Mango Hill

Mango Hill lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Mango Hill's population is around 17,936 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 3,015 people (20.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,921 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 17,546 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 543 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 1,167 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Mango Hill's 20.2% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.9%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, which contributed approximately 52.6% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers, including overseas migration and natural growth, were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence, where utilised, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Regarding demographic trends, a significant population increase in the top quartile of national areas is forecast, with the area expected to expand by 8,582 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, recording a gain of 45.7% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Mango Hill was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Mango Hill has seen around 239 new homes approved annually, totalling 1,199 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 80 approvals have been recorded. Given an average of 3.6 new residents per year arriving per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply is substantially lagging demand, which generally means heightened buyer competition, leading to pricing pressures, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $313,000. Additionally, $3.6 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, indicating a limited commercial development focus.

Relative to Greater Brisbane, Mango Hill records 116.0% more construction activity (per person), creating greater choice for buyers, though building activity has slowed in recent years. This is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area. New development consists of 25.0% standalone homes and 75.0% townhouses or apartments. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points and suits downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing (currently 70.0% houses), indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. The location has approximately 93 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market.

Future projections show Mango Hill adding 8,192 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 53 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Freshwater Hub, North Lakes Eco-Lifestyle Precinct, 14 Kerr Road East Development, and Capestone Estate, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Employment performance in Mango Hill exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Mango Hill features a well-educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of only 3.6%, and 1.3% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 10,632 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.6% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is well beyond standard (84.3% compared to Greater Brisbane's 71.2%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 17.9% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Leading employment industries among residents comprise health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in health care & social assistance, with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average. On the other hand, education & training is under-represented, with only 7.1% of Mango Hill's workforce compared to 9.4% in Greater Brisbane. The area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 1.3% while the labour force increased by 1.9%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.6 percentage points. This compares to Greater Brisbane, where employment grew by 3.2%, the labour force expanded by 3.0%, and unemployment fell 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Mango Hill. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Mango Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

The Mango Hill SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $59,720 and an average of $70,429 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. This is higher than average nationally, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $65,638 (median) and $77,409 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Mango Hill cluster around the 74th percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 42.0% of residents (7,533 people), reflecting patterns seen at regional levels where 33.3% similarly occupy this range. High housing costs consume 18.0% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 72nd percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Mango Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure within Mango Hill, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 70.4% houses and 29.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Mango Hill lagged that of Brisbane metro, at 10.0%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (43.2%) or rented (46.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Brisbane metro average at $2,000, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $400, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,863 and $380. Nationally, Mango Hill's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceed the national figure of $375.

Mango Hill features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 82.5% of all households, comprising 47.4% couples with children, 19.0% couples without children, and 15.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 17.5%, with lone person households at 14.6% and group households comprising 2.8% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 people is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Mango Hill shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's educational profile stands out regionally, with university qualification rates (30.2% of residents aged 15+) exceeding the SA3 area average of 22.3% and that of the SA4 region (24.9%), reflecting the community's emphasis on higher education. Bachelor degrees lead at 21.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 37.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (24.7%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 36.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.9% in primary education, 9.5% in secondary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 27 active transport stops operating within Mango Hill, comprising a mix of trains and buses. These stops are serviced by 36 individual routes, collectively providing 2,400 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 407 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 85%, with 10% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling. Some 17.9% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 342 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 88 weekly trips per individual stop.

Mango Hill's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Mango Hill, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population, though higher than the national average across older, at-risk cohorts, and the rate of private health cover is fairly high at approximately 54% of the total population (~9,703 people).

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be mental health issues and asthma, impacting 8.6% and 7.4% of residents, respectively, while 76.0% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 8.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,553 people), which is lower than the 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Mango Hill was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Mango Hill scores highly on cultural diversity, with 26.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 38.1% born overseas. The main religion in Mango Hill is Christianity, which makes up 45.1% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Other, which comprises 3.9% of the population, compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mango Hill are English, comprising 23.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 21.7% of the population, and Other, comprising 12.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: New Zealand is notably overrepresented at 1.6% of Mango Hill (vs 1.0% regionally), Samoan at 1.6% (vs 0.9%) and Maori at 1.8% (vs 1.1%).

Mango Hill hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

At 32 years, Mango Hill's median age is notably under the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and is significantly lower than the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Brisbane, Mango Hill has a higher concentration of 5 - 14 residents (18.4%) but fewer 65 - 74 year-olds (4.8%). This 5 - 14 concentration is well above the national 12.1%. Since 2021, demographic aging is evident, with the median age advancing from 31 to 32 years. Notable shifts include the 75 to 84 age group, which has grown from 1.4% to 2.8% of the population, while the 55 to 64 cohort increased from 6.1% to 7.5%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 15.7% to 12.2% and the 0 to 4 group dropped from 9.2% to 7.1%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Mango Hill. The 45 to 54 age cohort is projected to increase markedly, expanding by 1,826 people (76%) from 2,389 to 4,216.