Park Avenue

Park Avenue is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Park Avenue's population is around 5,520 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 228 people (4.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,292 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 5,516 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 16 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 1,112 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Park Avenue's 4.3% growth since the census positions it within 2.5 percentage points of the SA4 region (6.8%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 38.8% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers, including interstate migration and natural growth, were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence, where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Looking at population projections moving forward, lower quartile growth of Australia's non-metropolitan areas is anticipated, with the area expected to expand by 293 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 5.2% in total over the 17 years.

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

Park Avenue experiences very limited development activity, averaging 2 approvals per year (totalling 11 across the past five years). Such low development levels are characteristic of rural areas where housing needs are modest and construction activity is naturally limited by local demand and infrastructure capacity. Note: given the small number of approvals, individual development projects can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Park Avenue naturally has much lower development activity compared to the Rest of Qld. The development pattern is also well below national averages. Further, recent building activity consists entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's rural nature with an emphasis on space. At around 1602 people per approval, Park Avenue shows a mature, established area.

Looking ahead, Park Avenue is expected to grow by 289 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Should current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

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

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total 20 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Large Format Retail Development Moores Creek Road, Mildura Rise Estate, Bruce Highway Upgrade Program, and North Rockhampton Sewage Treatment Plant UV Disinfection, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Park Avenue recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Park Avenue possesses a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with essential services sectors well represented, and an unemployment rate of 4.9%. As of December 2025, 2,690 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.9% above Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (63.2% compared to Regional Qld's 65.4%). Based on Census responses, a low 3.3% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 0.5% of Park Avenue's workforce compared to 4.5% in Regional Qld. The ratio of 0.7 workers for each resident, as at the Census, indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the norm.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, the 12-month period saw the labour force decrease by 3.4% combined with employment decreasing by 1.5%, causing unemployment to fall by 1.8 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld experienced employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Park Avenue. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Park Avenue's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Park Avenue SA2's income level is approximately average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Park Avenue SA2's median income among taxpayers is $57,589 and the average income stands at $67,773, which compares to figures for Regional Qld's of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $63,296 (median) and $74,489 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in Park Avenue all fall between the 19th and 27th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows the predominant cohort spans 31.5% of locals (1,738 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, mirroring the metropolitan region where 31.7% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 20th percentile.

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

Dwelling structure within Park Avenue, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 86.7% houses and 13.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Park Avenue was slightly lagging that of Regional Qld, at 30.4%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (35.2%) or rented (34.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Regional Qld average at $1,300, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $260, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345. Nationally, Park Avenue's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

Park Avenue features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 64.2% of all households, comprising 23.7% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 15.8% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 35.8%, with lone person households at 32.6% and group households comprising 3.1% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

Park Avenue faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (12.0%) substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 9.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.3%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.1%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (7.9%) and certificates (33.5%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.4% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Health performance in Park Avenue is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Critical health challenges are evident across Park Avenue, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. A range of health conditions have marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover just leads the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the total population (~2,903 people).

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 10.4% and 10.4% of residents, respectively, while 60.8% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 18.1% of residents aged 65 and over (997 people), which is lower than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Park Avenue is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Park Avenue was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.0% of its population being citizens, 92.2% born in Australia, and 95.0% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Park Avenue is Christianity, which makes up 55.4% of people in Park Avenue, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Park Avenue are Australian, comprising 32.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 26.5%, English, comprising 30.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 6.5% of Park Avenue (vs 3.9% regionally), German at 5.3% (vs 4.7%) and Maori at 0.6% (vs 0.8%).

Park Avenue's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The 35-year median age in Park Avenue is considerably lower than Regional Qld's average of 41 and similarly modestly under the 38-year national average. Compared to the Regional Qld average, the 25 - 34 cohort is notably over-represented (17.2% locally), while 55 - 64 year-olds are under-represented (9.1%). Post-2021 Census data shows the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 14.9% to 17.2% of the population, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 11.7% to 13.8%. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort has declined from 9.7% to 8.1% and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 13.6% to 12.1%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Park Avenue. Leading the demographic shift, the 25 to 34 group will grow by 19% (176 people), reaching 1,126 from 949. On the other hand, both the 65 to 74 and 5 to 14 age groups will see reduced numbers.