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

As of November 2025, Bray Park's population is approximately 10,762. This figure represents an increase of 491 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 10,271. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,743 in June 2024 and 37 validated new addresses added post-Census. This results in a population density ratio of 2,396 persons per square kilometer, placing Bray Park in the upper quartile relative to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 70.5% of Bray Park's overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 from 2023, based on 2021 data, are adopted. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Future population trends indicate lower quartile growth for statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch. Bray Park is expected to expand by 227 persons to reach a total of 10,989 by 2041, reflecting an increase of 1.9% over the 17-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 received approximately 39 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 196 homes. As of FY26, four approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.1 new residents arrive annually for each new home built between FY21 and FY25, suggesting balanced supply and demand with stable market conditions. However, this has increased to 6.7 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, indicating growing demand and tightening supply. The average construction cost of new properties is $214,000, below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options.

This year, $23.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered, showing moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Bray Park has about three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 32nd percentile nationally, resulting in relatively limited buyer choice and supporting interest in existing homes. New building activity consists of 48% detached houses and 52% attached dwellings, reflecting a trend towards denser development that caters to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This shift contrasts with the area's current housing composition, which is 97% houses, indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles. Bray Park has approximately 907 people per dwelling approval, showing an established market.

By 2041, it is projected to gain 208 residents based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Bray Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 20 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects 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's workforce is balanced across white and blue collar jobs with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 8.2% as of September 2021, with an estimated employment growth of 5.1% over the past year.

As of September 2025, 5,523 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 4.2%, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Bray Park is similar to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. The leading employment industries among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade has a notably high concentration with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average.

Professional & technical services have limited presence, with only 5.6% of employment compared to the regional average of 8.9%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 5.1% while labour force increased by 5.0%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. In comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 3.8%, labour force expand by 3.3%, and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that while national employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Bray Park's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that Bray Park SA2 has an income below the national average. The median assessed income is $49,053 and the average income stands at $56,384. In contrast, Greater Brisbane has a median income of $55,645 and an average income of $70,520. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Bray Park would be approximately $55,916 (median) and $64,272 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Bray Park rank modestly, between the 39th and 49th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that the largest segment comprises 40.6% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (4,369 residents), which is consistent with broader trends across the region showing 33.3% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Bray Park, with only 83.9% of income remaining, ranking at the 49th percentile.

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

In Bray Park, as per the latest Census evaluation, 96.9% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 3.2% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This differed from Brisbane's metropolitan area where 78.9% of dwellings were houses and 21.2% were other dwellings. Home ownership in Bray Park stood at 27.7%, with mortgaged properties at 43.5% and rented dwellings at 28.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Bray Park was $1,668, higher than Brisbane's metro average of $1,625. The median weekly rent in Bray Park was $390, compared to Brisbane's metro figure of $360. Nationally, Bray Park's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863 while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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 comprise the remaining 21.6%, with lone person households at 18.7% and group households making up 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 prominent, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (30.5%). Educational participation is high, with 29.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 10.7% in primary, 9.1% in secondary, and 3.8% in tertiary education.

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 of which are bus stops. These stops are served by six different routes that together facilitate 473 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as excellent, with residents on average being located just 156 meters from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, there are an average of 67 trips across all routes, which equates to approximately seven weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Bray Park faces significant health challenges, as indicated by health data. Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older residents.

The rate of private health cover stands at approximately 48%, covering around 5,165 people, which is lower than the national average of 55.3%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions in Bray Park, impacting 11.6% and 9.4% of residents respectively. About 62.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 63.8% across Greater Brisbane. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 16.7%, with around 1,792 people falling into this age group, compared to 15.6% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present challenges broadly aligned with the general population's health profile.

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% of residents 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 48.8% across Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups are English (28.5%), Australian (27.8%), and Irish (8.3%).

Notably, Samoan (1.2%) and Maori (1.2%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Bray Park compared to regional averages of 0.9% and 1.4%, respectively.

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

Bray Park's median age is nearly 37 years, close to Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Bray Park has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (14.6%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.4%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 4.0% to 5.7%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group has decreased from 13.3% to 12.4%. By 2041, Bray Park's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 75-84 cohort is expected to grow by 64%, adding 391 residents to reach 1,004. Residents aged 65 and above are projected to drive 66% of population growth. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 65-74 age groups are expected to experience population declines.