Middle Park - Jamboree Heights
Statistical Area - sa2

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights' population is approximately 7,349 as of November 2025. This represents an increase of 263 people, a 3.7% rise from the 2021 Census figure of 7,086. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 7,351 in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,752 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth rate exceeded that of its SA3 region (2.9%), indicating it as a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 71.1% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 from 2023, based on 2021 data, are adopted. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Looking ahead, demographic trends suggest a decline in overall population over this period. According to current methodology, Middle Park - Jamboree Heights' population is expected to decrease by 653 persons by 2041. However, growth is anticipated within specific age cohorts, notably the 75 to 84 age group, projected to expand by 220 people.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Middle Park - Jamboree Heights according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights has averaged approximately four new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 21 homes from FY-20 to FY-25. As of FY-26, one approval has been recorded. On average, six new residents arrive per year for each dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating demand significantly outpaces supply, which typically influences prices upwards and intensifies competition among buyers. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $483,000, reflecting a developer focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties.

This financial year has seen $1.1 million in commercial development approvals, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Middle Park - Jamboree Heights has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 9th percentile nationally for areas assessed, offering limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing homes. This is below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. Recent development has comprised entirely detached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

With around 1826 people per approval, Middle Park - Jamboree Heights shows a mature, established area. Population projections indicate stability or decline, suggesting reduced housing demand pressures and benefiting potential buyers.

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified six projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones are Middle Park Intersection Upgrade (Eumong Street/Riverhills Road), Metro Middle Park Mixed-Use Redevelopment, McLeod Country Golf Club Retirement Village, and Centenary Motorway Upgrade Planning. The following list details those most relevant.

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Despite maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.8%, Middle Park - Jamboree Heights has experienced recent job losses, resulting in a below average employment performance ranking when compared nationally

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation and a low unemployment rate of 3.8%. As of June 2025, there are 3,889 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 0.3% below Greater Brisbane's 4.1%, and similar workforce participation at 64.5%.

Key industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Notably, employment in education & training is high at 1.3 times the regional average. However, construction has limited presence with 7.4% employment compared to the regional 9.0%. The area offers fewer local jobs based on Census data comparison of working population versus resident population.

Between June 2024 and June 2025, labour force decreased by 1.5%, as did employment, keeping unemployment stable. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment growth of 4.4% and labour force growth of 4.0%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Middle Park - Jamboree Heights' employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2022 shows Middle Park - Jamboree Heights has higher incomes than the national average. The median income is $55,040 and the average is $69,120. In Greater Brisbane, the median income is $55,645 and the average is $70,520. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $62,740 (median) and $78,790 (average), based on a 13.99% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. Census 2021 data shows Middle Park - Jamboree Heights incomes cluster around the 69th percentile nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 34.3% of residents (2,520 individuals), similar to surrounding regions at 33.3%. High weekly earnings exceeding $3,000 are achieved by 30.7% of households, indicating strong consumer spending power. After housing costs, residents retain 87.3% of income, reflecting high purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking in the 7th decile.

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights had 97.2% houses and 2.8% other dwellings in the latest Census, compared to Brisbane metro's 91.4% houses and 8.6% other dwellings. Home ownership was at 37.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.0% and rented ones at 19.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,886, below Brisbane metro's average of $2,000. Median weekly rent was $430, compared to Brisbane metro's $450. Nationally, mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 80.3% of all households, including 38.9% composed of couples with children, 29.3% consisting of couples without children, and 11.2% being single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.7%, with lone person households making up 16.8% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which aligns with the Greater Brisbane average.

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

Educational attainment in Middle Park - Jamboree Heights is notably higher than Queensland's averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 37.4% hold university qualifications, compared to the state's 25.7%. This educational advantage is driven by a high proportion of Bachelor degrees (24.8%), postgraduate qualifications (8.9%), and graduate diplomas (3.7%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 30.9% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (19.0%).

Educational participation is high, with 29.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (10.1%), secondary education (7.9%), and tertiary education (6.1%). The area's three schools have a combined enrollment of 1,892 students and demonstrate significant socio-educational advantages with an ICSEA score of 1117. All three schools focus exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas. Middle Park - Jamboree Heights functions as an educational hub, offering 25.7 school places per 100 residents, significantly higher than the regional average of 12.8, and attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights has 20 active public transport stops operating, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by six individual routes that together facilitate 503 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents on average being located 231 meters from the nearest transport stop.

On average, there are 71 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Middle Park - Jamboree Heights is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights shows superior health outcomes for both youth and elderly populations, with low prevalence of common conditions. Private health cover stands at approximately 54% (~3,946 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 58.4%.

Asthma and mental health issues are the most prevalent, affecting 7.5% and 7.4% respectively; 71.7% report no medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 71.2%. The area has 19.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,428 people). Seniors' health outcomes are notably strong, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Middle Park-Jamboree Heights has a high cultural diversity, with 26.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 35.8% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Middle Park-Jamboree Heights, accounting for 48.5% of its population. However, Buddhism is overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane, comprising 4.3% versus 3.4%.

The top three ancestry groups are English at 23.8%, Australian at 20.6%, and Other at 10.4%. Notably, Vietnamese (2.9%), South African (1.0%), and New Zealand (1.1%) ethnicities have higher representation than the regional averages of 2.6%, 0.9%, and 1.0% respectively.

Middle Park - Jamboree Heights's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Middle Park - Jamboree Heights is 39 years, which is slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and close to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Middle Park - Jamboree Heights has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (10.7%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (10.7%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 75 to 84 has increased from 4.5% to 6.8%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has decreased from 12.0% to 10.7%, and the group aged 55 to 64 has dropped from 12.1% to 10.9%. By 2041, Middle Park - Jamboree Heights is projected to experience significant changes in its age composition. The population aged 75 to 84 is expected to grow by 37%, reaching 682 people from the current 496. This growth will be driven entirely by the aging population dynamic, with those aged 65 and above contributing all projected growth. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the groups aged 65-74 and 45-54.