Norman Gardens
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Norman Gardens' population is approximately 11,279 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 570 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,709. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 11,204 in June 2024 and additional 127 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 313 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Norman Gardens has shown resilient growth with a compound annual growth rate of 1.1%, outperforming its SA3 area. Natural growth contributed approximately 45.5% to overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Proportional growth weightings are applied for age cohorts according to ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data. Based on projected demographic shifts, Norman Gardens is expected to increase by 1,136 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 9.4% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Norman Gardens when compared nationally

Norman Gardens has recorded approximately 26 residential properties granted approval each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 131 homes were approved, with an additional 26 approved so far in FY26. On average, for every home built over these years, around 4.1 new residents have been added annually.

This supply is significantly lagging demand, indicating heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction value of new properties is $257,000, which is below regional norms, reflecting more affordable housing options. In FY26, commercial development approvals totaled $38.9 million, demonstrating high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Norman Gardens shows approximately 62% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 38th percentile nationally in terms of property choices for buyers, suggesting limited options and supporting demand for existing dwellings.

This lower-than-average national activity may reflect the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New development consists predominantly of standalone homes (83.0%) with a smaller proportion of attached dwellings (17.0%), maintaining the area's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 525 people, indicating a quiet, low-activity development environment. Future projections anticipate Norman Gardens adding approximately 1,061 residents by 2041. Building activity appears to be keeping pace with these growth projections, though buyers may still experience heightened competition as the population grows.

Norman Gardens has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 35 projects that could affect the region. Notable initiatives include Capricorn Square Essential Service Centre, The Gardens Estate in Norman Gardens, Ninja-Themed Playground on Springfield Drive, and Central Queensland University's Norman Gardens Campus.

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Employment performance in Norman Gardens exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Norman Gardens has a skilled workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 3.5% as of June 2025, which is 0.4% lower than the Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.3%. There are 6,316 residents currently employed, with workforce participation at 63.4%, slightly higher than Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. Health care & social assistance has a particularly high concentration, being 1.2 times the regional average.

However, construction is under-represented at 6.2%, compared to Rest of Qld's 10.1%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Over the past year, employment increased by 4.3% while labour force grew by 5.3%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.9 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment growth of 1.8% and labour force growth of 2.0%, with a smaller unemployment rate increase of 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May 2025, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Norman Gardens's employment mix suggests local growth could be approximately 6.4% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for localised population projections.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Norman Gardens' median income among taxpayers is $57,652. The average income is $68,044. This is higher than the national average. Rest of Qld has a median income of $50,780 and an average of $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $65,718 (median) and $77,563 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Norman Gardens are at the 54th percentile nationally. The income distribution shows that 33.9% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which aligns with the surrounding region's 31.7%. After housing costs, residents retain 87.2% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. Norman Gardens' SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Norman Gardens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Norman Gardens, as per the latest Census, 87.1% of dwellings were houses while 12.8% consisted of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. In contrast, Non-Metro Qld had 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Norman Gardens stood at 33.5%, similar to Non-Metro Qld's figure. Mortgaged dwellings accounted for 37.7% and rented ones made up 28.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,625, exceeding the Non-Metro Qld average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in Norman Gardens was $300, aligning with the Non-Metro Qld figure but significantly lower than the national average of $375. Nationally, mortgage repayments were higher at $1,863.

Norman Gardens has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 74.5% of all households, including 33.0% couples with children, 28.4% couples without children, and 11.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.5%, with lone person households at 22.9% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Norman Gardens fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Educational qualifications in Norman Gardens lag behind regional benchmarks, with 22.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to the national average of 30.4%. This disparity indicates potential for educational development and skill enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 15.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 35.5% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 8.7% while certificates make up 26.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 31.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.3% in primary, 9.3% in secondary, and 6.0% pursuing tertiary education. Norman Gardens has three schools with a combined enrollment of 1,104 students as of the latest data. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 990) offering balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes one primary, one secondary, and one K-12 school. School places per 100 residents (9.8) are below the regional average (17.6), suggesting some students may attend schools in nearby areas. Note that where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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Health performance in Norman Gardens is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Norman Gardens faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across various age groups, particularly among older cohorts.

Approximately 53% (~6,022 people) of its total population has private health cover. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 9.0% of residents and arthritis impacting 7.6%. A majority, 67.8%, report being free from medical ailments compared to the Rest of Qld's 64.7%. The area has 17.4% (1,961 people) of its population aged 65 and over, lower than the Rest of Qld's 18.5%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to the specific challenges they face.

In terms of cultural diversity, Norman Gardens records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Norman Gardens' cultural diversity aligns with the broader region's average, as indicated by its population statistics: 87.5% citizens, 83.3% born in Australia, and 85.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Norman Gardens, comprising 59.5%, compared to 56.3% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (29.8%), English (28.2%), and Other (7.5%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation is higher at 4.9% in Norman Gardens than the regional average of 5.1%. Similarly, German representation stands at 4.7%, slightly above the regional figure of 4.9%. Filipino representation is also higher at 2.2%, compared to the regional average of 1.0%.

Norman Gardens's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

At 37 years, Norman Gardens's median age is significantly below the Rest of Qld average of 41, aligning essentially with the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Rest of Qld average, the 15-24 cohort is notably over-represented at 13.8% locally, while the 55-64 year-olds are under-represented at 10.8%. Following the Census conducted on August 10, 2021, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 12.6% to 13.8%, and the 65 to 74 cohort increased from 8.5% to 9.6%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 14.5% to 12.3%. Demographic modeling suggests Norman Gardens's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 29%, adding 469 residents to reach 2,062. On the other hand, both the 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 age groups will see reduced numbers.