Narangba

Narangba lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Narangba's population was around 23,925 as of Feb 2026. This showed an increase of 3,011 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,914. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 23,135 in June 2024 and an additional 877 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a density ratio of 634 persons per square kilometer. Narangba's growth of 14.4% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average of 9.9%. The primary driver was interstate migration, contributing approximately 54.6% of overall population gains.

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 are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Future trends forecast a significant population increase, with Narangba expected to grow by 6,905 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 25.6% over the 17 years.

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

Narangba has seen approximately 239 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 1,195 homes were approved, with an additional 153 approved so far in FY-26. On average, about 2 people have moved to the area per new home constructed over these five financial years, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost value of new homes is around $253,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. This year, $37.1 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting robust commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Narangba records about three-quarters of the building activity per person, placing it among the 85th percentile nationally. This activity is well above average nationally, indicating strong developer confidence in the area.

New building activity comprises predominantly standalone homes (93.0%) with a smaller proportion of townhouses or apartments (7.0%), maintaining Narangba's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. With around 109 people per dwelling approval, Narangba exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Narangba is forecasted to gain approximately 6,115 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Narangba has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41stth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 35 projects that could impact the area. Notable ones include Moreton Bay Central, Narangba Central Shopping Centre, Narangba Heights Estate, and Narangba Innovation Precinct. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Narangba performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Narangba has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 1.7% in September 2025, lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 7.4%.

As of that date, 13,356 residents were in work and workforce participation was 76.0%, higher than Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 17.1% of residents worked from home. Leading employment industries among residents comprised health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area showed strong specialization in construction with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level, but lower representation in professional & technical services at 5.3% compared to the regional average of 8.9%.

Employment opportunities locally appeared limited as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 7.4% while labour force grew by 6.3%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 1.0 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with a 0.5 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Narangba's employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

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

In AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Narangba SA2's median income among taxpayers is $60,493 with an average of $68,812. This is slightly above the national average and compares to Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $66,488 (median) and $75,631 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Narangba cluster around the 71st percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 41.9% of locals (10,024 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 category, mirroring regional levels where 33.3% occupy this bracket. High housing costs consume 15.7% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 78th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Narangba is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Narangba's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, was 96.1% houses and 3.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Narangba stood at 19.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 56.2% and rented ones at 23.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,900, higher than Brisbane metro's $1,863. The median weekly rent in Narangba was $415, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Narangba's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,900, while rents were substantially above the national average of $375.

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

Family households account for 87.1% of all households, including 47.9% that are couples with children, 24.6% that are couples without children, and 13.7% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 12.9%, with lone person households at 11.1% and group households comprising 1.8% of the total. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Narangba aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate of 17.7%, as of the latest data, is significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives in the region. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 44.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas comprise 12.8% and certificates make up 31.6%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.8% in primary education, 11.1% in secondary education, and 4.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Narangba has 33 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 66 different routes, facilitating 2,134 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents typically located 495 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Car remains the primary mode of transport at 89%, while train accounts for 8%. On average, there are 1.9 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 17.1% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 304 trips daily across all routes, translating to approximately 64 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Narangba is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Narangba faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age cohorts.

The area has approximately 53% private health cover, slightly higher than the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Brisbane's 55.8%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 10.2% and 9.0% of residents respectively. Around 69.3% of residents report no medical ailments, similar to Greater Brisbane's 69.2%. Working-age residents have a higher prevalence of chronic health conditions than average. Narangba has 11.8% residents aged 65 and over (2,823 people), lower than Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with national rankings.

Narangba ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Narangba, as per the findings, showed lower cultural diversity with 80.7% of its residents born in Australia, 89.0% being citizens, and 93.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 46.3% of Narangba's population. However, the most notable disproportion was seen in the 'Other' category, comprising just 0.7% compared to Greater Brisbane's 1.3%.

Regarding ancestry, the top groups were English (31.5%), Australian (29.6%), and Scottish (7.7%). Notably, New Zealanders were overrepresented at 1.4%, Maori at 1.2%, and South Africans at 0.7% compared to regional averages of 1.0%, 1.1%, and 0.6% respectively.

Narangba's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Narangba has a median age of 34, which is slightly lower than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and substantially below Australia's median age of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Narangba has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 years (16.4%), but fewer residents aged 25-34 years (11.4%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 75-84 years has increased from 2.7% to 3.9%, while the 55-64 age group has risen from 9.0% to 10.1%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has decreased from 18.0% to 16.4%, and the 25-34 age group has fallen from 12.7% to 11.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 suggest significant demographic shifts in Narangba, with the 45-54 age cohort projected to grow by 34%, adding 1,181 residents to reach a total of 4,629. Meanwhile, the 0-4 age group is expected to grow by a modest 6% (95 people).