The Range - Allenstown

The Range - Allenstown has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, The Range - Allenstown's population is around 8,162 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 173 people (2.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,989 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,149 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 15 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 1,484 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Regarding demographic trends, a population increase just below the median of Australian non-metropolitan areas is expected, with the area expected to increase by 786 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 9.5% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in The Range - Allenstown is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

The Range - Allenstown has seen around 14 new homes approved each year, totalling 73 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 4 approvals have been recorded. Given population has fallen over the past period, development activity has been adequate in relative terms, which is a positive for buyers, while new dwellings are developed at an average construction cost of $353,000. There have also been $10.6 million in commercial approvals this financial year, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development.

When measured against the Rest of Qld, The Range - Allenstown shows substantially reduced construction (54.0% below regional average per person). This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties. This level is similarly under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. New building activity shows 31.0% detached dwellings and 69.0% medium and high-density housing. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points and suits downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shows a considerable change from the current housing mix (currently 81.0% houses), reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With around 1689 people per dwelling approval, The Range - Allenstown reflects a highly mature market.

Looking ahead, The Range - Allenstown is expected to grow by 773 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

The Range - Allenstown has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total 12 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo Redevelopment, Rockhampton Hospital Emergency Department Expansion, Rockhampton Hospital Mental Health Unit Expansion, and the Rockhampton Hospital Cardiac Hybrid Theatre, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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While The Range - Allenstown retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.3%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking

The Range - Allenstown possesses a well-educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, and an unemployment rate of only 3.3%. As of December 2025, 4,268 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.7% below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Regional Qld's 65.4%. Based on Census responses, a low 7.0% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in health care & social assistance, with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average. Meanwhile, construction has a limited presence with 7.0% employment compared to 10.1% regionally. The ratio of 0.7 workers for each resident, as at the Census, indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the norm.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 3.4% combined with employment decreasing by 1.7%, resulting in the unemployment rate falling by 1.7 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Qld recorded employment growth of 0.7%, labour force growth of 1.0%, with unemployment rising 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within The Range - Allenstown. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to The Range - Allenstown's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.8% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

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

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the median income among taxpayers in The Range - Allenstown SA2 is $61,297, with an average of $76,307. This is very high nationally, and compares to Regional Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $67,372 (median) and $83,869 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in The Range - Allenstown, between the 41st and 45th percentiles. Income brackets indicate the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 28.7% of residents (2,342 people), aligning with the metropolitan region where this cohort likewise represents 31.7%. After housing, 86.4% of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

The Range - Allenstown is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure within The Range - Allenstown, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 80.6% houses and 19.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within The Range - Allenstown lagged that of Regional Qld, at 29.6%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (34.0%) or rented (36.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Regional Qld average at $1,473, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $280, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345. Nationally, The Range - Allenstown's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

The Range - Allenstown features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 62.0% of all households, comprising 26.1% couples with children, 22.5% couples without children, and 12.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 38.0%, with lone person households at 33.6% and group households comprising 4.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in The Range - Allenstown fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Educational attainment in The Range - Allenstown significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 28.9% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 15.9% in the SA4 region and 17.1% in the SA3 area. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 19.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 31.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (22.6%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 34.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 16.0% in secondary education, 8.8% in primary education, and 5.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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Health performance in The Range - Allenstown is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Critical health challenges are evident across The Range - Allenstown, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. A range of health conditions have marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 57% of the total population (~4,652 people), compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 9.5% and 9.0% of residents, respectively, while 65.3% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 16.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,366 people), which is lower than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

The Range - Allenstown was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.2% of its population being citizens, 86.5% born in Australia, and 91.7% speaking English only at home. The main religion in The Range - Allenstown is Christianity, which makes up 60.9% of the population. This compares to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in The Range - Allenstown are Australian, comprising 28.9% of the population, English, comprising 28.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 4.8% of The Range - Allenstown (vs 4.7% regionally), Scottish at 8.7% (vs 7.8%) and Australian Aboriginal at 4.2% (vs 3.9%).

The Range - Allenstown's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

At 37 years, The Range - Allenstown's median age is significantly below the Regional Qld average of 41 and is essentially aligned with the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Regional Qld average, the 15 - 24 cohort is notably over-represented (19.3% locally), while 65 - 74 year-olds are under-represented (7.8%). This 15 - 24 concentration is well above the national 12.5%. Following the 2021 Census, younger residents have shifted the median age down by 1.3 years to 37. In particular, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 15.9% to 19.3% of the population, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 12.0% to 13.4%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 12.7% to 10.0%. Demographic modeling suggests The Range - Allenstown's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 33%, adding 354 residents to reach 1,445. Conversely, the 5 to 14 and 55 to 64 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.