Kingston (ACT)

Kingston lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Kingston's population stood at 7,479 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure represents a rise of 900 individuals, marking a 13.7% increase since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 6,579. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 7,472 in June 2025 and an additional 16 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 5,342 persons per square kilometer, placing Kingston among the top 10% of locations assessed by AreaSearch, indicating high demand for land in the area. Kingston's growth rate surpassed both the state's (8.3%) and SA4 region's figures, positioning it as a growth leader. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 78.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, using 2022 as the base year. By 2041, based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, Kingston is expected to experience a significant increase of 2,858 persons, reflecting an overall rise of 38.1% over the 16-year period.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Kingston when compared nationally

Kingston has received approximately 31 dwelling approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25157 homes were approved, with none yet recorded in FY-26. On average, 7.9 people have moved to Kingston each year for every dwelling built during these five years.

This supply lagging demand has led to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. New properties are constructed at an average cost of $98,000, below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options. In FY-26, commercial approvals totaling $10.1 million have been registered, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Kingston records about 56% of building activity per person and ranks among the 25th percentile nationally in terms of dwelling choices for buyers.

Recent development has consisted entirely of attached dwellings, catering to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers seeking accessible entry options into the market. With around 3779 people per dwelling approval, Kingston reflects a highly mature market. By 2041, Kingston is projected to grow by approximately 2851 residents, according to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth in the future.

Kingston has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36thth percentile nationally

Five projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to influence the local area's performance: Kingston Arts Precinct, Greenway Rise-The Establishment, Kingston Foreshore Precinct, and Griffith-Narrabundah Community Centre & Oval Upgrade. These projects are considered most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Kingston rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Kingston has a highly educated workforce with professional services well represented. The unemployment rate was 0.7% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.1%. As of December 2025, 5,595 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate stood at 3.1%, below the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation was high at 81.7%. According to Census responses, 14.3% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. The dominant employment sectors were public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and health care & social assistance. Kingston had a particular specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, construction showed lower representation at 2.8% compared to the regional average of 6.8%. While local employment opportunities exist, many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. In the 12-month period ending May-25, employment increased by 1.1%, and labour force grew by 1.2%, leading to a slight rise in unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project growth of 6.6% over five years and 12.9% over ten years for Kingston, with variations across industry sectors.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Kingston SA2 has exceptionally high national median assessed income at $102,775 and average income at $126,106. This contrasts with Australian Capital Territory's median income of $72,206 and average income of $85,981. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $113,505 (median) and $139,271 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family, and personal incomes in Kingston rank highly nationally, between the 90th and 99th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that 40.8% of locals (3,051 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 category, which aligns with the regional average of 34.3%. A significant 43.1% earn above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 16.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 88th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Kingston features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Kingston's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 3.0% houses and 96.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Australian Capital Territory's 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kingston was at 17.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.8% and rented ones at 51.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, lower than Australian Capital Territory's average of $2,080. Median weekly rent in Kingston was $510, higher than Australian Capital Territory's $450. Nationally, Kingston's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Kingston features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 48.3% of all households, including 10.7% couples with children, 30.9% couples without children, and 6.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 51.7%, with lone person households at 44.4% and group households comprising 7.2%. The median household size is 1.8 people, which is smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

Kingston performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

Kingston's residents aged 15+ have a higher university qualification rate of 71.5%, compared to Australia's 30.4% and the SA4 region's 46.8%. This indicates a significant educational advantage for Kingston. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 38.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (25.2%) and graduate diplomas (8.1%). Vocational pathways account for 15.1% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 8.0% and certificates at 7.1%.

Educational participation is high in Kingston, with 27.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.1% in tertiary education, 4.5% in primary education, and 3.5% pursuing secondary education.

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Kingston has 25 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 47 individual routes, facilitating 3,021 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents typically residing within 200 meters of the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward. The car remains the primary mode of transport at 67%, while walking accounts for 14% and bus travel makes up 10%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.7 per dwelling, lower than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 14.3% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 431 trips per day, translating to approximately 120 weekly trips per individual stop.

Kingston's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Kingston's health outcomes show excellent results, according to AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Approximately 80% of Kingston's total population (5,975 people) have private health cover, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 62.4%, and significantly above the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.8% and 8.6% of residents respectively. A total of 71.8% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, slightly higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 70.2%. The under-65 population in Kingston demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 14.5% of residents aged 65 and over (1,084 people), with health outcomes among seniors being particularly strong and ranking even higher than the general population nationally.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Kingston was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kingston has a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 26.9% of its population born overseas and 18.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Kingston, making up 34.0% of its population. Judaism is overrepresented in Kingston compared to the Australian Capital Territory, comprising 0.7% versus 0.2%.

The top three ancestry groups in Kingston are English (25.8%), Australian (19.9%), and Irish (11.0%). Notably, French (1.2%) Welsh (0.8%), and Russian (0.6%) ethnicities are also overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.5%, 0.6%, and 0.3% respectively.

Kingston's population is younger than the national pattern

Kingston's median age is 35 years, matching the Australian Capital Territory figure but slightly lower than Australia's 38 years. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Kingston has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (28.6%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (3.9%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.6%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the population of those aged 75-84 has grown from 3.3% to 5.5%, while the 35-44 age group increased from 18.3% to 20.3%. Conversely, the 15-24 age group has declined from 9.2% to 7.4%, and the 25-34 age group decreased from 30.4% to 28.6%. Population forecasts for Kingston in 2041 indicate significant demographic shifts, with the strongest projected growth in the 35-44 age cohort, expected to increase by 36% to reach 2,063 residents.