Bray Park

Bray Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

AreaSearch's analysis indicates Bray Park's population is approximately 10,810 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 539 people, a 5.2% rise from the 2021 Census which reported a population of 10,271. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,810 in June 2025 and an additional 35 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,407 persons per square kilometer, placing Bray Park in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 73.5% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth for the area.

AreaSearch adopts 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, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are used, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 and based on 2022 data. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth of national areas is anticipated. Bray Park is expected to increase by 87 persons to reach a population of approximately 11,097 by 2041, reflecting an overall gain of 0.8% in total over the 16-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Bray Park according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Bray Park has granted approximately 39 residential property approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, it approved 196 homes, with an additional 5 approved so far in FY26. The average number of new residents per year arriving for each new home over these years was around 1.1. This suggests a balanced supply and demand scenario, creating stable market conditions.

However, recent figures show this has increased to 6.7 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, indicating growing demand and tightening supply. The average construction value of development projects in Bray Park is $214,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY26, there have been $23.0 million worth of commercial development approvals recorded, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Bray Park shows approximately 75% of the construction activity per person and places among the 32nd percentile nationally in terms of assessed areas, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing properties. The new development consists of 48.0% detached houses and 52.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from the current housing pattern of 97.0% houses.

This trend towards denser development provides accessible entry options appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. Bray Park reflects a highly mature market with around 907 people per dwelling approval. Future projections estimate Bray Park will add 87 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.

Bray Park has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 19 projects that could impact this region. Notable ones include Les Hughes Sports Complex Master Plan Implementation, Les Hughes Sports Complex - Netball Clubhouse, John Bray Park Enhancement, and Samsonvale Road Residential Developments. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Bray Park has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Bray Park has a diverse workforce comprising both white and blue-collar jobs, with essential services sectors well-represented. As of December 2025, the unemployment rate was 8.2%, showing an estimated employment growth of 2.3% over the past year. In December 2025, 5,503 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 4.1% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation in Bray Park was on par with Greater Brisbane at 69.6%. According to Census responses, only 13.5% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade had a particularly high employment share of 1.2 times the regional level.

Professional & technical services had limited presence with only 5.6% employment compared to the regional average of 8.9%. The predominantly residential area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. During the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 2.3% and labour force increased by 1.9%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced higher employment growth of 3.2% and labour force growth of 3.0%, with a smaller drop in unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage point. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 projected that national employment would expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bray Park's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Bray Park SA2's median income among taxpayers was $52,001 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $59,634 during the same period. These figures are lower than Greater Brisbane's median and average incomes of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. By March 2026, estimates suggest Bray Park's median income will be approximately $57,908 and average income around $66,408, accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023. Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Bray Park rank modestly, between the 39th and 49th percentiles. Income distribution shows that 40.6% of individuals (4,388 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 earnings band, similar to the regional figure of 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Bray Park, with only 83.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 49th percentile.

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

Bray Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.9% houses and 3.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bray Park was 27.7%, similar to Brisbane metro, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.5% and rented ones at 28.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Bray Park was $1,668, lower than Brisbane's average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $390 compared to Brisbane's $380. Nationally, Bray Park's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,668 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents exceeded the national figure of $375 at $390.

Bray Park features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 78.4% of all households, including 36.2% couples with children, 25.9% couples without children, and 14.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.6%, with lone person households at 18.7% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Bray Park aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 15.4%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (30.5%). Educational participation is high at 29.3%, including primary education (10.7%), secondary education (9.1%), and tertiary education (3.8%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.7% in primary education, 9.1% 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

Bray Park has 60 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by six different routes that together facilitate 473 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents living an average of 156 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outside Bray Park, primarily using cars (85%), while 9% use trains. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional norm. Only 13.5% of residents work from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Each route averages 67 trips daily, leading to approximately seven weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Bray Park is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Bray Park faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 49% of Bray Park's total population (around 5,286 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, impacting 11.6% and 9.4% of residents respectively. Conversely, 62.7% of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Bray Park has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 16.4%, with 1,771 people, than Greater Brisbane's 15.1%. While health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, they generally align with national rankings for the broader population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Bray Park records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bray Park's cultural diversity aligns with the broader region, with 80.3% born in Australia, 88.4% being citizens, and 89.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Bray Park, accounting for 51.1%, compared to 47.8% in Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestral groups are English (28.5%), Australian (27.8%), and Irish (8.3%).

Notably, Samoan (1.2%) and Maori (1.2%) are overrepresented in Bray Park compared to regional averages of 0.9% and 1.1%, respectively. New Zealand ancestry is also slightly higher at 0.9%.

Bray Park's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Bray Park's median age is nearly 37 years, close to both Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Bray Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (14.5%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.8%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 75-84 has grown from 4.0% to 5.7%, while those aged 15-24 increased from 12.6% to 13.6%. Conversely, the population aged 65-74 has declined from 10.0% to 9.3%. By 2041, Bray Park's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 50%, adding 305 residents to reach 917. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 65% of population growth, indicating demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, the 65-74 and 15-24 age groups are projected to experience population declines.