Kallangur
Statistical Area - sa2

Population growth drivers in Kallangur are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Kallangur's population is approximately 23,386 as of August 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,637 people, a 7.5% rise from the 2021 Census count of 21,749. The growth was inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 23,364 in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,112 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Kallangur's growth rate is competitive, at 7.5%, being within 1.1 percentage points of the national average (8.6%). Natural growth contributed approximately 41.2% to overall population gains recently, with all migration drivers also 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 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 as per ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data. Future population projections indicate a significant increase in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas, with Kallangur expected to expand by 6,995 persons to 2041, an overall increase of 29.8% over 17 years.

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

Kallangur has seen approximately 72 dwellings receive development approval annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) produces this data on a financial year basis, showing 360 homes approved over the past five years from FY-21 to FY-25, with 7 approvals so far in FY-26. On average, 4 new residents have moved into each home built annually over these five years. This demand significantly outpaces supply, typically putting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers.

The average expected construction cost of new dwellings is $344,000, which is below regional levels, indicating more accessible housing choices for buyers. In FY-26, there have been $142,000 in commercial approvals, demonstrating the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Kallangur has shown substantially reduced construction activity (57.0% below the regional average per person). This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings, which is also under the national average, suggesting potential planning limitations. New building activity comprises 30.0% standalone homes and 70.0% attached dwellings, marking a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 74.0% houses), possibly due to diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences. With around 331 people per dwelling approval, Kallangur indicates a developing market. Projections suggest the area will grow by approximately 6,973 residents through to 2041.

If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Kallangur has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 28 projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones include Young St, Petrie, Affordable Social Housing Development Policy (City of Moreton Bay), Kallangur Residential Towers Redevelopment, and Kallangur Childcare Centre. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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The labour market performance in Kallangur lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Kallangur has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs. Essential services sectors are well represented in the area.

The unemployment rate was 11.6% as of June 2025. This is higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. There were 11,894 residents employed at that time, with workforce participation at 62.0%, lower than Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. The leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Retail trade has a strong presence, with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level. Professional & technical services have limited representation, with only 5.0% of employment compared to the regional average of 8.9%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. Over the past year, employment increased by 3.9%, while labour force grew by 7.5%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 3.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment growth of 4.4% and a decrease in unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. As of Sep-25, Queensland's employment contracted by 0.23%, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. Nationally, the unemployment rate was 4.5%, with employment growing by 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia projects national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kallangur's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Kallangur's median income among taxpayers is $46,844 and the average is $52,311. This is lower than national averages. Greater Brisbane has a median income of $55,645 and an average of $70,520. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022, current estimates for Kallangur are approximately $52,329 (median) and $58,437 (average) as of March 2025. Census 2021 income data ranks Kallangur's household, family, and personal incomes modestly, between the 33rd and 35th percentiles. The predominant income cohort in Kallangur is $1,500 - 2,999, representing 36.6% of locals (8,559 people), which aligns with regional levels at 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 80.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 29th percentile.

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

Kallangur's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 74.3% houses and 25.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro had a similar distribution with 75.0% houses and 25.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kallangur was higher at 21.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.0% and rented ones at 44.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,545, lower than Brisbane metro's $1,820. Median weekly rent in Kallangur was $350, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Kallangur's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,545 versus the Australian average of $1,863. Rents in Kallangur were also lower at $350 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 70.1% of all households, consisting of 28.1% couples with children, 24.5% couples without children, and 16.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 29.9%, with lone person households at 25.8% and group households comprising 4.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.8.

Educational outcomes in Kallangur fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area faces educational challenges with university qualification rates at 13.5%, significantly lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 10.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (11.0%) and certificates (32.8%).

Educational participation is high at 29.3%, including 10.9% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education. Kallangur's five schools have a combined enrollment of 1,599 students. The area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 978) with balanced educational opportunities, including three primary, one secondary, and one K-12 school. Local school capacity is limited at 6.8 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 17.3, leading many families to travel for schooling. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Kallangur has 63 active public transport stops. These include a mix of train and bus services. The stops are served by 31 individual routes, providing a total of 2,540 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 234 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 362 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 40 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Kallangur faces significant health challenges, as indicated by data from 2021. The rate of private health cover in the area was found to be low at approximately 46%, affecting around 10,804 people. This is lower than both Greater Brisbane's 51.3% and the national average of 55.3%.

Mental health issues were the most prevalent condition, impacting 12.1% of residents in Kallangur, followed by asthma at 9.6%. Conversely, 61.8% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.9%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, with 15.6%, or 3,652 people, compared to Greater Brisbane's 11.6%. Health outcomes among seniors in Kallangur generally align with the overall population's health profile.

In terms of cultural diversity, Kallangur records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kallangur's cultural diversity aligns with the broader area, where 85.4% are citizens, 79.2% were born in Australia, and 90.7% speak English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Kallangur (45.9%). Notably, the 'Other' category represents 1.0%, compared to 2.7% regionally.

The top ancestry groups are English (30.0%), Australian (27.4%), and Irish (7.4%). Some ethnicities show variations: Samoan is slightly higher at 1.5% in Kallangur versus 1.3% regionally, New Zealand-born residents are 1.3% compared to 1.5%, and Maori representation stands at 1.6% against the regional 1.7%.

Kallangur's population is younger than the national pattern

Kallangur's median age is 35 years, nearly matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and somewhat younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Kallangur has a higher concentration of residents aged 0-4 years at 6.7%, but fewer residents aged 35-44 years at 14.0%. Between the 2021 Census and present day, the population aged 75-84 years has grown from 4.4% to 5.7%. Conversely, the population aged 5-14 years has declined from 13.7% to 12.3%. Population forecasts for Kallangur in 2041 indicate significant demographic changes. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 42%, adding 1,183 residents to reach a total of 4,032. In contrast, the 0-4 age group shows minimal growth of just 8% (118 people).