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Bentley Park has an estimated 9,319 residents, up 11.5% since the 2021 Census, with 42 projects tracked in the area around Bentley Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated approximately 1,380 kilometres northwest from Brisbane CBD in Queensland, Australia, the suburb of Bentley Park is an attractive, family-oriented community recognised for its serene setting, leafy parks, and extensive recreational areas that support outdoor leisure. Drawing families and working professionals alike, the locality provides a wide range of retail, education, and healthcare amenities that underpin an enviable everyday lifestyle. Supported by an expanding commercial and residential profile, the suburb of Bentley Park recorded an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of around 9,319 as of Aug 2026 based on annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address updates. This reflects a moderate population increase of 959 people (11.5%) above the 8,360 residents counted at the 2021 Census.
Demographically, the suburb of Bentley Park is characterised by an above-average household size and a prominent presence of young families, highlighted by elevated proportions of residents aged 0 to 4yo and 5 to 14yo.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated approximately 1,380 kilometres northwest from Brisbane CBD in Queensland, Australia, the suburb of Bentley Park is an attractive, family-oriented community recognised for its serene setting, leafy parks, and extensive recreational areas that support outdoor leisure. Drawing families and working professionals alike, the locality provides a wide range of retail, education, and healthcare amenities that underpin an enviable everyday lifestyle. Supported by an expanding commercial and residential profile, the suburb of Bentley Park recorded an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of around 9,319 as of Aug 2026 based on annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address updates. This reflects a moderate population increase of 959 people (11.5%) above the 8,360 residents counted at the 2021 Census.
Demographically, the suburb of Bentley Park is characterised by an above-average household size and a prominent presence of young families, highlighted by elevated proportions of residents aged 0 to 4yo and 5 to 14yo.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,624 in 2006 and 9,214 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,319 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 16.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 41.6%.
Bentley Park ranks in the 82nd percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 73rd for development activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Bentley Park is $655 a week, up 6.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 2% above Regional Qld.
2% above Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $381 in 2017, $655 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Cairns - South | $516 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Cairns - South, over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Cairns | $545 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Cairns, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 5 tracked applications: 0 approved, 0 under assessment, 5 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 42 projects in and around Bentley Park, 14 of them under construction.
The Outlook is a premier master-planned residential community in Bentley Park, Cairns. The estate offers large, elevated lots ranging from 826m2 to 1117m2, bordered by World Heritage rainforest and providing panoramic views of the local mountain ranges.
Cherrybrook is a master-planned residential community in Bentley Park, Cairns, featuring over 330 lots across 38.6 hectares. Fringed by World Heritage Rainforest, the estate offers custom homes and house and land packages with proximity to schools, retail, and the Walker Road Sporting Precinct.
A 13.9 hectare mixed-use master planned development at the southern gateway to Cairns, now marketed as Cairns Gateway Estate. The site sits at the intersection of the Bruce Highway A1 and Riverstone Road (Gillies Highway), with 474m of highway frontage.
Pinecrest is a master planned residential community at Mount Peter, about 15 minutes south of Cairns CBD. The estate is being delivered in staged releases, with Rocky Creek Stage 3 lots currently promoted for sale and further subdivision approvals progressing through Cairns Regional Council.
Cairns Regional Council is progressing a community and multicultural centre at Tiffany Street, White Rock to provide social facilities, outreach services and inclusive meeting space for White Rock and Cairns multicultural communities.
A 212-hectare masterplanned business, industrial, retail, health and recreation precinct fronting the Bruce Highway at Edmonton, south of Cairns. The masterplan was approved and provides more than 100,000 square metres of gross floor area across six flexible stages.
Parkside Estate is a boutique residential subdivision of 25 lots in the southern Cairns growth corridor at Edmonton. Lot sizes range from 622 to 923 square metres, catering to families seeking generous land in a quiet, community-focused setting.
The North Queensland Youth Alcohol and Other Drug Service (NQYAODS) is a $19.3 million, 10-bed residential rehabilitation facility providing 24/7 specialist care for young people aged 13-18.
A new off-road cycleway next to the Bruce Highway providing a safer, direct active transport link for bike riders and pedestrians between Cairns southern suburbs and the city. The section from Bana Gindarja Creek in Edmonton to Caleb Shang Bridge in White Rock is open, giving a 16 km uninterrupted cycleway through to Riverstone Road in Gordonvale.
Sugarworld Estate is a masterplanned residential land estate in Edmonton by JAC Group, comprising The Heights and The Terrace precincts near Sugarworld Adventure Park. The estate provides fully serviced residential lots with mountain and Cairns district views, around 20 minutes from Cairns CBD and the airport.
Remediation of the Bayview Heights water reservoir in Cairns, part of a package to extend the service life of nine reservoirs across the region. The reservoir was taken offline in mid-2024 after deterioration to its concrete roof was found, and a re-lining attempt failed.
The Cairns South State Development Area (SDA) is a 1159-hectare strategic industrial and logistics hub established to drive economic diversification in Far North Queensland. Spanning two precincts at Wrights Creek and Gordonvale, it facilitates regionally significant projects including an intermodal transport terminal and rail-dependent industries.
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Estimated completion year of the 28 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 10, 2027 9, 2028 3, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 1. 2 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 5 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bentley Park over the past 5 years, none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 3, 2023 1, 2024 1, 2025 0, 2026 (to Oct) 0.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 76th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 63 | ABS building approvals | 66th percentile nationally |
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Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bentley Park spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
The suburb of Bentley Park ranks in the top 20% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Bentley Park among the top 27% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Bentley Park area has seen 112 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Bentley Park's current population of 9,319 has been supported by 63 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Bentley Park has seen 7.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 163 people in the suburb of Bentley Park, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Bentley Park's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 63, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bentley Park has grown by approximately 663 people, while 314 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Bentley Park are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,319 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,359 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 8,360 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 959 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.86 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Bentley Park was estimated to be approximately 9,319 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,214 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Bentley Park has added approximately 959 people and shown a 11.47% increase from the 8,360 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Bentley Park is estimated at 1,359 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bentley Park has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Bentley Park is driven by: Natural increase (44.0%), Interstate migration (42.0%), Overseas migration (14.000000000000002%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 44.0% of overall population gains.
Bentley Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 23.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 29.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 32 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Bentley Park at 32 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 32 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Bentley Park is 9 years younger than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and 6 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Bentley Park compared to the Regional Qld region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bentley Park compared to the Regional Qld region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 6.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Bentley Park show significant variance compared to Regional Qld. The most over-represented age group is 0-4 year-olds (7.3% vs 5.3%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.8% vs 2.3%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.5% vs 7.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 23.4% of the population in the suburb of Bentley Park as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.4% of the population in the suburb of Bentley Park as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,091 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $68,494 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,831 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $821 | 2021 Census, weekly | 53rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 18.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,948 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bentley Park is approximately $65,435. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,091.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bentley Park is approximately $73,364. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $68,494.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bentley Park is approximately $65,435 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,091 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bentley Park is approximately $73,364 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,494 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Bentley Park's households (~41.6% / 1,089 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Bentley Park is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 41.6% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Bentley Park is $1,831/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bentley Park is $1,948/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bentley Park is $821/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Bentley Park's median income among taxpayers is $61,091, with an average of $68,494. This is below the national average, and compares to Regional Qld's median of $56,722 and average of $71,544. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,435 (median) and $73,364 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bentley Park is $6,641 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Bentley Park's disposable income is $6,641 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Bentley Park has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,687 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,587 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,954 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bentley Park has approximately 4,687 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.4%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Bentley Park stands at 5.4%, which is 1.5 percentage points above Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Bentley Park is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.7% of employment), retail trade (12.6%), and construction (10.3%). Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bentley Park has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Bentley Park is 69.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Bentley Park shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 8.8% of the local workforce compared to 5.9% across Regional Qld. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Bentley Park's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 0.8% decline, ranking 23rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Bentley Park: university qualifications 14.8%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 926.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
14.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bentley Park have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
41.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bentley Park have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of Bentley Park ranks in the 27th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bentley Park are: Certificate (32.8%), Bachelor Degree (11.1%), Advanced Diploma (11.0%).
35.6% of the population in the suburb of Bentley Park is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.9% in primary school, 11.5% in secondary school, 3.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Bentley Park is 926, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Bentley Park, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,292 students.
The suburb of Bentley Park includes 1 primary school, 1 combined school.
Bentley Park features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 15.3% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 36.6% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 17.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,618 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,918 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bentley Park had 2,618 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.5% to an estimated 2,918 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Bentley Park is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (15.3%), group households (3.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,126 family households, couples with children account for 36.6% of all households, couples without children at home 25.8%, and single parent families 17.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Bentley Park shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.2% (versus 70.4% in Regional Qld). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 15.3% compared to 25.6% in Regional Qld. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Bentley Park have an average of 1.7 children, matching the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 41.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.6% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 15.3% of all households in the suburb of Bentley Park, notably lower than the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.4% of households, slightly below the Regional Qld average of 4.0%.
In terms of cultural diversity, Bentley Park records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 85.5% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.9% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.1% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
Bentley Park was found to be roughly in line with the national average in terms of cultural diversity, with 86.9% of its population being citizens, 82.1% born in Australia, and 85.5% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Bentley Park was found to be Christianity, which makes up 49.7% of people in Bentley Park. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 2.0% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bentley Park are Australian, comprising 24.4% of the population, English, comprising 22.4% of the population, which is notably lower than Regional Qld's 29.6%, and Other, comprising 15.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional Qld's 6.9%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 8.5% of Bentley Park (vs 3.9% across Regional Qld), New Zealand at 1.1% (vs 0.9%) and Samoan at 0.5% (vs 0.2%).
17.9% of the suburb of Bentley Park population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
14.5% of the population in the suburb of Bentley Park speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
8.5% of the suburb of Bentley Park population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
86.9% of the suburb of Bentley Park population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bentley Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 31st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.1% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $385 | 2021 Census, weekly | 57th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 19.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 10th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Bentley Park, 18.2% of homes are owned outright, 47.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 34.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Bentley Park are houses.
In the suburb of Bentley Park, 2.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bentley Park stands at 18.2%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bentley Park is $1,517, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bentley Park is $1,293, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Bentley Park, households with mortgages typically spend 19.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bentley Park is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bentley Park shows mortgage holders spending 19.1% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 21.0% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bentley Park consists of 97.1% detached houses, 0.9% semi-detached dwellings, 2.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bentley Park consumes approximately 16.3% of median household income ($7,928 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bentley Park show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Bentley Park is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.9% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.8% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
Around 52.5% of people in the suburb of Bentley Park are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Bentley Park, 5.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
7.0% of people in the suburb of Bentley Park are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.2% of the suburb of Bentley Park population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.4% of people in the suburb of Bentley Park have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Bentley Park, 52.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 33 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 18 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 378 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 21st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 513 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 5 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 11.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 18 public transport stops within the suburb of Bentley Park.
The suburb of Bentley Park has 378 weekly trips across 5 routes, averaging 54 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 311 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 763 m away and the nearest child care centre 935 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 18 stops nearby, 378 weekly trips, access rating 33 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 70 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 70th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 763 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 935 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 7.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 7.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 10.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 7 long day care centres with 598 places in Bentley Park, about 1.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Bentley Park among the top 27% of areas assessed nationwide.
Bentley Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 18% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Bentley Park is $655 a week, +6.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Bentley Park are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Bentley Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
Employment performance in Bentley Park has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
Education in Bentley Park: university qualifications 14.8%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 926.
Bentley Park features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
In terms of cultural diversity, Bentley Park records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bentley Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Qld.
Health performance in Bentley Park is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Bentley Park has an estimated 9,319 residents, up 11.5% since the 2021 Census, with 42 projects tracked in the area around Bentley Park.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Bentley Park.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Apr 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL30236). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Apr 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Bentley Park from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Bentley Park with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
