Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda's population, according to AreaSearch's analysis, is approximately 3,236 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 44 individuals, a 1.4% rise from the 2021 Census population of 3,192 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 3,216 reported by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 38 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 81 persons per square kilometer, indicating significant space per person with potential for further development. Overseas migration contributed approximately 69.6% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth in the area.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are used, released in 2023 with a base year of 2021. However, these state projections lack age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 using data from 2022. Considering projected demographic shifts, locations outside capital cities are anticipated to show lower quartile growth. Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda is expected to increase by 93 persons to reach a total population of approximately 3,329 by the year 2041, reflecting an overall increase of about 2.2% over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

The level of residential development activity in Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda has averaged approximately five new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 26 homes. As of FY-2025/26, one approval has been recorded. The population has fallen during this period, yet development activity has been adequate relative to the population decline, which is positive for buyers. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $657,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments.

In FY-2025/26, $1.3 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda shows substantially reduced construction activity, 62.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings, which is also under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. New development consists of 44.0% standalone homes and 56.0% townhouses or apartments, promoting more affordable entry points and suiting downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition, currently 66.0% houses, indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and demand for diverse, affordable housing options. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 551 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. Future projections estimate Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda to add 72 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate).

Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

The performance of an area can significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 14 such projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable among these are Army Aviation Program of Works at RAAF Base Townsville, Mater Private Hospital Townsville Relocation, Weststate Private Hospital project, and Lavarack Barracks Upgrades. The following list details those considered most relevant.

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Despite maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.6%, Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda has experienced recent job losses, resulting in a below average employment performance ranking when compared nationally

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda, as of September 2025, has an unemployment rate of 3.6%. It employs 1,534 residents with a participation rate matching Rest of Qld's 59.1%.

Key industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety. The area specialises in public administration & safety, with employment share at 1.9 times the regional level. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence, at 0.5% compared to 4.5% regionally. Over the year to September 2025, labour force levels remained stable while employment declined by 0.8%, raising unemployment by 0.8 percentage points.

In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment growth of 1.7%. State-level data to 25-Nov shows QLD's employment contracted by 0.01% with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National forecasts indicate Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda's employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda SA2 had median taxpayer income of $55,539 and average income of $75,581 in financial year 2022. This compares to Rest of Qld's figures of $50,780 and $64,844 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99%, estimated median income is approximately $63,309 and average income is $86,155 as of September 2025. Census data shows personal income at the 68th percentile ($910 weekly) and household income at the 43rd percentile. Income distribution reveals that 24.2% (783 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999. After housing expenses, 86.4% of income remains for other costs. Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda SA2's SEIFA income ranking is in the 6th decile.

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Belgian Gardens-Pallarenda's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 65.6% houses and 34.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Qld's 81.3% houses and 18.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Belgian Gardens-Pallarenda stood at 34.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.4% and rented ones at 33.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in the area was $280, lower than Non-Metro Qld's figure of $305. Nationally, Belgian Gardens-Pallarenda's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially lower at $280 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 59.9% of all households, consisting of 25.9% couples with children, 25.2% couples without children, and 8.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 40.1%, with lone person households at 35.9% and group households comprising 4.0%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda has a higher proportion of residents with university qualifications than the broader SA4 region and Queensland overall. Specifically, 36.2% of residents aged 15+ hold such qualifications, compared to 20.1% in the SA4 region and 20.6% in the rest of Queensland. This educational advantage is driven by a high number of residents with bachelor degrees (23.5%), postgraduate qualifications (9.4%), and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 31.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (21.8%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.7% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 6.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda has 23 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. Three different routes service these stops, offering a total of 258 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 173 meters to the nearest stop.

The services run frequently, with an average of 36 trips per day across all routes, equating to about 11 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda is lower than average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda faces significant health challenges, with a notable prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 57% of the total population (around 1,847 people), compared to 53.3% across the rest of Queensland.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 9.4% and 7.6% of residents respectively, while 68.0% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, which is similar to the 67.8% figure across the rest of Queensland. The area has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 23.2% (around 750 people), compared to 14.9% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Belgian Gardens-Pallarenda showed lower cultural diversity, with 87.9% citizens, 81.7% born in Australia, and 93.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 53.2%, compared to 52.7% regionally. The top three ancestral groups were English (29.8%), Australian (23.3%), and Irish (11.2%).

Notably, French, Scottish, and Italian ethnicities showed higher representation than regional averages: French at 0.9% vs 0.4%, Scottish at 9.1% vs 7.7%, and Italian at 3.9% vs 3.6%.

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda has a median age of 44 years, which is slightly higher than Queensland's average of 41 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 75-84 are particularly prominent, making up 9.4% of the population, while those aged 15-24 make up a smaller proportion at 10.6%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 7.2% to 9.4%, and the 25-34 cohort has grown from 9.5% to 11.6%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 13.9% to 12.3%, and the 85+ group has dropped from 4.5% to 3.1%. Population forecasts for Belgian Gardens - Pallarenda indicate significant demographic changes by 2041. The 25-34 cohort is projected to grow strongly at a rate of 29%, adding 108 residents to reach a total of 482. In contrast, population declines are forecasted for the 15-24 and 45-54 cohorts.