.3% | 2.8% | 3.0% | 3.3% | 12% |
| Moreton Bay | 4.1% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 4.5% | 5.2% | 21% |
| Redland | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 3.6% | 3.9% | 41% |
| Ipswich | 6.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% | 4.8% | 4.5% | -42% |
| City of Logan | 6.5% | 6.4% | 5.7% | 4.9% | 4.7% | -38% |
Areas with the lowest unemployment rate
- Cornubia – Carbrook – 1.4%
- Shailer Park – 1.7%
- Wolffedene – Bahrs Scrub – 2.0%
- Rochdale South – Priestdale – 2.1%
- Springwood – 2.1%
- Daisy Hill – 2.2%
- Logan Village – 2.3%
Areas with the highest unemployment rate
- Logan Central – 16.5%
- Woodridge – 15.9%
- Kingston – 14.1%
- Loganlea – 8.4%
- Slacks Creek – 8.3%
Areas with most improved unemployment rate over the last 12 months
- Springwood (3.6% to 2.1%) -71%
- Mount Warren Park (5.5% to 3.3%) -67%
- Cornubia – Carbrook (2.3% to 1.4%) -64%
- Underwood (3.9% to 2.5%) -56%
- Loganholme – Tanah Merah (4.0% to 2.6%) -54%
The Youth Unemployment Rate for Logan – Beaudesert was 10.4% at April 2024. The youth unemployment rate started to drop during the 2022/23 financial year from 15.8% in June 2022 to 10.5% in June 2023. The rate has remained fairly stable during 2023/24 so far with the rate at its lowest in October 23 (8.5%) and travelling upward to 10.4% in April 2024.
Local Businesses
There was a net increase of 962 local businesses from June 2022 to June 2023, to 26,413 businesses. The highest amount of new businesses were in the Transport, Postal and Warehousing, Construction, and Healthcare and Social Assistance industries. 97.6% of businesses in Logan are sole traders or small businesses (less than 20 employees)
Number of businesses by turnover
- Zero to less than $50k – 5,582
- $50k to less than $200k – 9,716
- $200k to less than $2m – 8,969
- $2m to less than $5m – 1,084
- $5m to less than $10m – 386
- $10m or more – 376
Number of businesses by employment size
- Non employing – 15,906
- 1-4 employees – 7,559
- 5-19 employees – 2,315
- 20-199 employees – 606
- 200+ employees – 27
Population
The Estimated Resident Population of the City of Logan is 377,773 as at June 2023. This is a 4.1% increase from 2021/22 and makes Logan the fastest growing LGA in Queensland. The 5-year average growth is 3.1%.
| LGA | Population 2022 | Population 2023 | Difference 2023-2022 | % increase |
| City of Logan | 363,059 | 377,773 | 14,714 | 4.1 |
| Ipswich | 242,640 | 251,148 | 8,508 | 3.5 |
| Brisbane | 128,3432 | 1,323,162 | 39,730 | 3.1 |
| Gold Coast | 647,178 | 666,087 | 18,909 | 2.9 |
| Sunshine Coast | 355,904 | 365,942 | 10,038 | 2.8 |
| Moreton Bay | 496,772 | 510,104 | 13,332 | 2.7 |
| Scenic Rim | 44,331 | 45,248 | 917 | 2.1 |
| Redland | 163,729 | 166,809 | 3,080 | 1.9 |
Estimated population growth is highest in the following SA2 areas
- Chambers Flat – Logan Reserve – +18.4%
- Greenbank – North Maclean – +12.9%
- Boronia Heights – Park Ridge – +9.3%
- Yarrabilba – +7.9%
- Wolffdene – Bahrs Scrub – +7.7%
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Moreton Bay and Logan were the top 4 LGA’s for overseas migration. Logan had the highest amount of net internal migration in QLD and the 2nd highest nationally (more Australians are moving to Logan than any other Council area in Queensland, and 2nd nationally only behind Melton, VIC).
Logan has the 4th highest population density in QLD (behind Brisbane, Gold Coast and Weipa).
Development Activity Highlights
- Estimated construction value of Building Completions in 2022/23 was $1.59 billion, up 17% from $1.35 billion in 2021/22.
- 250,845m² of new non-residential Gross Floor Area (GFA) space completed in 2022/23 (excludes mixed use), which is a 8% decrease from 2021/22.
- The biggest increases in non-residential growth occurred in Warehouse, Distribution & Logistics with 180,107m² of new floor space (GFA).
- Estimated construction value of all new Building Approvals was $2.08 billion for 2022/23, up 10.8% from $1.87 billion in 2021/22.
- Estimated construction value of new non-residential work (based on Building Approvals) is $401,045,389 (excludes mixed-use, demolitions, alterations and fit-outs).
- Over 4,100 new dwellings have been added to the city’s housing stock (130,109 as at June 2022). This is a decrease from 4,500 dwellings added in 2021/22. Of these additional dwellings, the most popular dwelling type was a stand-alone house, followed by a house with a secondary dwelling/auxiliary unit.
- The medium construction value for residential dwellings continue to increase with the median cost of a stand-alone house increasing to $355,760 in 2022/23 from $303,250 in 2021/22.
- The average construction timeframes for residential dwellings continue to increase with a stand-alone home taking an average of 230 business days from approval to completion in 2022/23 which is an increase from 194 days in 2021/22.
- Logan is currently below our dwelling number targets that are set by the State Government’s SEQ Regional Plan. As at June 2023 the city has 134,040 dwellings moving towards 235,900 by 2046.
Top 5 suburbs for residential dwelling completions were
- Logan Reserve – 959
- Park Ridge – 546
- Greenbank – 475
- Yarrabilba – 281
- Flagstone – 208
Census Comparison Data
To see changes to the City of Logan’s demographic data from the 2016 Census to the 2021 Census, see our fact sheet.
Sources
Australian Bureau of Statistics, Counts of Australian Businesses, including Entries and Exits, 2017 to 2023
Australian Bureau of Statistics, Estimated Resident Population (ERP) and components by Local Government Area 2017 to 2023
Economy.id industry structure and industry sector profiles use a National Accounts regional econometric model developed by National Institute of Economic and Industry Research (NIEIR) economy.id.com.au
Urban Research & Monitoring Unit, Economic Development and City Planning Branch, Logan City Council
Small Area Labour Markets Australia, Australian Government, Department of Employment, Skills, Small & Family Business, ABS State Details
Queensland Government Statistician’s Office – Regional youth unemployment
*Many of the datasets in this economic profile are underpinned by the NIEIR-ID economic model, which is updated each financial year. As benchmarks are changed every year, this can affect historical figures.
