Allenstown

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

Allenstown's population, as of Nov 2025, is estimated at around 2,844. This reflects an increase of 82 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,762. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 2,839 following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,275 persons per square kilometer. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration.

AreaSearch adopts 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, applying proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Future population trends suggest an increase just below the median of regional areas across the nation by 296 persons to 2041, reflecting a 9.6% increase over 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Allenstown, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Allenstown has seen approximately 9 new homes approved annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 49 homes were approved, with an additional 3 approved so far in FY26. The average number of new residents per year arriving for each new home over these five years is approximately zero, indicating that supply meets or exceeds demand and supports potential population growth while providing greater buyer choice.

The average construction cost value of new homes over this period is $367,000, which is below regional norms, reflecting more affordable housing options. This financial year has seen $5.3 million in commercial approvals, suggesting the area's residential character. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Allenstown records 10.0% less building activity per person and ranks among the 26th percentile of areas assessed nationally. This results in relatively constrained buyer choice, supporting interest in existing dwellings. The new building activity shows a focus on higher-density living, with 75.0% townhouses or apartments and 25.0% detached dwellings. This shift marks a significant departure from the current housing pattern of 70.0% houses, suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs.

Allenstown has a population density of around 625 people per approval, indicating a mature, established area. Future projections estimate Allenstown will add approximately 273 residents by 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Present construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Allenstown has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include the Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo Redevelopment, Rockhampton Hospital Emergency Department Expansion, Rockhampton Ring Road project, and Bruce Highway Upgrade Program. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Allenstown are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Allenstown has a skilled workforce with prominent essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 7.2% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.9%.

As of June 2025, 1,461 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 3.3% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%, indicating room for improvement. Workforce participation in Allenstown is similar to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance (1.4 times the regional level), accommodation & food, and retail trade. Construction employs 7.3% of local workers, below Rest of Qld's 10.1%.

The area functions as an employment hub with 1.3 workers per resident. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 3.9%, labour force by 4.9%, leading to a 0.9 percentage point rise in unemployment. In contrast, Rest of Qld had employment growth of 1.8% and labour force growth of 2.0%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Sep-22 project national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, with varying growth rates between sectors. Applying these projections to Allenstown's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 14.2% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Allenstown's median income among taxpayers was $51,836 and average income stood at $67,216 in financial year 2022. These figures are slightly higher than Rest of Qld's median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844. By September 2025, estimated median income is approximately $59,088 and average income is around $76,620, based on a Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranks at the 28th percentile ($701 weekly) and household income sits at the 9th percentile. In Allenstown, 27.2% of residents (773 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, mirroring the surrounding region where 31.7% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 10th percentile.

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

In Allenstown, as per the latest Census evaluation, 70.1% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 29.9% consisting of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro Qld's dwelling structure, which was 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Allenstown stood at 23.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 26.0% and rented ones at 50.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,230, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent figure in Allenstown was $250, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $300. Nationally, Allenstown's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,230 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 51.2% of all households, including 19.0% couples with children, 16.5% couples without children, and 13.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 48.8%, with lone person households at 44.3% and group households comprising 4.6%. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

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

Allenstown's educational qualifications trail Australian averages; 21.1% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees compared to Australia's 30.4%. The gap suggests potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are most common at 13.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.5%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 34.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 8.6% and certificates at 26.3%.

Educational participation is high; 31.5% of residents are currently enrolled in formal education. This includes secondary (11.3%), primary (10.4%), and tertiary (4.8%) education. Allenstown State School and The Cathedral College serve a total of 1,669 students, with the area showing typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 959) and balanced educational opportunities. Educational provision is conventional, split between one primary and one secondary institution. Allenstown functions as an education hub with 58.7 school places per 100 residents - significantly above the regional average of 17.6 - attracting students from surrounding communities.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

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

Health data indicates significant health challenges in Allenstown, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is relatively high, with approximately 54% (~1,531 people) of the total population having it. The most frequent medical conditions are mental health issues (11.1%) and arthritis (9.1%), while 61.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 64.7% in the rest of Queensland. Allenstown has 13.9% (395 people) of its population aged 65 and over, lower than the 18.5% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors show some challenges, generally aligned with the overall population's health profile.

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

Allenstown had a cultural diversity score below average, with 84.0% of its population being citizens, 87.0% born in Australia, and 91.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Allenstown, comprising 56.0% of people. Notably, Judaism, which made up 0.3% of Allenstown's population, was overrepresented compared to the Rest of Qld where it comprised 0.0%.

In terms of ancestry, Australian was the top group at 29.0%, followed by English at 27.5% and Irish at 9.3%. There were notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal was overrepresented at 6.5% (vs regional 5.1%), German at 5.4% (vs 4.9%), and Maori at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).

Allenstown's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Allenstown's median age is 36, which is lower than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and Australia's median age of 38. The 15-24 cohort makes up 17.4% of Allenstown's population, higher than the Rest of Qld average, while the 65-74 year-olds comprise 8.1%, lower than the Rest of Qld average. Between 2021 and now, the median age has decreased by 1.1 years to 36 due to shifts in younger residents. Specifically, the 15-24 age group grew from 14.2% to 17.4%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 11.9% to 13.1%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort declined from 12.4% to 10.0%, and the 5-14 group dropped from 13.2% to 12.0%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Allenstown. Notably, the 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 37% (160 people), reaching 596 from 435. Meanwhile, both the 15-24 and 5-14 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.