Kedron - Gordon Park
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Kedron - Gordon Park's population was around 15,704 as of November 2025, reflecting an increase of 1,272 people since the 2021 Census. The 2021 Census reported a population of 14,432 people in the area. This growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 15,496 as of June 2024 and an additional 78 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio was 3,008 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Kedron - Gordon Park's growth rate of 8.8% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA3 area (7.3%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 50.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. It is noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits. Future population trends suggest a growth just below the median of national statistical areas by 2041, with an expected increase of 1,594 persons and a total gain of 8.8% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Kedron - Gordon Park when compared nationally

Kedron - Gordon Park has averaged approximately 46 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 231 homes. As of FY-26, 25 approvals have been recorded. Historically, around four new residents have arrived per year per dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25. Current demand significantly outpaces supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average construction cost for new properties is $482,000, indicating a focus on the premium market segment with higher-end properties. This financial year has seen $22.2 million in commercial approvals, suggesting moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Kedron - Gordon Park has around three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 36th percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and interest in existing dwellings. This is reflective of market maturity and potential development constraints.

New development consists predominantly of detached dwellings (76.0%) with townhouses or apartments making up the remainder (24.0%), preserving the area's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The current population density, at around 459 people per approval, indicates a mature market. Future projections estimate an increase of 1,378 residents by 2041, with current development well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Kedron - Gordon Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 41 projects that could impact the area. Notable ones are Windsor Dual Tower Development, Brisbane Metro, Celestia Apartments, and Bakery Square. The following list details projects likely to be most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Kedron - Gordon Park places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Kedron - Gordon Park has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, with an estimated employment growth of 11.1% over the past year as of June 2025.

In this period, 10,359 residents are employed at a rate 1.5% lower than Greater Brisbane's 4.1%. Workforce participation is high at 75.8%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training.

Manufacturing has limited presence with 3.5% employment compared to the regional average of 6.4%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparison between working population and resident population. Over the year ending June 2025, employment increased by 11.1%, while labour force grew by 10.6%, reducing unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 4.4% and unemployment fall by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years nationally. Applying these projections to Kedron - Gordon Park's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Kedron - Gordon Park has one of the highest income levels in Australia, according to AreaSearch data based on Australian Taxation Office figures for the financial year 2022. The median income among taxpayers in Kedron - Gordon Park is $66,771, with an average income of $83,803. These figures compare to Greater Brisbane's median and average incomes of $55,645 and $70,520 respectively. Based on a 13.99% increase in wages since the financial year 2022, estimated current incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $76,112 (median) and $95,527 (average). Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Kedron - Gordon Park rank between the 75th and 88th percentiles nationally. In terms of earnings profile, 30.2% of the population (4,742 individuals) fall within the $1,500 to $2,999 income range, similar to regional levels where 33.3% occupy this bracket. Higher earners make up a significant portion with 34.6% exceeding $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power in the community. High housing costs consume 16.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 74th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Kedron - Gordon Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Kedron-Gordon Park, as per the latest Census, consisted of 58.4% houses and 41.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Brisbane metropolitan area had 67.2% houses and 32.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kedron-Gordon Park stood at 20.2%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (36.9%) or rented (42.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,200, higher than Brisbane's average of $2,100. The median weekly rent was $375, slightly lower than Brisbane's $390. Nationally, Kedron-Gordon Park's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were comparable at $375.

Kedron - Gordon Park features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 64.9% of all households, including 29.4% couples with children, 24.2% couples without children, and 9.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 35.1%, with lone person households at 29.8% and group households making up 5.2%. The median household size is 2.4 people, aligning with the Greater Brisbane average.

Educational achievement in Kedron - Gordon Park places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational attainment in Kedron - Gordon Park is notably high, with 43.1% of residents aged 15 years and over holding university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in Queensland and 30.4% in Australia. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 29.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.5%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 28.0% of residents aged 15 years and over holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 17.0%. Educational participation is high, with 30.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 8.8% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 8.0% pursuing tertiary education. Kedron - Gordon Park's four schools have a combined enrollment of 3,615 students. The area demonstrates significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement, with an ICSEA score of 1117. The educational mix includes two primary schools, one secondary school, and one K-12 school. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 23.0 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 16.0, indicating that the area serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Kedron - Gordon Park has 75 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 15 different routes that together facilitate 2873 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents on average located 169 metres from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, there are an average of 410 trips across all routes, which equates to approximately 38 weekly trips per individual stop.

Kedron - Gordon Park's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Kedron - Gordon Park. Prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population and nears the nation's average across older, at-risk cohorts. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 61% of the total population (9,626 people), compared to 56.0% across Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 9.7 and 7.6% of residents respectively. 72.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.1% across Greater Brisbane. The area has 11.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,752 people), which is lower than the 16.6% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors are above average but require more attention than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Kedron - Gordon Park was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kedron-Gordon Park, as per the data, has a higher than average cultural diversity with 21.1% of its population born overseas and 12.8% using a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Kedron-Gordon Park, accounting for 50.1% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 1.1%, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 1%.

The top three ancestral groups based on country of birth of parents are English (26.4%), Australian (24.0%), and Irish (11.3%). Some ethnic groups show notable variations: Italian is overrepresented at 4.5% compared to the regional average of 4.0%, German is similarly overrepresented at 4.3% versus 4.1%, while New Zealand is slightly underrepresented at 0.8% against the regional average of 0.9%.

Kedron - Gordon Park's population is younger than the national pattern

Kedron-Gordon Park's median age is 35 years, nearly matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36, but somewhat younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Kedron-Gordon Park has a higher percentage of residents aged 45-54 (14.6%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (6.1%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the 55-64 age group has increased from 9.8% to 10.5%, while the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 17.9% to 16.3%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Kedron-Gordon Park. The 55-64 age group is projected to grow by 27%, adding 435 residents to reach 2,080. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 54% of population growth, indicating a trend towards an aging demographic. Conversely, the 0-4 and 35-44 age cohorts are projected to decline in population.