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 12,278 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,290 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,988 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 12,276 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 100 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,916 persons per square kilometer. Upper Mount Gravatt's growth rate of 11.7% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average of 9.3%. 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 a base year of 2022. 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, Upper Mount Gravatt is predicted to grow exceptionally, placing it in the top 10 percent of national areas. By 2041, the area is expected to increase by 6,451 persons, reflecting a gain of 52.5% over the 16 years based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

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 over the past five financial years, totalling 419 homes. As of FY26110 approvals have been recorded. On average, 3 people per year move to the area for each new home constructed between FY21 and FY25, indicating solid demand that supports property values. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $424,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments.

This financial year has seen $25.7 million in commercial development approvals, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Upper Mount Gravatt has seen 11.0% more development per person over the past five years, maintaining good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. New building activity shows a skew towards compact living, with 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This marks a significant shift from the current housing pattern 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 AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Upper Mount Gravatt is projected to add 6,449 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Upper Mount Gravatt has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 30 projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include Upper Mt Gravatt Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct Plan, The Collective Residences, Rise Living, and Multiple Residential Developments - Dawson Road. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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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. The unemployment rate is 5.2% and there was estimated employment growth of 2.0% over the past year as of December 2025. There are 6,772 residents in work while the unemployment rate is 1.1% above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation is somewhat below standard at 67.6%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, 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 at 7.3% 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 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 by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates differing significantly between industry sectors. Applying these 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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Upper Mount Gravatt SA2 has an average national income. The median assessed income is $54,897 and 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 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Upper Mount Gravatt would be approximately $61,133 (median) and $75,373 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and personal incomes in Upper Mount Gravatt rank modestly, between the 37th and 45th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 33.5% of locals (4,113 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 income category, reflecting patterns seen in the region where 33.3% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Upper Mount Gravatt, with only 80.8% of income remaining, 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), compared to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Upper Mount Gravatt was 25.5%, similar to Brisbane metro, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.1% and rented ones at 46.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,967, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure 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, and 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 constitute the remaining 37.1%, with lone person households at 27.2% and group households comprising 9.8%. 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 has a notably high level of educational attainment among its residents aged 15 and above. Specifically, 40.0% hold university qualifications, which is higher than the Queensland average of 25.7% and the Australian average of 30.4%. This indicates a significant educational advantage for the area, positioning it favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 26.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%).

Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 27.3% of residents holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 10.8% and certificates for 16.5%. Educational participation is particularly high in Upper Mount Gravatt, 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

Upper Mount Gravatt has 84 operational public transport stops, all of which serve buses. These stops are covered by 65 different routes, collectively facilitating 10,634 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically living 155 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 77%, followed by buses at 14% and walking at 4%. On average, there are 1.1 vehicles per dwelling, below the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 18.4% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 1,519 trips daily 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, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment on August 20th, 2022. The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age groups.

The rate of private health cover stands at approximately 53% of the total population (around 6,458 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions in the area, affecting 8.4 and 6.7% of residents respectively. Conversely, 72.3% of residents reported being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population in Upper Mount Gravatt demonstrates better than average health outcomes. However, the area has 14.6% of residents aged 65 and over (1,791 people), with health outcomes among seniors presenting some challenges, broadly in line with national rankings for 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 has a high level of cultural diversity, with 35.3% of its population 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% of people. Buddhism is overrepresented compared to Greater Brisbane, making up 3.9% of Upper Mount Gravatt's population 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%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.5% and 3.4%, respectively.

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 younger than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and lower than the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Upper Mount Gravatt has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (21.4%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (7.1%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. According to post-2021 Census data, the percentage of residents aged 25-34 has increased from 20.5% to 21.4%, while the percentage of those aged 75-84 has decreased from 5.8% to 5.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Upper Mount Gravatt's age profile, with the strongest growth expected in the 25-34 cohort, which is projected to grow by 37%, adding 973 residents and reaching a total of 3,597.