Nundah

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

AreaSearch's analysis shows Nundah's population is approximately 15,134 as of Feb 2026. This figure represents an increase of 1,829 people (13.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,305. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 14,589 in Jun 2024 and an additional 173 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 4,123 persons per square kilometer, placing Nundah in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Nundah's growth of 13.7% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (9.1%) and the national average. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 77.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 using 2022 data as base year. Considering projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase is forecast for Nundah's top quartile of national statistical areas. The area is expected to increase by 3,984 persons to reach 17,118 by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 22.7% over the 17 years.

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

Nundah has averaged approximately 72 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 364 homes. As of FY-26, 9 approvals have been recorded. On average, 3.1 people moved to Nundah for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating significant demand outpacing supply. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $438,000, targeting the premium segment.

This financial year has seen $42.0 million in commercial approvals, reflecting high local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Nundah records about three-quarters the building activity per person and ranks among the 67th percentile nationally for areas assessed. New development consists of 24.0% detached houses and 76.0% attached dwellings, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. With around 399 people per approval, Nundah suggests a mature market.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Nundah is projected to add 3,439 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Nundah has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

The performance of a region is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 21 such projects that could potentially impact this area. Notable among these are Danby Lane - Nundah Village, Danby Lane, Circa Nundah Village, and the Toombul Shopping Centre Redevelopment. The following list provides details on those projects most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Nundah demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Nundah has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 3.7% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 11.1%.

As of that date, 10,466 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.3% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Nundah was 84.2%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 23.3% of residents worked from home. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade.

Nundah has a particular specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. However, construction is under-represented, with only 6.5% of Nundah's workforce compared to Greater Brisbane's 9.0%. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 11.1%, while labour force also increased by 11.1%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with a drop in unemployment of 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 14.1% over ten years. Applying these projections to Nundah's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Nundah SA2 has one of the highest incomes in Australia. The median income is $68,275 and the average income stands at $85,098. This contrasts with Greater Brisbane's figures where the median income is $58,236 and the average income is $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Nundah SA2 would be approximately $75,041 (median) and $93,531 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, individual earnings in Nundah SA2 rank at the 83rd percentile nationally ($1,058 weekly), while household income ranks lower at the 51st percentile. The earnings profile shows that 35.5% of locals (5,372 people) predominantly fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where 33.3% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Nundah SA2, with only 81.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 48th 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

The dwelling structure in Nundah, as per the latest Census, consisted of 23.4% houses and 76.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% 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 $1,863. The median weekly rent in Nundah was $370, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. 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% that are couples with children, 25.3% that are couples without children, and 7.7% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up 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, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

Educational attainment in Nundah is higher than Queensland (QLD) and Australian averages. 41.4% of residents aged 15+ have university qualifications compared to 25.7% in QLD and 30.4% Australia-wide. Bachelor degrees are 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+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 12.6% and certificates at 17.7%.

Educational participation is high in Nundah, 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.

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

Nundah has 78 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 40 routes, providing a total of 4,459 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 138 meters to the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from this primarily residential area. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 68%, while train accounts for 21%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.8 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 23.3% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 637 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 57 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Nundah is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Nundah faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 62% of the total population (9,322 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and 55.7% nationally.

The most common medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 11.2% of residents and asthma impacting 7.6%. A total of 70.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among the working-age population are typical. The area has 14.2% of residents aged 65 and over (2,142 people), lower than Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Nundah was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Nundah's population showed higher cultural diversity, with 20.3% speaking a language other than English at home and 30.9% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 42.4%. Hinduism was overrepresented at 6.7%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 2.2%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (25.6%), Australian (20.8%), and Other (11.6%). Notably, New Zealanders made up 1.0% of Nundah's population, Irish comprised 10.3%, and Welsh 0.7%, each higher than their regional counterparts.

Nundah's population is younger than the national pattern

Nundah's median age of 36 years is equal to Greater Brisbane's and is somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The 25-34 age group makes up 22.8% of Nundah's population, compared to Greater Brisbane's figure, while the 5-14 cohort is less prevalent at 7.1%. This concentration of the 25-34 age group is significantly higher than the national average of 14.4%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 3.2% to 4.8%, while the 65-74 cohort has risen from 6.8% to 7.9%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group has decreased from 24.6% to 22.8%. By 2041, Nundah's population is projected to see significant demographic changes. The 45-54 age cohort is expected to increase substantially by 717 people (37%), growing from 1,918 to 2,636. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort is projected to grow modestly by 3%, adding 19 people.