Park Avenue
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Park Avenue's population, as of August 2025, is approximately 5,549 people. This figure represents an increase of 257 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,292. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 5,516 in June 2024 and 16 new validated addresses recorded after the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,118 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Park Avenue's growth rate of 4.9% since the census is within 1.5 percentage points of the SA4 region's 6.4%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 38.8% of overall population gains during recent periods, though all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth were positive factors.

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, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 using 2022 data. Looking ahead, lower quartile growth is anticipated for Australia's non-metropolitan areas. Based on the latest population numbers, Park Avenue is expected to expand by 293 persons to reach 2041, with an overall increase of 4.7% over the 17-year period.

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

Park Avenue has averaged two development approvals per year over the past five years, totalling eleven. This low level of activity is typical of rural areas with modest housing needs and limited construction due to local demand and infrastructure capacity. Note that the small number of approvals can significantly impact annual growth statistics.

Compared to the rest of Queensland and national averages, Park Avenue has much lower development activity. Recent building activity consists solely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's rural character and emphasis on space. With approximately 1602 people per approval, Park Avenue indicates a mature, established area. By 2041, Park Avenue is projected to grow by 260 residents.

If current construction levels continue, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

Park Avenue has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 19 projects that could impact the region. Notable ones include Large Format Retail Development Moores Creek Road, Mildura Rise Estate, Former Bunnings Site Mixed-Use Development, and ALDI at Stockland Rockhampton. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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

Park Avenue has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. Essential services sectors are well represented.

The unemployment rate was 6.9% as of June 2025. There was an estimated employment growth of 3.7% over the past year. As of June 2025, 2,750 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 3.0% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation was similar to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Agriculture, forestry & fishing was under-represented with only 0.5% of Park Avenue's workforce compared to 4.5% in Rest of Qld. The worker-to-resident ratio was 0.7, indicating above-normal local employment opportunities. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 3.7%, labour force by 5.0%, leading to a 1.2 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. In contrast, Rest of Qld had employment growth of 1.8% and labour force growth of 2.0%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. State-level data from Sep-25 showed Queensland's employment contracted by 0.23%, losing 8,070 jobs, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National unemployment rate was 4.5% with national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts for Park Avenue suggest potential local employment growth of approximately 6.2% over five years and 13.3% over ten years based on industry-specific projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Park Avenue's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2022 was $55,011. The average income stood at $64,927 during the same period. This compares to figures for Rest of Qld's which were $50,780 and $64,844 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.71% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $61,453 (median) and $72,530 (average) as of March 2025. According to Census 2021 income data, household, family and personal incomes in Park Avenue all fall between the 19th and 28th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that 31.5% of locals (1,747 people) are in the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, which mirrors the metropolitan region where 31.7% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 21st percentile nationally.

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

Park Avenue's housing structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 86.7% houses and 13.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Park Avenue was at 30.4%, with the rest being mortgaged (35.2%) or rented (34.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent figure was $260, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $300. Nationally, Park Avenue's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,300 than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were 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 constitute 64.2% of all households, including 23.7% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 15.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 35.8%, with lone person households at 32.6% and group households making up 3.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Rest of 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's university qualification rate is 12.0%, notably lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 9.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.3%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.1%). Vocational credentials are common, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (7.9%) and certificates (33.5%). Educational participation is high at 28.8%, comprising 11.4% in primary, 8.2% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.

Park Avenue's three schools have a combined enrollment of 1,822 students as of the given date. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 959) with balanced educational opportunities. There are two primary and one secondary school serving distinct age groups. As an education hub, it offers 32.8 school places per 100 residents, significantly higher than the regional average of 17.6, attracting students from surrounding communities.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

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

Park Avenue faces significant health challenges, as indicated by data from March 2021.

Private health cover is prevalent at approximately 52% of the total population (~2,879 people), which exceeds the average for SA2 areas. The most common health issues in the area are arthritis and mental health problems, affecting 10.4% and 10.4% of residents respectively. Conversely, 60.8% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 64.7% across the rest of Queensland. As of March 2021, 18.2% of Park Avenue's population is aged 65 and over (1,008 people). The health outcomes among seniors in the area generally align with those of the broader 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's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 89.0% of its population being citizens, 92.2% born in Australia, and 95.0% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion in Park Avenue is Christianity, comprising 55.4% of the population, compared to 56.3% across Rest of Qld. In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are Australian (32.0%), English (30.2%), and Irish (8.3%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation is higher in Park Avenue at 6.5%, compared to 5.1% regionally; German representation is also slightly higher at 5.3% versus 4.9%; Maori representation is marginally higher at 0.6% compared to 0.5%.

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

The median age in Park Avenue is 35 years, which is lower than Rest of Qld's average of 41 years and under the national average of 38 years. The 25-34 age cohort is notably over-represented at 16.6% locally compared to Rest of Qld's average, while the 55-64 year-olds are under-represented at 9.3%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 35-44 age group grew from 11.7% to 13.6%, and the 25-34 cohort increased from 14.9% to 16.6%. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort declined from 9.7% to 8.3%, and the 55-64 group dropped from 10.5% to 9.3%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Park Avenue. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 23% (207 people), reaching 1,126 from 918. Meanwhile, both the 65-74 and 5-14 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.