Insights and data
Gain a comprehensive, data driven understanding of the Redlands Coast economy through our City Profile and Data Hub.
This central resource brings together trusted economic, industry and community insights to support informed decision making. Whether you are a business owner, investor, researcher or resident, the Data Hub provides a clear picture of who we are, how our economy is performing, and where future opportunities lie.
Built on the latest census data, official statistics and independent economic modelling, this hub supports evidence based planning, investment attraction and meaningful engagement across the Redlands Coast.
Check the latest Economic Snapshot - October 2025 Edition 1(PDF, 273KB)
Economic and Community Profile
Redland City Council’s Economic and Community Profiles provide a foundational understanding of the Redlands Coast’s role within the broader regional and state economy.
These profiles support:
• Analysis of economic structure and performance
• Identification of strengths, challenges and growth opportunities
• Strategic planning for business, investment and community development
All information is derived from authoritative sources, including the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and Australia’s leading independent economic modellers, National Institute of Economic and Industry Research (NIEIR).
Explore our profiles
Data Snapshots
Our Data Snapshots provide concise, decision ready insights into the Redlands Coast economy and its industries.
Prepared by Redlands City Council’s Economic Strategy and Services Team, these snapshots draw on data from:
- National Institute of Economic and Industry Research (NIEIR)
- Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)
- Australian Business Register (ABR)
- CoreLogic and other trusted providers
These snapshots are designed to support:
- Business planning and feasibility
- Investment assessment
- Policy and strategy development
For strategies, frameworks and plans – including priority economic industries – please visit Redland City Council’s project, plans and opportunities.
Latest industry snapshots
Demographic and employment snapshots
These suburb specific snapshots provide a detailed view of population, workforce and employment characteristics across the Redlands Coast.
Prepared by Council’s Economic Development Team using 2021 ABS Census data, they support localised planning, workforce analysis and service delivery.
Available snapshots
- Alexandra Hills(PDF, 137KB)
- Birkdale(PDF, 135KB)
- Capalaba(PDF, 135KB)
- Cleveland(PDF, 135KB)
- Ormiston(PDF, 135KB)
- Redland Bay(PDF, 135KB)
- Sheldon – Mt Cotton(PDF, 135KB)
- Thornlands(PDF, 135KB)
- Thorneside(PDF, 135KB)
- Victoria Point(PDF, 135KB)
- Wellington Point(PDF, 135KB)
- North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah)(PDF, 135KB)
- Southern Moreton Bay Islands(PDF, 136KB)
- All Redland City's suburbs(PDF, 476KB)
- Map of Redland City's suburbs
Economic research
Our economic research provides deeper, data led analysis of market conditions, business confidence, workforce trends and policy impacts relevant to the Redlands Coast.
These insights help inform strategic decisions by Council, industry and the broader business community.
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