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

As of August 2025, Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent's population is approximately 7,889, reflecting a 4.0% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 7,586 people. This growth can be inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 7,863 as of June 2024 and an additional 14 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is around 1,600 persons per square kilometer, which is higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent's growth rate since the census is 4.0%, positioning it within 2.9 percentage points of the SA4 region (6.9%), indicating strong growth fundamentals. Natural growth contributed approximately 62.9% of overall population gains during recent periods. 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 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Looking ahead, projections indicate a decline in overall population by 355 persons to 7,534 by 2041. Despite this, specific age cohorts are expected to grow, notably the 25 to 34 age group, projected to increase by 233 people.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent has averaged approximately 14 new dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, showing 72 homes approved over the past five years from FY-2021 to FY-2025, with one approval so far in FY-2026. Over these years, an average of 0.6 people per dwelling have moved to the area annually, indicating that supply has been meeting or exceeding demand, offering more buyer choices and potential for population growth. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $366,000, which is below regional norms, providing more affordable housing options.

This financial year, $5.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting the area's residential character. Compared to the Rest of Queensland, Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent has significantly less development activity, with 56.0% fewer approvals per person, supporting stronger demand and values for established properties due to limited new supply. This is also lower than national averages, indicating market maturity and potential development constraints. New development consists of 23.0% detached dwellings and 77.0% attached dwellings, marking a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 87.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and affordability needs. With around 1952 people per approval, the area shows signs of maturity and stability. Given expected population stability or decline, Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent may experience reduced housing pressure, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 39thth percentile nationally

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

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Employment drivers in Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent had a balanced workforce in June 2025 with an unemployment rate of 10.2%. It had 3,584 residents employed while the unemployment rate was higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%, indicating room for improvement.

Workforce participation was similar to Rest of Qld at 59.1%. The leading employment industries were health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Public administration & safety had an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. Agriculture, forestry & fishing employed only 0.4% of local workers, below Rest of Qld's 4.5%.

Many residents commuted elsewhere for work based on Census data analysis. From June 2024 to June 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.9%, and employment decreased by 5.3%, causing unemployment to rise by 3.2 percentage points. This contrasted with Rest of Qld where employment rose by 1.8% and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. State-level data from Sep-25 showed Queensland employment contracted by 0.23%, losing 8,070 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 projected national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent's employment mix suggested local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 30, 2022 shows Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent had median taxpayer income of $55,058 and average income of $64,720. Nationally, these figures are approximately average, with Rest of Qld reporting $50,780 and $64,844 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.71% since financial year ended June 30, 2022, estimated median income as of March 2025 is approximately $61,505, with average income around $72,299. Census 2021 data ranks Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent incomes modestly, between 28th and 39th percentiles for households, families, and individuals. The largest income bracket comprises 33.4% earning $1,500-$2,999 weekly (2,634 residents), similar to broader area patterns at 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.7% of income remaining after expenses, ranking at the 29th percentile.

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 87.3% houses and 12.7% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 81.3% houses and 18.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent was 26.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.6% and rented dwellings at 37.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent figure was recorded as $275, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $305. Nationally, Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 65.1% of all households, including 22.5% couples with children, 22.0% couples without children, and 18.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 34.9%, with lone person households at 30.6% and group households at 4.2%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Rest of Qld 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%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas comprise 8.9% and certificates make up 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. Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent's five schools have a combined enrollment of 1,394 students, with varied educational conditions across the area. The educational mix includes three primary, one secondary, and one K-12 school. Note: for schools showing 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Transport analysis indicates 39 active stops in Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent area, all bus services. Six routes operate here, offering 509 weekly passenger trips. Residents' average distance to nearest stop is 219 meters, indicating good accessibility.

Daily service frequency averages 72 trips across all routes, translating to about 13 weekly trips per 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

Gulliver - Currajong - Vincent faces significant health challenges, as indicated by health data.

Both younger and older age groups have a notable prevalence of common health conditions. The area has a private health cover rate of approximately 52%, which is slightly higher than the average SA2 area (~4,094 people). Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 10.5% and 8.9% of residents respectively. In contrast, 64.2% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 67.8% in the rest of Queensland. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (1,172 people), representing 14.9% of its population. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally aligning with the overall health profile of the 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's population was found to be less culturally diverse, with 86.7% being citizens, 87.5% born in Australia, and 90.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 50.8%, compared to 52.7% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (27.1%), English (26.1%), and Other (8.7%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal were overrepresented at 6.8%, Filipino at 1.8%, and German at 3.9%.

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 Queensland's average of 41, but almost aligned with Australia's median age of 38. The 2021 Census showed that the 15-24 age group was notably overrepresented at 14.1%, while the 65-74 age group was underrepresented at 8.3%. After the census, the 25 to 34 age group grew from 13.2% to 14.6%, and the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 12.8% to 14.1%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group declined from 14.4% to 12.7%. Demographic projections suggest that Gulliver-Currajong-Vincent's age profile will change significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 15%, adding 177 residents to reach a total of 1,328. However, both the 45 to 54 and 55 to 64 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.