Regents Park - Heritage Park

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 the 2021 Census. By May 2026, it had increased to around 17,212, reflecting a growth of 1,180 people (7.4%). This increase is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 17,206 in June 2025 and the addition of 64 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density was 1,835 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 7.4% since the census is close to the national average of 9.3%, indicating strong growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 55.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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 from ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Based on projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth is anticipated, with the area expected to grow by 372 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of 2.1% over the 16 years.

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

Regents Park - Heritage Park has recorded approximately 22 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 113 homes were approved, with an additional 12 approved so far in FY-26. On average, for every home built over these years, there have been about 4.6 new residents annually, indicating significant demand exceeding supply.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $273,000, aligning with broader regional development trends. This financial year has seen approximately $23.9 million in commercial approvals, suggesting steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Regents Park - Heritage Park shows substantially reduced construction levels, with 92.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new homes typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. Nationally, this activity is also below average, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.

Recent construction in the location comprises approximately 88.0% standalone homes and 12.0% townhouses or apartments, sustaining its suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. The area has about 828 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. Looking ahead, Regents Park - Heritage Park is expected to grow by approximately 366 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Regents Park - Heritage Park has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that may impact this region. Notable projects include the Regents Park Principal Activity Centre Plan, The Avenues at Browns Plains, Crestmead Logistics Estate, and Regency Plaza Redevelopment. Below is a list of those most likely to be relevant.

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The labour market in Regents Park - Heritage Park shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Regents Park - Heritage Park has a balanced workforce comprising both white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors well-represented. As of December 2025, the unemployment rate is 2.6%. By that date, 9,563 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.5% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation stands at 72.3%, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, only 10.0% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade sectors. Notably, manufacturing employment is at 1.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical services have lower representation at 3.7%, compared to the regional average of 8.9%. Over the year ending December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 1.5% and employment declined by 0.6%, leading to a 0.9 percentage point drop in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 3.2%, with labour force expanding by 3.0% and unemployment falling by 0.1%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national 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 employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.7% over ten years.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released in financial year 2023, Regents Park - Heritage Park SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $53,742 and an average income of $59,673. These figures are lower than the national averages of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively for Greater Brisbane. Using Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated median and average incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $59,847 and $66,452 respectively. The 2021 Census shows household, family, and personal incomes in Regents Park - Heritage Park cluster around the 54th percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that 43.5% of the population (7,487 individuals) fall within the $1,500 to $2,999 income range, similar to the regional average of 33.3%. High housing costs consume 15.5% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 61st percentile.

Regents Park - Heritage Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Regents Park - Heritage Park's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 99.2% houses and 0.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Regents Park - Heritage Park stood at 23.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 53.1% and rented ones at 23.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,689, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure was $390, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Regents Park - Heritage Park's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $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 comprising 2.5%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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 is 15.7%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 40.5% of residents aged 15+ 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, comprising 11.6% in primary, 9.1% in secondary, and 3.9% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.6% in primary education, 9.1% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These are served by five distinct routes that together facilitate 689 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in the area is deemed good, with residents' average distance to the nearest stop being 215 meters. Predominantly residential, most inhabitants commute outwards, primarily using cars (92%). On average, there are 1.9 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm. Only 10% of residents work from home (as per the 2021 Census, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions).

Across all routes, an average of 98 trips occur daily, translating to roughly ten weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Regents Park - Heritage Park are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Health indicators suggest below-average outcomes in Regents Park - Heritage Park based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The level of common health conditions among the general population is somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts. Private health cover is very low at approximately 49% of the total population, which totals around 8,416 people.

This compares to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 8.8 and 8.1% of residents respectively. A total of 69.6% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 13.3% of residents aged 65 and over, which totals around 2,282 people. This is lower than the 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Regents Park - Heritage Park was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number 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. Christianity is the main religion in Regents Park-Heritage Park, comprising 46.6% of its population. The most notable overrepresentation is in the 'Other' category, which makes up 3.2% of the population compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are English (24.9%), Australian (22.8%), and Other (13.1%). There are also notable divergences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maori is overrepresented at 2.6% compared to 1.1% regionally, New Zealand at 1.5% versus 1.0%, and Samoan at 1.6% versus 0.9%.

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

Regents Park - Heritage Park's median age is nearly 35 years, close to Greater Brisbane's average of 36, but slightly younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Regents Park - Heritage Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (14.8%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.7%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 65-74 has grown from 6.9% to 8.6%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 45-54 has decreased from 13.1% to 11.8%, and those aged 25-34 have dropped from 13.8% to 12.7%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Regents Park - Heritage Park. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 69%, adding 430 residents to reach a total of 1,054. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 70% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Conversely, populations in the 0-4 and 5-14 age groups are projected to decline.