Upper Mount Gravatt

Upper Mount Gravatt lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Upper Mount Gravatt's population is around 12,093 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,105 people (10.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,988 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 12,081 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 99 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 2,872 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Upper Mount Gravatt's 10.1% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (9.8%) and the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts 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 applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Considering the projected demographic shifts, exceptional growth, placing it in the top 10 percent of national areas, is predicted over the period, with the area expected to increase by 7,119 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 58.8% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Upper Mount Gravatt was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Upper Mount Gravatt has seen around 83 new homes approved each year, with 419 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 103 so far in FY-26. With an average of 3 people per year moving to the area per new home constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), suggesting solid demand that supports property values, new homes are being built at an average construction value of $424,000—slightly above the regional average—suggesting a focus on quality developments. Additionally, $25.7 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, indicating steady commercial investment activity.

Relative to Greater Brisbane, Upper Mount Gravatt records somewhat elevated construction (12.0% above regional average per person over the 5 year period), maintaining good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. New building activity shows 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% townhouses or apartments. This skew toward compact living offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns (currently 58.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 100 people per dwelling approval, Upper Mount Gravatt shows characteristics of a growth area.

Looking ahead, Upper Mount Gravatt is expected to grow by 7,107 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Should current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Upper Mount Gravatt has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total 30 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Mt Gravatt Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct Plan, The Collective Residences, Rise Living, and Multiple Residential Developments - Dawson Road, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The employment landscape in Upper Mount Gravatt shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Upper Mount Gravatt has a highly educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of 5.2%, and 2.0% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 6,772 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.1% above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (68.9% compared to Greater Brisbane's 71.2%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 18.4% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area shows particularly strong specialization in accommodation & food, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level. On the other hand, construction is under-represented, with only 7.3% of Upper Mount Gravatt's workforce compared to 9.0% in Greater Brisbane. The ratio of 1.0 workers for each resident, as at the Census, indicates substantial local employment opportunities.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 2.0% while labour force increased by 2.6%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.6 percentage points. This compares to Greater Brisbane, where employment grew by 3.2%, labour force expanded by 3.0%, and unemployment fell 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Upper Mount Gravatt. 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 Upper Mount Gravatt's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the Upper Mount Gravatt SA2 is approximately average nationally, with the median assessed at $54,897 while the average income stands at $67,684. This contrasts with Greater Brisbane's figures of a median income of $58,236 and an average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $60,337 (median) and $74,391 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Upper Mount Gravatt, between the 37th and 45th percentiles. The earnings profile shows the predominant cohort spans 33.5% of locals (4,051 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen in the region where 33.3% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 80.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 41st percentile, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Upper Mount Gravatt displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure within Upper Mount Gravatt, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 58.1% houses and 41.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Upper Mount Gravatt was in line with that of Brisbane metro, at 25.5%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (28.1%) or rented (46.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Brisbane metro average at $1,967, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $415, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,863 and $380. Nationally, Upper Mount Gravatt's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Upper Mount Gravatt features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 62.9% of all households, comprising 24.4% couples with children, 26.4% couples without children, and 9.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 37.1%, with lone person households at 27.2% and group households comprising 9.8% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 people is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

Educational attainment in Upper Mount Gravatt significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 40.0% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 25.7% in QLD and 30.4% in Australia. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 26.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 27.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (16.5%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.6% in tertiary education, 7.8% in primary education, and 5.5% pursuing secondary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 84 active transport stops operating within Upper Mount Gravatt, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 65 individual routes, collectively providing 10,634 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 155 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 77%, with 14% by bus and 4% walking. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, which is below the regional average. Some 18.4% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 1,519 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 126 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Upper Mount Gravatt is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data reveals substantial challenges facing Upper Mount Gravatt, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover just leads that of the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the total population (~6,360 people). This compares to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane.

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be mental health issues and asthma, impacting 8.4 and 6.7% of residents, respectively, while 72.3% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 15.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,903 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Upper Mount Gravatt is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Upper Mount Gravatt scores highly on cultural diversity, with 35.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 41.0% born overseas. The main religion in Upper Mount Gravatt is Christianity, which makes up 42.8% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Buddhism, which comprises 3.9% of the population, compared to 2.0% across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Upper Mount Gravatt are English, comprising 20.9% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 26.8%, Australian, comprising 19.1% of the population, and Other, comprising 12.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 2.4% of Upper Mount Gravatt (vs 0.5% regionally), Chinese at 11.6% (vs 3.4%) and Samoan at 0.6% (vs 0.9%).

Upper Mount Gravatt's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

At 33 years, Upper Mount Gravatt's median age is slightly younger than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and significantly lower than the 38-year national average. Relative to Greater Brisbane, Upper Mount Gravatt has a higher concentration of 25 - 34 residents (20.1%) but fewer 5 - 14 year-olds (9.2%). This 25 - 34 concentration is well above the national 14.4%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 65 to 74 age group has grown from 5.7% to 6.8% of the population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 7.9% to 7.3%. Demographic modeling suggests Upper Mount Gravatt's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 42%, adding 1,016 residents to reach 3,442.