Rangeville

An assessment of population growth drivers in Rangeville reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Rangeville's population was 8,668 as of Feb 2021. By Feb 2026, it had increased to around 8,885, a rise of 217 people (2.5%). This growth is inferred from ABS data: an estimated resident population of 8,849 in June 2024 and 44 new addresses validated since the Census date. The population density was approximately 1,077 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration primarily drove this growth.

For projections, AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia data 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 adopted, based on 2021 data released in 2023. These state projections lack age category splits; thus, proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) are applied for each age cohort where necessary. Future trends suggest a population increase of around 600 persons by 2041, reflecting a gain of 6.3% over the 17 years based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

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

Rangeville has averaged approximately 15 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 78 homes. As of FY-26, 8 approvals have been recorded. On average, 2.6 people moved to the area per year for each new home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, reflecting strong demand that supports property values. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $424,000.

In FY-26, commercial approvals valued at $483,000 have been registered, indicating a predominantly residential focus compared to the rest of Queensland. Rangeville has significantly less development activity than the regional average (68.0% below), which typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. This is also lower than the national average, suggesting market maturity and possible development constraints. New development consists of 55.0% detached dwellings and 45.0% townhouses or apartments, offering choices across price ranges from spacious family homes to more affordable compact options. This shift reflects reduced availability of development sites and changing lifestyle demands and affordability requirements compared to the current housing mix of 84.0% houses. Rangeville has a population density of approximately 716 people per approval, indicating a mature, established area.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Rangeville is projected to add 564 residents by 2041. Development is keeping pace with projected growth, though increasing competition among buyers may arise as the population expands.

Rangeville has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified ten projects that may impact this region. Notable projects include Mater Dei Primary School Early Years Precinct, Parque Toowoomba, Emmerson Park District Park Upgrade, and Centenary Heights State High School Duane Music Excellence Centre. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Rangeville places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Rangeville has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors being well represented. The unemployment rate was 1.7% as of September 2025. There was an estimated employment growth of 4.6% over the past year.

As of September 2025, 4,544 residents were in work while the unemployment rate was 2.4% below Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation was somewhat below standard at 62.9%, compared to Rest of Qld's 65.7%. According to Census responses, only 9.8% of residents worked from home. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.

The area has a particularly notable concentration in health care & social assistance with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average. Meanwhile, accommodation & food services have limited presence with 5.5% employment compared to 8.3% regionally. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 4.6% while labour force increased by 4.1%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.5 percentage points in Rangeville. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment rise by 1.7%, labour force grow by 2.1%, and unemployment rise by 0.3 percentage points during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Rangeville's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

The Rangeville SA2 has a high national income level according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers is $60,767 and the average income stands at $74,505, compared to figures for Rest of Qld's of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $66,789 (median) and $81,888 (average). Census data shows household, family and personal incomes in Rangeville cluster around the 51st percentile nationally. Income distribution reveals that 31.7% of the population fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 31.7% in the same category. After housing costs, residents retain 87.5% of their income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Rangeville's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 84.0% houses and 16.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Rangeville was at 40.2%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (31.9%) or rented (27.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,586, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $340, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Rangeville's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Rangeville has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 70.0% of all households, including 27.0% couples with children, 31.6% couples without children, and 10.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 30.0%, with lone person households at 27.2% and group households comprising 2.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Rangeville exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Rangeville's educational attainment exceeds broader standards: 34.3% of residents aged 15+ have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in the rest of Queensland and 23.1% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 22.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.8%). Vocational credentials are also common: 31.7% of residents aged 15+ hold them, with advanced diplomas accounting for 10.7% and certificates for 21.0%. Educational participation is high, with 28.3% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.4% in secondary education, 9.3% in primary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Rangeville has five operational public transport stops, all offering bus services. These stops are served by one route collectively facilitating 64 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is limited with residents typically located 893 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Rangeville's primarily residential nature; cars remain the dominant mode at 95%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling, below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 9.8% of residents work from home, potentially reflecting COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages nine trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately twelve weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Rangeville is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Rangeville shows better-than-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Prevalence of common health conditions is low across both younger and older age groups.

Approximately 56% (~4,984 people) have private health cover, higher than Rest of Qld's 52.5%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (9.2%) and mental health issues (8.3%). About 65.3% report no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among working-age residents are typical. Around 23.8% (~2,111 people) are aged 65 and over, higher than Rest of Qld's 20.4%. Senior health outcomes are above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

Rangeville ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Rangeville was found to have a cultural diversity below average, with 84.7% of its population born in Australia, 90.9% being citizens, and 91.3% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion in Rangeville is Christianity, comprising 62.7% of the population, compared to 52.2% across the rest of Queensland. The top three ancestry groups in Rangeville are English (28.9%), Australian (25.7%), and Irish (11.6%).

Notably, certain ethnic groups have higher representation than average: German at 7.6% (regional average is 4.7%), Scottish at 9.0% (regional average is 7.8%), and Sri Lankan at 0.4% (regional average is 0.1%).

Rangeville hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Rangeville's median age is 43 years, which is higher than the Rest of Qld average of 41 and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The percentage of residents aged 85+ is 4.2%, compared to Rest of Qld, while those aged 55-64 make up 10.6%. According to data from the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 has increased from 12.2% to 13.8%, and those aged 25-34 have risen from 9.8% to 11.2%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 5-14 has decreased from 13.4% to 11.4%, and those aged 45-54 have dropped from 12.9% to 11.3%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Rangeville's age profile. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow by 60%, adding 223 residents to reach 597. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 65-74 and 5-14 cohorts.