Raceview
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Raceview's population, as of August 2025, is approximately 16,281. This figure represents an increase of 1,127 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 15,154. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates: 16,268 in June 2024 and an additional 355 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,779 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Raceview's growth rate of 7.4% since the census is close to the national average of 8.6%. The population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 46.7% of overall gains.

AreaSearch uses 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 from 2023 (based on 2021 data) are used, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts based on ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data. Future demographic trends suggest a population increase just below the median of statistical areas nationwide by 2041, with an expected growth of 967 persons and a total increase of 5.9% over 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Raceview among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Raceview has recorded approximately 94 residential properties granted approval annually. Development approval data provided by the Australian Bureau of Statistics is on a financial year basis, totalling 471 approvals from FY2021 to FY2025, with 1 approval so far in FY2026. On average, 1.7 people have moved to the area per dwelling built over the past five financial years. This indicates balanced supply and demand, stable market conditions, and new homes being constructed at an average cost of $441,000, aligning with regional trends.

In FY2026, $11.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting steady commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Raceview has roughly half the building activity per person and ranks among the 70th percentile of areas assessed nationally. New building activity comprises 23.0% standalone homes and 77.0% townhouses or apartments, promoting affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift reflects reduced development sites availability and changing lifestyle demands. The area has approximately 315 people per dwelling approval, leaving room for growth.

By 2041, Raceview is projected to grow by 954 residents. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond projections.

Raceview 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 24 projects potentially impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Ipswich AOD Residential Rehabilitation Facility (West Moreton Recovery), Monterea Land Holdings Monterea Estate, Raceview Rise, and Cross Street Kerb and Channel Rehabilitation, with the following list highlighting those most relevant.

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

Raceview has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, with essential services well represented. The unemployment rate is 5.1%.

Over the past year, employment has been relatively stable. As of June 2025, 7,852 residents are employed, but the unemployment rate is higher than Greater Brisbane's at 5.1% compared to 4.1%. Workforce participation is lower at 61.3% compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and retail trade.

Public administration & safety has a notable concentration with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are less represented at 4.1% compared to the regional average of 8.9%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 0.5%, labour force grew by 0.3%, leading to a decrease in unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded higher growth rates during the same period. State-level data from Sep-25 shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.23% with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. Nationally, unemployment was at 4.5%, and employment grew by 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Raceview's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.2%% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows Raceview had a median income among taxpayers of $54,974 with the average level at $61,330. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $55,645 and $70,520 across Greater Brisbane respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.71% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $61,411 (median) and $68,512 (average) as of March 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Raceview, between the 39th and 42nd percentiles. Distribution data shows 35.8% of the population (5,828 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, reflecting patterns seen at regional levels where 33.3% similarly occupy this range. After housing, 85.0% of income remains for other expenses.

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

Raceview's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 87.0% houses and 13.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This is compared to Brisbane metro's 88.4% houses and 11.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Raceview stood at 26.8%, with the rest being mortgaged (35.8%) or rented (37.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,408, lower than Brisbane metro's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent was recorded at $315, compared to Brisbane metro's $300. Nationally, Raceview's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 73.7% of all households, including 33.1% couples with children, 25.6% couples without children, and 14.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 26.3%, composed of 23.6% lone person households and 2.7% group households. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 13.2%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.5%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.9%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 42.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (32.2%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.8% in primary education, 9.2% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education. Bethany Lutheran Primary School and Raceview State School serve a total of 1,090 students, with Raceview demonstrating typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 998) and balanced educational opportunities. Both schools focus exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas. Local school capacity is limited at 6.7 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 18.0, resulting in many families traveling to nearby areas for schooling.

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

Raceview has 47 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by two distinct routes that together facilitate 371 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in Raceview is considered good, with residents typically situated 291 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 53 daily trips across all routes, translating to around seven weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Raceview faces significant health challenges, as indicated by health data.

Both younger and older age groups are affected by various health conditions. Private health cover is relatively low, at approximately 51% of the total population (~8,238 people). Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, impacting 11.1% and 9.9% of residents respectively. In comparison, 61.7% of Raceview residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, slightly lower than the 62.2% across Greater Brisbane. The area has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over (18.3%, or 2,977 people) compared to Greater Brisbane (15.3%). Health outcomes among seniors in Raceview are challenging, broadly aligning with the general population's health profile.

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

Raceview's cultural diversity was found to be below average. Its population was predominantly born in Australia, with 87.8% holding this origin. The majority were citizens, standing at 91.2%, while 94.2% spoke English only at home.

Christianity was the main religion, comprising 53.9% of Raceview's population, compared to 49.5% across Greater Brisbane. In terms of ancestry, the top groups were English at 30.2%, Australian at 30.1%, and German at 7.2%. Notably, Samoan representation was higher in Raceview at 1.0%, compared to 0.9% regionally. New Zealand and Maori representations also differed slightly from regional figures, being 0.9% and 0.8% respectively.

Raceview's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Raceview's median age is 36 years, matching Greater Brisbane's but slightly younger than the national average of 38 years. The 5-14 age group comprises 14.2% of Raceview's population, higher than Greater Brisbane's percentage. However, the 25-34 age cohort makes up only 12.4%, lower than Greater Brisbane's figure. From 2021 to present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 5.3% to 6.4%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has decreased from 15.4% to 14.2%, and the 25-34 age group has dropped from 13.5% to 12.4%. By 2041, Raceview's population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow by 689 people (66%), rising from 1,048 to 1,738. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will constitute 80% of total population growth, reflecting Raceview's aging demographic trend. In contrast, both the 15-24 and 0-4 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.