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

Upper Mount Gravatt's population is around 12,093 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,105 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,988 people. The change was 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 level of population 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 growth of 10.1% 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.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. Considering projected demographic shifts, exceptional growth is predicted over the period with the area expected to increase by 7,119 persons to 2041 based on 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 approximately 83 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25419 homes were approved, with an additional 102 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, 3 people moved to the area per new home constructed over these five years, indicating solid demand that supports property values.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $424,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. This year, $25.7 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Upper Mount Gravatt records elevated construction levels, with 12.0% more dwellings approved per person over the past five years. This maintains good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. New building activity shows a skew towards compact living, with 67.0% townhouses or apartments and 33.0% detached houses.

This marks a significant shift from existing housing patterns, which currently consist of 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. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Upper Mount Gravatt is expected to grow by 7,107 residents through to 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 30 projects likely to impact the area. Notable ones include Mt Gravatt Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct Plan, The Collective Residences, Rise Living, and Multiple Residential Developments - Dawson Road. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Upper Mount Gravatt recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Upper Mount Gravatt has a highly educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate as of September 2025 was 5.6%. Employment stability in the area over the past year remained relative.

As of that date, 6,606 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.6% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was somewhat below standard at 67.4%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, a moderate 18.4% of residents worked from home. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training.

The area has particular employment specialization in accommodation & food, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, construction is under-represented, with only 7.3% of Upper Mount Gravatt's workforce compared to Greater Brisbane's 9.0%. The ratio of 1.0 workers for each resident indicates substantial local employment opportunities. Over the 12 months to September 2025, labour force levels increased by 0.7%, while employment decreased by 0.2%, resulting in an unemployment rate rise of 0.9 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with unemployment falling by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insights into potential future demand within Upper Mount Gravatt. These projections estimate national employment expansion at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but 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.

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

Upper Mount Gravatt SA2 had an average income of $67,684 and a median income of $54,897 in the financial year 2023. This is slightly lower than Greater Brisbane's average income of $72,799 and median income of $58,236 during the same period. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $74,391 on average and $60,337 as median, based on a 9.91% growth in wages since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Upper Mount Gravatt rank between the 37th and 45th percentiles. The majority of residents (33.5%, or 4,051 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, similar to the regional pattern where 33.3% fall into this income bracket. Housing affordability is a significant issue in Upper Mount Gravatt, with only 80.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 41st percentile. 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

Upper Mount Gravatt's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 58.1% houses and 41.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Upper Mount Gravatt was 25.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.1% and rented ones at 46.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,967, higher than Brisbane metro's $1,863. Median weekly rent was $415, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Upper Mount Gravatt's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,967 versus the Australian average of $1,863. Rents were 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 account for 62.9% of all households, including 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%, consisting of 27.2% lone person households and 9.8% group households. The median household size is 2.4 people, which 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

Upper Mount Gravatt's educational attainment is notably higher than broader averages. Among residents aged 15+, 40.0% have university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in Queensland (QLD) and 30.4% nationally. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 26.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 27.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 16.5%.

Educational participation is high, with 33.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 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

Upper Mount Gravatt has 84 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are used by 65 different routes, collectively providing 10,634 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 155 meters to the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from this primarily residential area. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 77%, followed by bus at 14% and walking at 4%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 18.4% of residents work from home, which 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

Upper Mount Gravatt faces significant health challenges, according to 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.

Private health cover is more prevalent than average at approximately 53% of the total population (~6,360 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 8.4 and 6.7% of residents respectively. Conversely, 72.3% of residents declare themselves 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's population shows significant cultural diversity, with 35.3% speaking a language other than English at home and 41.0% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Upper Mount Gravatt, comprising 42.8%. Buddhism, however, is more prevalent here compared to Greater Brisbane, making up 3.9% versus 2.0%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (20.9%), Australian (19.1%), and Other (12.4%). Notably, Korean (2.4%) and Chinese (11.6%) populations are higher than the regional averages of 0.5% and 3.4%, respectively, while Samoan is slightly lower at 0.6%.

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

Upper Mount Gravatt has a median age of 33 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and significantly lower than Australia's national average of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Upper Mount Gravatt has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (20.1%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (9.2%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is well above the national average of 14.4%. According to post-2021 Census data, the proportion of residents aged 65-74 has grown from 5.7% to 6.8%, while the proportion of those aged 55-64 has declined from 7.9% to 7.3%. Demographic modeling suggests that Upper Mount Gravatt's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the strongest projected growth in the 25-34 age cohort, which is expected to increase by 42%, adding 1,016 residents and reaching a total of 3,442.