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Gordonvale - Trinity has an estimated 12,155 residents, up 23.6% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Gordonvale - Trinity.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 1,370 kilometres northwest from Brisbane CBD, the Gordonvale - Trinity Statistical Area (Lv2) in QLD, Australia is recognised for its scenic environment positioned between the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area rainforests and the waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Renowned for a prominent sugar cane sector with rolling agricultural fields, the community provides an array of outdoor pursuits including hiking, bird-watching, snorkeling, and diving, creating a relaxed coastal and rural atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. Demographically, the locality features an elevated proportion of children, particularly those aged 0 to 4yo, alongside generally lower formal education levels and a notable employment concentration across utilities and construction.
Strong demographic growth underpins the district, with the latest population estimate date of Aug 2026 showing Gordonvale - Trinity's population at approximately 12,155 according to AreaSearch estimates.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 1,370 kilometres northwest from Brisbane CBD, the Gordonvale - Trinity Statistical Area (Lv2) in QLD, Australia is recognised for its scenic environment positioned between the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area rainforests and the waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Renowned for a prominent sugar cane sector with rolling agricultural fields, the community provides an array of outdoor pursuits including hiking, bird-watching, snorkeling, and diving, creating a relaxed coastal and rural atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. Demographically, the locality features an elevated proportion of children, particularly those aged 0 to 4yo, alongside generally lower formal education levels and a notable employment concentration across utilities and construction.
Strong demographic growth underpins the district, with the latest population estimate date of Aug 2026 showing Gordonvale - Trinity's population at approximately 12,155 according to AreaSearch estimates.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,364 in 2001 and 11,413 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 12,155 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 14%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.5%.
Gordonvale - Trinity ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for development activity and the 89th for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Gordonvale - Trinity is $697 a week, up 2.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 9% above Regional Qld.
9% above Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $373 in 2017, $697 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $264 in 2017, $284 in 2021. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $697 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $697 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Cairns - South | $516 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Cairns - South, over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Cairns | $545 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Cairns, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 30 tracked applications: 0 approved, 4 under assessment, 26 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in Gordonvale - Trinity (2 under construction) and 82 more in the surrounding area.
Cairns Water Security Stage 1 is a $472 million integrated drinking water supply project at Gordonvale, delivered by John Holland for Cairns Regional Council.
Declared in July 2025, the 2,650-hectare Mount Peter PDA is the primary long-term growth corridor for Cairns, designed to accommodate 18,500 homes and 42,500 residents by 2050.
The Cairns South State Development Area (SDA) is a 1,159-hectare industrial zone across two non-contiguous areas declared in November 2018 and varied in February 2020.
The $535 million Bruce Highway Cairns Southern Access Corridor Stage 3 upgraded and duplicated 10.5km of the Bruce Highway between Edmonton and Gordonvale - the busiest two-lane section between Brisbane and Cairns.
Parkside Estate is a boutique residential subdivision of 25 lots in the southern Cairns growth corridor at Edmonton. Lot sizes range from 622 to 923 square metres, catering to families seeking generous land in a quiet, community-focused setting.
Parkside Estate is a boutique residential subdivision located within the established Sugarworld Estate precinct in Edmonton. The development provides 25 fully serviced lots ranging from 500sqm to 811sqm, designed to offer affordable home ownership opportunities.
A masterplanned residential community in Cairns' southern corridor, offering affordable luxury house and land packages with scenic views of Walsh's Pyramid. The estate features modern four-bedroom homes, open-plan living, and high-quality finishes.
A 212-hectare masterplanned business, industrial, retail, health and recreation precinct fronting the Bruce Highway at Edmonton, south of Cairns. The masterplan was approved and provides more than 100,000 square metres of gross floor area across six flexible stages.
Pinecrest is a master planned residential community at Mount Peter, about 15 minutes south of Cairns CBD. The estate is being delivered in staged releases, with Rocky Creek Stage 3 lots currently promoted for sale and further subdivision approvals progressing through Cairns Regional Council.
The North Queensland Youth Alcohol and Other Drug Service (NQYAODS) is a $19.3 million, 10-bed residential rehabilitation facility providing 24/7 specialist care for young people aged 13-18.
Sugarworld Estate is a masterplanned residential land estate in Edmonton by JAC Group, comprising The Heights and The Terrace precincts near Sugarworld Adventure Park. The estate provides fully serviced residential lots with mountain and Cairns district views, around 20 minutes from Cairns CBD and the airport.
The Outlook is a premier master-planned residential community in Bentley Park, Cairns. The estate offers large, elevated lots ranging from 826m2 to 1117m2, bordered by World Heritage rainforest and providing panoramic views of the local mountain ranges.
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Estimated completion year of the 48 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 12, 2027 11, 2028 6, 2029 5, 2030 3, 2031 6, 2032 1, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 2. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 30 substantial development applications lodged in and around Gordonvale - Trinity over the period covered (about 4.4 years), 6 in the last 12 months; 4 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 3, 2023 6, 2024 5, 2025 12, 2026 (to Oct) 4.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 12.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 89th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 132 | ABS building approvals | 85th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) |
Infrastructure development impacting the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Environmental & Disaster Management, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Gordonvale - Trinity higher than 94% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 area has seen 332 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Gordonvale - Trinity SA2's current population of 12,155 has been supported by 132 approvals on average over recent years.
The Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 has seen 12.7 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 70 people in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 132, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 has grown by approximately 1,693 people, while 660 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Gordonvale - Trinity lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,155 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +23.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 37 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,838 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,317 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 327.09 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 was estimated to be approximately 12,155 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,413 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The gordonvale - trinity sa2 has added approximately 2,317 people and shown a 23.55% increase from the 9,838 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is estimated at 37 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (68.4%), Natural increase (19.7%), Overseas migration (11.9%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 68.4% of overall population gains.
Gordonvale - Trinity's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Gordonvale - Trinity is 3 years younger than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 compared to the Regional Qld region is the 0 - 4 group, making up 6.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 compared to the Regional Qld region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 4.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional Qld. The most under-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (4.5% vs 7.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.2% of the population in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.0% of the population in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,031 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,846 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,790 | 2021 Census, weekly | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $841 | 2021 Census, weekly | 57th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,058 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is approximately $65,370. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,031.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is approximately $75,883. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $70,846.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is approximately $65,370 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,031 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is approximately $75,883 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,846 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2's households (~36.5% / 1,200 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.5% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is $1,790/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is $2,058/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is $841/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is in line with the national averages, with the median assessed at $61,031 while the average income stands at $70,846. This contrasts to Regional Qld's figures of a median income of $56,722 and an average income of $71,544. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,370 (median) and $75,883 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is $6,667 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The gordonvale - trinity sa2's disposable income is $6,667 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Gordonvale - Trinity presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.2%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,961 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,733 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,161 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 has approximately 5,961 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement, though the very low unemployment rate of 3.2% indicates the ranking primarily reflects recent job losses rather than underlying labor market weakness.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 stands at 3.2%, which is 0.5 percentage points below Regional Qld's rate of 3.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.0% of employment), construction (12.8%), and education & training (9.6%). Other significant employers include retail trade and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is 67.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Qld.
The gordonvale - trinity sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.8% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Regional Qld. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The gordonvale - trinity sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. However, the low unemployment rate of 3.2% suggests the ranking is driven by recent job losses rather than structural weakness. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 0.8% decline, ranking 23rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Gordonvale - Trinity faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 15.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
15.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
38.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The gordonvale - trinity sa2 ranks in the 21th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 are: Certificate (35.4%), Bachelor Degree (11.2%), Advanced Diploma (11.0%).
32.6% of the population in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.8% in primary school, 10.9% in secondary school, 3.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is 887, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 6 schools within the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,698 students.
The gordonvale - trinity sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 2 combined schools.
Gordonvale - Trinity features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 19.6% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.4% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.1% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,290 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,065 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 77.6% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 had 3,290 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 23.6% to an estimated 4,065 households today.
The average household size in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 77.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (19.6%), group households (2.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,553 family households, couples with children account for 33.4% of all households, couples without children at home 30.1%, and single parent families 13.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 77.6% (versus 70.4% in Regional Qld). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 19.6% compared to 25.6% in Regional Qld. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 37.8% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 19.6% of all households in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2, notably lower than the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.7% of households, below the Regional Qld average of 4.0%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Gordonvale - Trinity ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 92.3% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
Gordonvale - Trinity was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.8% of its population being citizens, 87.0% born in Australia, and 92.3% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Gordonvale - Trinity was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.2% of people in Gordonvale - Trinity. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.4% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Gordonvale - Trinity are Australian, comprising 27.6% of the population, English, comprising 26.5% of the population, and Other, comprising 8.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 6.3% of Gordonvale - Trinity (vs 3.9% across Regional Qld), Italian at 5.4% (vs 2.4%) and Maltese at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).
13.0% of the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
7.7% of the population in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
6.3% of the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
87.8% of the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Gordonvale - Trinity is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,625 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 48.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $330 | 2021 Census, weekly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 21st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2, 30.4% of homes are owned outright, 48.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.3% of dwellings in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 are houses.
In the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2, 1.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 stands at 30.4%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is $1,625, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is $1,089, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.9% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 18.4% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 consists of 96.3% detached houses, 1.9% semi-detached dwellings, 1.5% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Gordonvale - Trinity consumes approximately 14.1% of median household income ($7,751 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Gordonvale - Trinity show attached dwellings contributing 1% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 99% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Gordonvale - Trinity's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 44th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.7% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.5% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
Around 52.7% of people in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2, 5.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.2% of the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2, 52.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 30 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 30th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 18 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 235 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 655 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 2 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 12.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 18 public transport stops within the Gordonvale - Trinity SA2.
The Gordonvale - Trinity SA2 has 235 weekly trips across 2 routes, averaging 33 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 1834 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 2.4 km away and the nearest school 2.8 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 18 stops nearby, 235 weekly trips, access rating 30 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 62 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 16.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 16.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 17.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Gordonvale - Trinity higher than 94% of real estate markets across the country.
Gordonvale - Trinity ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Gordonvale - Trinity is $697 a week, +2.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Gordonvale - Trinity lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Gordonvale - Trinity's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
The employment landscape in Gordonvale - Trinity presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.2%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing.
Gordonvale - Trinity faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Gordonvale - Trinity features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
Gordonvale - Trinity ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Gordonvale - Trinity is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
Gordonvale - Trinity's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Gordonvale - Trinity has an estimated 12,155 residents, up 23.6% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Gordonvale - Trinity.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Gordonvale - Trinity.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (306021148). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Gordonvale - Trinity from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Gordonvale - Trinity with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
