Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of May 2026, Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent's population is approximately 7,872, reflecting a 3.8% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 7,586 people. This growth is inferred from ABS estimates and validated new addresses since the Census date. The current density ratio stands at 1,596 persons per square kilometer, exceeding national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed around 57.8% to recent population gains. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts. By 2041, the population is projected to decline by 340 persons. However, specific age cohorts like the 25-34 group are expected to grow by 179 people during this period.

The level of residential development activity in Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent has averaged approximately 14 new dwelling approvals per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, 72 homes were approved, with a further 7 approved in FY26 as of now. The average number of people moving to the area for each dwelling built over these five years was 0.6 per year.

This indicates that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand, providing ample buyer choice and creating capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts. The average construction cost value of new properties in the area is $336,000, which aligns with regional patterns. In FY26, there have been $5.4 million in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. When compared to the Rest of Qld, Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent shows significantly reduced construction activity, at 55.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. Nationally, the area's level is also below average, suggesting maturity and possible planning constraints. New building activity in the location consists of 23.0% detached houses and 77.0% townhouses or apartments.

This shift towards compact living offers affordable entry pathways, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This marks a significant departure from the current housing pattern, which is predominantly houses at 87.0%. This change may indicate diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. The location has approximately 1952 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market. With population projections showing stability or decline, Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent is expected to experience reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects that could impact this region. Notable projects include Harris Crossing Estate, Sanctum Estate, Army Aviation Program of Works - RAAF Base Townsville, and Eden Park Estate. The following list details the most relevant ones.

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Employment conditions in Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs. Key sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, retail trade, and public administration & safety, which is particularly specialized with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level. Agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 0.4% of local workers, below Regional Qld's 4.5%.

As of December 2025, there are 3,518 residents in work, but the unemployment rate is high at 10.1%, 6.1% above Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation is lower than average, at 60.9% compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. A low 5.0% of residents work from home. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data.

Between December 2024 and December 2025, the labour force increased by 0.1%, while employment decreased by 2.8%, causing unemployment to rise by 2.7 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment grow by 0.7% and a smaller rise in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $57,649 and an average income of $67,477. Nationally, the median was $58,146 and the average was $68,593. In Regional Qld, these figures were $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% from financial year 2023 to March 2026, estimated incomes are approximately $64,198 (median) and $75,142 (average). Census 2021 data ranks Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent's household, family, and personal incomes modestly, between the 28th and 39th percentiles. The largest income bracket comprises 33.4% earning $1,500-$2,999 weekly (2,629 residents), similar to the broader area where 31.7% occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 28th percentile.

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent, as per the latest Census, consisted of 87.3% houses and 12.7% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Regional Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in the area stood at 26.0%, with mortgaged dwellings making up 36.6% and rented dwellings accounting for 37.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, significantly lower than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent in the area was recorded at $275, substantially below Regional Qld's figure of $345 and also lower than the national average rent of $375. Nationally, Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863.

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 65.1% of all households, consisting of 22.5% couples with children, 22.0% couples without children, and 18.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 34.9%, with lone person households at 30.6% and group households comprising 4.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 16.2%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (33.2%). Educational participation is high at 33.0%, including 11.3% in primary education, 11.2% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.3% in primary education, 11.2% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in the area comprising Gulliver, Currajong, and Vincent shows that there are 40 active transport stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 6 individual routes providing service to the area. The combined weekly passenger trips facilitated by these routes amount to 509. Residents in this primarily residential area have good accessibility to public transport, with an average distance of 218 meters to the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from the area, and car remains the dominant mode of transportation at 92%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.3, which is below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 5.0% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 72 trips per day, equating to approximately 12 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates significant health issues in Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent area, assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Notably high prevalence of common health conditions is seen across both younger and older age groups. The private health cover rate stands at approximately 53% of the total population (~4,140 people), slightly higher than the average SA2 area's rate. Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 10.5% and 8.9% of residents respectively. However, 64.2% of residents report being free from medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Queensland. Working-age population faces significant health challenges with higher chronic condition rates. The area has 15.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,211 people), lower than the 20.4% seen in Regional Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly aligning with national rankings for the general population.

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent, as per the 2016 Census, had a below average cultural diversity with 86.7% of its population being Australian citizens, 87.5% born in Australia, and 90.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion at 50.8%, compared to 52.2% regionally. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (27.1%), English (26.1%), and Other (8.7%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation was higher at 6.8% compared to the regional average of 3.9%. Filipino and Welsh populations were also notably higher at 1.8% and 0.6%, respectively, compared to regional averages of 0.9% and 0.5%.

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent's median age is 37 years, which is significantly lower than the Regional Queensland average of 41 years but essentially aligned with the Australian median of 38 years. The 25-34 age cohort is notably over-represented at 14.8% locally compared to the Regional Queensland average, while the 65-74 year-olds are under-represented at 8.7%. According to the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 13.2% to 14.8% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 14.4% to 12.3%, and the 45 to 54 age group has dropped from 13.2% to 11.8%. Demographic modeling suggests that Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 cohort is projected to grow strongly at a rate of 11%, adding 132 residents to reach a total of 1,294. Meanwhile, both the 35 to 44 and 45 to 54 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.