Everton Park
Statistical Area - sa2

Everton Park lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Everton Park's population is approximately 11,170 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,126 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,044. The growth was inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 10,998 in June 2024 and an additional 222 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a population density ratio of 2,678 persons per square kilometer, placing Everton Park in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. The area's growth rate of 11.2% since the Census exceeded both the SA4 region (8.6%) and national averages. Overseas migration contributed approximately 47.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration being positive factors.

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 or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, with proportional growth weightings applied for age cohorts where necessary. Future demographic trends suggest Everton Park will experience above median population growth, with an expected increase of 2,417 persons by 2041, representing a total increase of 20.1% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Everton Park among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Everton Park has recorded approximately 64 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling 323 homes. As of FY-26, 17 approvals have been recorded. On average, 3.4 people per year have moved to the area for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating high demand outpacing supply, which may exert upward pressure on prices and intensify buyer competition. The average construction value of new homes is $343,000.

This financial year has seen $42.1 million in commercial approvals, reflecting robust local commercial activity. Everton Park maintains similar construction rates per person compared to Greater Brisbane, preserving market equilibrium with surrounding areas. New building activity comprises 41.0% standalone homes and 59.0% townhouses or apartments, promoting affordability and suiting downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift reflects the reduced availability of development sites and evolving lifestyle demands. The area has approximately 423 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established location.

By 2041, Everton Park is projected to grow by 2,245 residents. Development is keeping pace with projected growth, though increasing population may intensify buyer competition.

Everton Park has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 29 projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include Everton Park Urban Village, MONARC Mixed-Use Precinct, Everville Townhouse Development, and Ashmore Residences. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Everton Park significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Everton Park has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.

Over the past year, estimated employment growth was 10.9%. As of June 2025, 6,932 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Everton Park is high at 73.1%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training.

Public administration & safety has notable concentration with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average. Manufacturing shows lower representation at 3.3% versus the regional average of 6.4%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 10.9%, labour force grew by 10.6%, and unemployment fell by 0.3 percentage points. Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 4.4% over the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest that Everton Park's employment could increase by approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Everton Park had a median income among taxpayers of $64,652 in financial year 2022. The average level stood at $77,731. Nationally, these figures are extremely high compared to the Greater Brisbane levels of $55,645 and $70,520 respectively. By September 2025, current estimates suggest a median income of approximately $73,697 and an average income of $88,606, based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census figures, incomes in Everton Park cluster around the 74th percentile nationally. Income distribution data shows that 34.6% of the population (3,864 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, similar to regional levels where 33.3% occupy this range. High housing costs consume 16.0% of income in Everton Park. Despite this, strong earnings place disposable income at the 67th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Everton Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Everton Park's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 61.4% houses and 38.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 71.9% houses and 28.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Everton Park was at 25.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.2% and rented ones at 40.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, below Brisbane metro's average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $420, compared to Brisbane metro's $430. Nationally, Everton Park's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Everton Park features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 67.0% of all households, including 28.8% couples with children, 25.0% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 33.0%, with lone person households at 27.7% and group households making up 5.1%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Everton Park exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Everton Park's educational attainment is notably high, with 37% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications. This exceeds Queensland's average of 25.7% and Australia's average of 30.4%. The most common university qualification in Everton Park is the Bachelor degree, held by 25.4% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.6%) and graduate diplomas (4%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 31.4% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications.

This includes advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (20.3%). Educational participation is high in Everton Park, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (8.4%), tertiary education (7.1%), and secondary education (6.5%). The three schools in Everton Park have a combined enrollment of 1,747 students. The area has above-average socio-educational conditions, with an ICSEA score of 1063. Education provision is balanced, with two primary schools and one secondary school serving distinct age groups. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 15.7 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 11.5, indicating that Everton Park serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Everton Park has 48 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 13 different routes that together facilitate 1,247 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as excellent, with residents on average being located just 178 meters from the nearest stop.

Each route makes an average of 178 trips per day, resulting in approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Everton Park is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Everton Park shows better-than-average health outcomes with low prevalence of common conditions among its general population. However, among older, at-risk cohorts, the prevalence is higher than the national average.

Approximately 59% of Everton Park's total population (6,567 people) has private health cover, compared to 56.2% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.8 and 7.6% of residents respectively. A total of 70.1% of Everton Park's residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.5% across Greater Brisbane. The area has 13.0% of residents aged 65 and over (1,453 people), which is lower than the 16.6% in Greater Brisbane.

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

Everton Park's cultural diversity was found to be above average, with 21.5% of its population born overseas and 13.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the main religion in Everton Park, comprising 50.3% of people. However, Hinduism was overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane, making up 1.9% versus 4.5%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (27.0%), Australian (24.1%), and Irish (10.4%). Notably, New Zealand (0.9%) and German (4.2%) were overrepresented compared to regional figures of 0.9% and 3.9%, respectively. Scottish ancestry was also notably represented at 8.3%.

Everton Park's population is younger than the national pattern

Everton Park's median age is nearly 35 years, close to Greater Brisbane's average of 36 but younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Everton Park has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (18.2%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (6.2%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 35-44 has grown from 15.4% to 16.9%, while the percentage of those aged 25-34 has declined from 19.1% to 18.2%. By 2041, Everton Park's population is forecasted to change significantly. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 39%, adding 576 residents to reach a total of 2,071. Conversely, populations aged 0-4 and 25-34 are projected to decline.