Boronia Heights - Park Ridge

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

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge's population was around 28,509 as of Nov 2025. This showed an increase of 9,343 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 19,166. The change was inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 25,707 in June 2024 and an additional 2,759 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a density ratio of 892 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth of 48.7% since the 2021 census exceeded both national (8.9%) and state averages, marking it as a significant growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 81.7% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Looking ahead, exceptional growth is predicted over the period to 2041, with the area expected to grow by 17,725 persons, reflecting an increase of 52.3% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Boronia Heights - Park Ridge was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge has averaged approximately 627 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, with a total of 3,137 homes approved between FY-21 and FY-25. As of FY-26369 dwellings have been approved so far. This area has seen an average of 3.1 new residents per year arriving for each dwelling constructed over the past five financial years.

Demand significantly exceeds new supply, which typically leads to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average development cost of new dwellings in this area is $207,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totaled $51.5 million, indicating robust local business investment. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Boronia Heights - Park Ridge shows 95.0% higher construction activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods.

This activity is significantly above the national average, reflecting strong developer interest in the area. New development consists of 85.0% standalone homes and 15.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low-density nature with an emphasis on detached housing that attracts space-seeking buyers. With around 54 people per approval, Boronia Heights - Park Ridge reflects a developing area. According to AreaSearch quarterly estimates, the population is forecasted to grow by 14,923 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 60 projects potentially impacting the region. Notable projects include Queensland Energy Roadmap Infrastructure, Madison Park Estate, Chambers Flat Road Upgrade (Park Ridge Road to Derby Road), and Park Lane Reserve (formerly Park Ridge Master Planned Community). The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Boronia Heights - Park Ridge maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent.

The unemployment rate was 3.7% in September 2025, below Greater Brisbane's 4.0%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.0%. There were 13,095 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 0.3% lower than Greater Brisbane's. Workforce participation was 60.3%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%.

Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Transport, postal & warehousing has a strong representation at 1.8 times the regional level, while professional & technical is lower at 4.2% versus the regional average of 8.9%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. During the year to September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.0%, labour force by 3.0%, causing a fall in unemployment rate by 1.0 percentage points. Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.8% and unemployment fell by 0.5 percentage points. State-level data from 25-Nov shows Queensland employment contracted by 0.01%. National employment forecasts suggest a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with variations between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Boronia Heights - Park Ridge's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows Boronia Heights - Park Ridge SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $52,258 and an average of $58,841. This was below the national average. Greater Brisbane, meanwhile, had a median income of $55,645 and an average of $70,520. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, estimates as of September 2025 would be approximately $59,569 (median) and $67,073 (average). Census data indicates household, family and personal incomes in Boronia Heights - Park Ridge rank modestly, between the 33rd and 37th percentiles. The largest income segment comprises 36.5% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, with 10,405 residents falling into this category. This reflects patterns seen at regional levels where 33.3% occupy the same range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Boronia Heights - Park Ridge, with only 81.1% of income remaining, ranking at the 29th percentile.

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge had 86.2% houses and 13.7% other dwellings in its latest Census evaluation, compared to Brisbane metro's 89.2% houses and 10.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Boronia Heights - Park Ridge stood at 24.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.9% and rented ones at 43.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,616, exceeding the Brisbane metro average of $1,600. The median weekly rent was $360, matching the Brisbane metro figure. Nationally, Boronia Heights - Park Ridge's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were below the national figure of $375.

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 73.5% of all households, including 31.0% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 15.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 26.5%, with lone person households at 22.8% and group households comprising 3.7%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 3.0.

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate is 16.3%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 40.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (30.4%). Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 11.5% in primary, 8.0% in secondary, and 3.8% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge has 59 active public transport stops operating within its area. These stops are served by a mix of buses along eight individual routes, providing a total of 922 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility in the region is rated as limited, with residents typically located 637 meters from their nearest transport stop.

The service frequency averages 131 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Boronia Heights - Park Ridge is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge faces significant health challenges with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across all age groups but to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 49% of the total population (~13,997 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 9.0 and 9.0% of residents respectively, while 67.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The area has 13.6% of residents aged 65 and over (3,880 people), which is higher than the 12.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges requiring more attention than the broader population.

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Boronia Heights-Park Ridge has a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 24.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 33.2% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Boronia Heights-Park Ridge, accounting for 44.0% of people. However, the group 'Other' is notably overrepresented at 5.4%, compared to 2.7% across Greater Brisbane.

The top three represented ancestry groups are English (26.0%), Australian (22.8%), and Other (13.6%). Notably, Maori (2.8%) and Samoan (2.5%) groups are overrepresented in Boronia Heights-Park Ridge compared to regional figures of 3.2% and 3.0%, respectively. New Zealand ancestry is slightly underrepresented at 1.3%.

Boronia Heights - Park Ridge hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Boronia Heights-Park Ridge has a median age of 31 years, which is younger than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Boronia Heights-Park Ridge has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (18.6%) but fewer residents aged 45-54 (9.4%). According to post-2021 Census data, the population aged 35-44 has increased from 12.2% to 14.3%, while the 65-74 age group has decreased from 8.1% to 6.9% and the 55-64 age group has dropped from 8.8% to 7.7%. Demographic modeling indicates that by 2041, Boronia Heights-Park Ridge's age profile will change significantly, with the 45-54 age cohort projected to grow considerably, increasing by 1,987 people (74%) from 2,668 to 4,656.