Regents Park - Heritage Park
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Regents Park - Heritage Park's population was 16,032 as of Aug 2021. By Jun 2024, it had increased to 17,046, a rise of 1,014 people (6.3%). This growth is attributed to an estimated resident population increase and 63 new addresses since the census date. The population density reached 1,817 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average. The area's 6.3% growth since the census was close to the national average of 8.6%. Natural growth contributed approximately 51.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 from 2023 based on 2021 data are used. Proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections are applied where state projections lack age category splits. Based on projected demographic shifts, the area is expected to grow by 574 persons by 2041, representing a total gain of 3.4% over 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Regents Park - Heritage Park recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Regents Park - Heritage Park has recorded approximately 22 residential properties granted approval annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis. Over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, around 113 homes have been approved. As of FY-26, four residential properties have already received approval.

On average, over these five years, each home built has resulted in approximately 4.6 new residents per year. This supply is significantly lagging behind demand, indicating heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average expected construction cost value for new dwellings is around $425,000, aligning with broader regional development trends. In FY-26, $23.9 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting balanced commercial development activity compared to residential development. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Regents Park - Heritage Park has significantly less development activity, with 92.0% below the regional average per person.

This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties. The area's recent construction comprises approximately 88.0% detached houses and 12.0% medium to high-density housing, preserving its suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. As of now, there are approximately 828 people per dwelling approval in the location, indicating an established market. Looking ahead, Regents Park - Heritage Park is expected to grow by around 574 residents through to 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that could impact the region. Notable ones include the Regents Park Principal Activity Centre Plan, Crestmead Logistics Estate, Park Ridge Connector, and Regency Plaza Redevelopment. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Regents Park - Heritage Park ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Regents Park - Heritage Park has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, heavily represented by manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate in June 2025 was 2.8%, lower than the previous year's estimated growth of 5.4%.

As of this date, 9,969 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.3% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. The workforce participation rate is 68.4%, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Residents are predominantly employed in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade sectors. Manufacturing stands out with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 3.7% compared to the regional average of 8.9%. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 5.4%, while labour force grew by 4.8%, reducing unemployment by 0.5 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 4.4%, labour force expand by 4.0%, and unemployment fall by 0.4 percentage points. Statewide in Queensland as of Sep-25, employment contracted by 0.23% (losing 8,070 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Regents Park - Heritage Park's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.0%% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

In financial year 2022, Regents Park - Heritage Park had a median taxpayer income of $51,299 and an average income of $56,867. These figures are lower than the national averages of $55,645 for Greater Brisbane and $70,520 nationally. By March 2025, adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.71%, estimated median income would be approximately $57,306 and average income $63,526. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Regents Park - Heritage Park cluster around the 54th percentile nationally. Income analysis shows that 43.5% of the population (7,415 individuals) fall within the $1,500-$2,999 income range, similar to the regional average of 33.3%. Housing costs consume 15.5% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 62nd percentile.

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

Regents Park - Heritage Park's dwellings were 99.2% houses and 0.8% others at the latest Census, compared to Brisbane metro's 89.2% houses and 10.9% others. Home ownership was 23.1%, with mortgaged properties at 53.1% and rented dwellings at 23.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,689, higher than Brisbane metro's $1,600. Median weekly rent was $390, compared to Brisbane metro's $360. Nationally, mortgage repayments were lower ($1,863) and rents higher ($375).

Regents Park - Heritage Park features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 85.1% of all households, including 42.7% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 15.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.9%, with lone person households at 12.3% and group households making up 2.5%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 3.0.

Educational outcomes in Regents Park - Heritage Park fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate of 15.7% is significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 11.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Vocational credentials are prominent, with 40.5% of residents aged 15 and above holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (29.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education at 11.6%, secondary education at 9.1%, and tertiary education at 3.9%. The three schools in Regents Park - Heritage Park have a combined enrollment of 2,331 students as of the latest data. These schools focus exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. As of 2016, the area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 985) with balanced educational opportunities.

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

Regents Park - Heritage Park has 66 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by five different routes that together facilitate 683 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents on average located 215 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 97 trips per day, equating to roughly ten weekly trips per individual stop.

Regents Park - Heritage Park's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data shows that Regents Park - Heritage Park residents have relatively good health outcomes overall. The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low among the general population but higher than the national average for older and at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 48% of the total population (~8,233 people) has private health cover, which is lower than the national average of 55.3%. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 8.8% and 8.1% of residents respectively. Around 69.6% of residents report having no medical ailments, similar to the 69.2% figure for Greater Brisbane. The area has 12.9% of residents aged 65 and over (2,197 people). Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those in the broader population.

Regents Park - Heritage Park was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Regents Park-Heritage Park was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 31.7% of its population born overseas and 24.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion in Regents Park-Heritage Park is Christianity, making up 46.6% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 3.2%, slightly higher than the 2.7% average across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (24.9%), Australian (22.8%), and Other (13.1%). Some ethnic groups show notable variations: Maori is overrepresented at 2.6% compared to the regional average of 3.2%, New Zealand representation matches the regional average of 1.5%, and Samoan is present at 1.6%, lower than the regional average of 3.0%.

Regents Park - Heritage Park's population is younger than the national pattern

At age 35 years, Regents Park - Heritage Park's median age is nearly matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years, which is somewhat younger than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Regents Park - Heritage Park has a higher concentration of residents aged 55-64 (12.8%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.7%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the population aged 65 to 74 has grown from 6.9% to 8.1%, while the 75 to 84 age group increased from 2.7% to 3.8%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age cohort has declined from 13.1% to 11.8%, and the 25 to 34 age group decreased from 13.8% to 12.7%. Population forecasts for 2041 suggest significant demographic changes in Regents Park - Heritage Park, with the 75 to 84 cohort projected to grow by 81%, adding 518 residents to reach a total of 1,159. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 70% of population growth, underscoring trends towards demographic aging. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age cohorts.