Nundah
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Nundah's population was approximately 14,859 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,554 people from the 2021 Census total of 13,305. The change is inferred from an estimated resident population of 14,597 in June 2024 and an additional 172 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 4,048 persons per square kilometer, placing Nundah in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 11.7% growth between the 2021 Census and November 2025 exceeded both the SA4 region (8.6%) and the national average. Overseas migration contributed approximately 77.5% of overall population gains during recent periods in Nundah.

AreaSearch adopts 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 used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) are applied for each age cohort when utilised. Population projections indicate a significant increase for Nundah, with an expected rise of 3,984 persons to reach 18,843 by 2041. This would represent a total gain of 25.0% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Nundah among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Nundah averaged approximately 72 new dwelling approvals annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25364 homes were approved, with an additional 8 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 3.1 new residents arrived per year for each dwelling constructed over the past five financial years.

This significant demand exceeds supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of new dwellings was $438,000, indicating a focus on the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY-26, there have been $42.0 million in commercial approvals, suggesting high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Nundah has about three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 67th percentile nationally.

Recent construction consists of 24.0% detached dwellings and 76.0% townhouses or apartments, promoting higher-density living which creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. Nundah's population density is around 399 people per approval, indicative of a mature market. Projections estimate Nundah's resident growth to reach 3,714 by 2041. If current development rates persist, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

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

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Nundah significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Nundah has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 3.4% as of June 2025.

This rate is 0.7% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Nundah is 73.2%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 10.9%. As of June 2025, 10,095 residents are employed.

The area shows strong specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Conversely, construction has lower representation at 6.5% compared to the regional average of 9.0%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 10.9%, while labour force increased by 10.6%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 4.4%, labour force growth of 4.0%, with unemployment falling by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest potential future demand within Nundah. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Nundah's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, although this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

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

Nundah has a median taxpayer income of $64,171 and an average income of $80,912 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is among the highest in Australia, contrasting with Greater Brisbane's median income of $55,645 and average income of $70,520. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $73,149 (median) and $92,232 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows individual earnings rank at the 83rd percentile nationally ($1,058 weekly), though household income ranks lower at the 51st percentile. The $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 35.5% of Nundah's community (5,274 individuals). Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 49th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Nundah features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Nundah's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 23.4% houses and 76.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro, in contrast, had 56.6% houses and 43.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Nundah stood at 15.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.8% and rented ones at 56.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, lower than Brisbane metro's $1,950. The median weekly rent in Nundah was $370, compared to Brisbane metro's $400. Nationally, Nundah's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Nundah features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 51.4% of all households, including 16.5% couples with children, 25.3% couples without children, and 7.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 48.6%, with lone person households at 41.4% and group households comprising 7.2%. The median household size is 2.0 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.3.

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

Educational attainment in Nundah is notably higher than broader benchmarks. As of [date], 41.4% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in Queensland and 30.4% nationwide. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 28.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.0%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 30.3% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas make up 12.6% and certificates 17.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 26.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.2% in tertiary education, 6.2% in primary education, and 4.6% pursuing secondary education. Nundah's three schools have a combined enrollment of 1,414 students as of [date], with the area demonstrating above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1090). Education provision is balanced, with two primary and one secondary school serving distinct age groups. School places per 100 residents (9.6) are below the regional average (12.7), indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

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

Public transport analysis conducted in Nundah shows 75 active transport stops operating within the area. These include a mix of train and bus services. The stops are serviced by 36 individual routes, collectively providing 4,489 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 139 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 641 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 59 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Nundah is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Nundah shows higher health outcomes compared to national averages.

Common health conditions are less prevalent in the general population but higher among older cohorts at risk. Private health cover is exceptionally high, with approximately 60% of Nundah's total population of 8,885 people having it. Mental health issues and asthma were found to be the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 11.2% and 7.6% of residents respectively. 70.7% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, similar to Greater Brisbane's figure of 70.7%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over compared to national averages, with 13.4% (1,988 people) falling into this age group. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those in the broader population.

Nundah 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

Nundah, as per data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics Census 2016, showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets with 20.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 30.9% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Nundah, accounting for 42.4% of people. Hinduism stood out as overrepresented in Nundah at 6.7%, compared to 4.5% across Greater Brisbane.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English (25.6%), Australian (20.8%), and Other (11.6%). Notable divergences included New Zealand (1.0% vs regional 1.0%), Irish (10.3% vs regional 10.1%), and Welsh (0.7% vs regional 0.5%).

Nundah's population is younger than the national pattern

Nundah's median age is 35 years, closely approaching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and slightly younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Nundah has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (23.9%), but fewer residents aged 5-14 (7.2%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the proportion of Nundah's population aged 75 to 84 has increased from 3.2% to 4.4%, while the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has decreased from 24.6% to 23.9%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes for Nundah's population. The 45-54 age group is expected to grow by 41%, adding 762 residents to reach a total of 2,636. Conversely, the 0-4 age group is projected to show minimal growth of just 3%, with an increase of only 22 people.