Area profile · Greater Brisbane
Karana Downs has an estimated 6,263 residents, up 3.8% since the 2021 Census, with 24 projects tracked in the area around Karana Downs.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 22 kilometres west-southwest from Brisbane CBD, the Karana Downs Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an affluent, serene residential enclave defined by its lush greenery, vibrant flora, and sweeping vistas along the Brisbane River. The suburb is widely celebrated for its tranquil lifestyle, diverse native bird and wildlife populations, and well-maintained golf facilities catering to casual players and professionals alike. Demographically, the locality features an established, family-oriented community characterised by strong representation of middle-aged and mature residents, married couples with children, and an elevated proportion of people aged 45 to 54. As of Aug 2026, the estimated resident population (ERP) stands at around 6,263, marking an increase of 231 people (3.8%) since the 2021 Census reported 6,032 residents, based on an ABS ERP of 6,261 as of June 2025 and 39 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,096 in 2001 and 6,261 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 6,263 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 17%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.6%.
Karana Downs ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 85th for income.
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 Karana Downs is $668 a week, up 7.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 7% above Greater Brisbane.
7% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $387 in 2017, $679 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $314 in 2017, $493 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $679 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $493 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | -7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Ipswich Inner | $552 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Ipswich Inner, over 12 months | +8.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Ipswich | $574 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Ipswich, over 12 months | +7.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Brisbane | $627 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Brisbane, over 12 months | +7.6% | 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 20 tracked applications: 11 approved, 6 under assessment, 3 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 24 projects in and around Karana Downs, 7 of them under construction.
Upgrade of the Warrego Highway and Mount Crosby Road interchange at Chuwar, including a new interchange at the future Moggill Pocket…
Queensland's largest industrial development, Citiswich Business Park is a 350-hectare master-planned estate at Bundamba in the logistics…
Munro by Azure Development Group is a $59 million masterplanned residential community located in Bundamba, comprising 100 terrace…
Residential development approved for 115 townhomes, 3 retail tenancies, and 4 apartments. Total development costs of $53.45 million.
A multi-stage environmental restoration program along Bundamba Creek jointly funded by the Australian Government's Urban Rivers and…
Expansion of the Bundamba Industrial Precinct to deliver new serviced industrial lots, road and utility infrastructure, and improved…
Development application for a Material Change of Use to establish Multiple Residential housing comprising 3 attached townhouses at 145…
Major $80+ million redevelopment and expansion of Bundamba State Secondary College, including new teaching blocks, a performing arts…
Ipswich City Council approved a two-stage multiple dwelling project for 104 apartments (22 x 1-bedroom and 82 x 2-bedroom) across five…
Building renewal works at Bundamba State School included refurbishment and renewal of teaching facilities and supporting infrastructure.
Comprehensive accessibility upgrade of East Ipswich railway station delivered under the Station Accessibility Upgrade Program.
Stage 1 focuses on the redevelopment of the North Ipswich Reserve, featuring a new contemporary Western Grandstand with a minimum of 2,000…
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Estimated completion year of the 6 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 2, 2027 2, 2028 2. 11 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 20 substantial development applications lodged in and around Karana Downs over the past 5 years, 5 in the last 12 months; 6 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 1, 2023 1, 2024 5, 2025 7, 2026 (to Oct) 4.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 20 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 9 | ABS building approvals | 18th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 11 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Karana Downs SA2 include: Warrego Highway - Mount Crosby Road Interchange Upgrade (Planning); Centenary Motorway (Darra - Yamanto), planning (Proposed); Ipswich Smart City Program (Construction); Ipswich Better Bus Network (Construction); and Ipswich to Springfield Central Public Transport Corridor (I2S) (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Karana Downs SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Health & Medical, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the Karana Downs SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Karana Downs compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Karana Downs SA2 area has seen 17 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Karana Downs SA2's current population of 6,263 has been supported by 9 approvals on average over recent years.
The Karana Downs SA2 has seen 1.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.1 approval in Greater Brisbane. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 739 people in the Karana Downs SA2, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Karana Downs SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 9, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Karana Downs SA2 has grown by approximately 128 people, while 44 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.9 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.
Karana Downs has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,263 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 101 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,032 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 231 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 62.19 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Karana Downs SA2 was estimated to be approximately 6,263 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,261 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The karana downs sa2 has added approximately 231 people and shown a 3.83% increase from the 6,032 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Karana Downs SA2 is estimated at 101 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Karana Downs SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Karana Downs SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (60.2%), Natural increase (39.8%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 60.2% of overall population gains.
Karana Downs's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.2% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 17.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Karana Downs SA2 at 43 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Karana Downs is 7 years older than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Karana Downs SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 17.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Karana Downs SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Karana Downs SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 55-64 year-olds (14.9% vs 10.4%) and 45-54 year-olds (17.0% vs 12.2%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (7.7% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.1% of the population in the Karana Downs SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.8% of the population in the Karana Downs SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 85% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $66,307 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $75,339 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,385 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $962 | 2021 Census, weekly | 74th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 37.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,588 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 13.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Karana Downs SA2 is approximately $71,021. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $66,307.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Karana Downs SA2 is approximately $80,696. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $75,339.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Karana Downs SA2 is approximately $71,021 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,307 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Karana Downs SA2 is approximately $80,696 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $75,339 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Karana Downs SA2's households (~33.6% / 690 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Karana Downs SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.6% of households. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 33.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Karana Downs SA2 is $2,385/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Karana Downs SA2 is $2,588/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Karana Downs SA2 is $962/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Karana Downs SA2 is higher than average nationally, with the median assessed at $66,307 while the average income stands at $75,339. This contrasts to Greater Brisbane's figures of a median income of $61,668 and an average income of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $71,021 (median) and $80,696 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Karana Downs SA2 is $9,045 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The karana downs sa2's disposable income is $9,045 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Karana Downs performing better than 99% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 76.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,807 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,709 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,846 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Karana Downs SA2 has approximately 3,807 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.0%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Karana Downs SA2 stands at 1.0%, which is 3.5 percentage points below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.5%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Karana Downs SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.0% of employment), education & training (13.2%), and construction (10.0%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Karana Downs SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Karana Downs SA2 is 76.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The karana downs sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 13.2% of the local workforce compared to 9.4% across Greater Brisbane. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The karana downs sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Karana Downs ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 33.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 23.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 30.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
33.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Karana Downs SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
30.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Karana Downs SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The karana downs sa2 ranks in the 73th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Karana Downs SA2 are: Certificate (23.7%), Bachelor Degree (20.7%), Advanced Diploma (12.4%).
31.0% of the population in the Karana Downs SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.7% in primary school, 10.0% in secondary school, 5.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Karana Downs SA2 is 1042, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the Karana Downs SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 589 students.
The karana downs sa2 includes 1 primary school.
Karana Downs features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 44.5% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.3% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,054 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,133 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.9% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Karana Downs SA2 had 2,054 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.8% to an estimated 2,133 households today.
The average household size in the Karana Downs SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (13.2%), group households (0.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,764 family households, couples with children account for 44.5% of all households, couples without children at home 31.3%, and single parent families 9.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the Karana Downs SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.9% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.2% compared to 23.6% in Greater Brisbane. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Karana Downs SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 57.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.3% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 13.2% of all households in the Karana Downs SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Brisbane of 23.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 0.9% of households, below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Karana Downs 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 | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 94.0% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 77.6% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
Karana Downs was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 77.6% of its population born in Australia, 91.4% being citizens, and 94.0% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Karana Downs, at 47.0% of people, although more residents (51.0%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Karana Downs are English, comprising 31.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 24.7% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 2.2% of Karana Downs (vs 1.2% across Greater Brisbane), Welsh at 0.9% (vs 0.5%) and South African at 1.1% (vs 0.6%).
22.4% of the Karana Downs SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
6.0% of the population in the Karana Downs SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.4% of the Karana Downs SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
91.4% of the Karana Downs SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Karana Downs is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 95.8% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,918 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 58.0% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 8th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Karana Downs SA2, 31.6% of homes are owned outright, 58.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 10.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 95.8% of dwellings in the Karana Downs SA2 are houses.
In the Karana Downs SA2, 1.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Karana Downs SA2 stands at 31.6%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Karana Downs SA2 is $1,918, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Karana Downs SA2 is $1,290, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Karana Downs SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 18.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Karana Downs SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Karana Downs SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 18.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 16.8% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the Karana Downs SA2 consists of 95.8% detached houses, 2.7% semi-detached dwellings, 1.3% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Karana Downs consumes approximately 12.5% of median household income ($10,327 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Karana Downs show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% 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.
Karana Downs's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 57th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.0% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.5% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
Around 54.7% of people in the Karana Downs SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the Karana Downs SA2, 4.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
8.4% of people in the Karana Downs SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.2% of the Karana Downs SA2 population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the Karana Downs SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Karana Downs SA2, 54.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Brisbane sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.1%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.7 km away and the nearest supermarket 2.0 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 10 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 10th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 10.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 10.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 3 long day care centres with 240 places in Karana Downs, about 1.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Karana Downs compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Karana Downs has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 21% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Karana Downs is $668 a week, +7.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Karana Downs has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Karana Downs's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 85% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Karana Downs performing better than 99% of local markets assessed across Australia.
The educational profile of Karana Downs ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Karana Downs features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
Karana Downs ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Karana Downs is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Karana Downs's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in Karana Downs: transport access 10/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Karana Downs has an estimated 6,263 residents, up 3.8% since the 2021 Census, with 24 projects tracked in the area around Karana Downs.
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 Karana Downs.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (310031290). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Karana Downs 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 Karana Downs with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 10 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 10th percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 24.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
