Bray Park (Qld)

Bray Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Bray Park's population is estimated at around 10,679 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 408 people (4.0%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,271 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 10,651, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 36 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,399 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 70.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 is applying 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, lower quartile growth of national areas is anticipated, with the suburb expected to grow by 226 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 1.9% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Bray Park according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Bray Park has received around 39 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 196 homes from FY-21 to FY-25. As of FY-26, 4 approvals have been recorded. The average new resident arrival per new home is 1.1 persons per year over the past five financial years, indicating balanced supply and demand with stable market conditions. However, this has increased to 6.6 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting growing demand and tightening supply.

New properties are constructed at an average cost of $297,000. In FY-26, there have been $23.0 million in commercial approvals, indicating moderate commercial development levels compared to Greater Brisbane. Bray Park has around three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 33rd percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice favouring existing homes. Building activity shows 48.0% detached houses and 52.0% attached dwellings, reflecting a shift towards denser development to cater to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This represents a notable change from the area's current housing composition of 97.0% houses.

Bray Park has approximately 493 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established area with population forecasts expecting an increase of 201 residents by 2041. Current construction levels should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Bray Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence a region's performance. AreaSearch has identified 19 projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include The Country Club Hotel & Entertainment Complex, Les Hughes Sports Complex Master Plan Implementation, Les Hughes Sports Complex - Netball Clubhouse, and John Bray Park Enhancement. Below is a list of most relevant ones.

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Employment performance in Bray Park has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Bray Park has a balanced workforce comprising both white and blue collar jobs. Key sectors include essential services, with an unemployment rate of 8.2% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.1%.

The area's unemployment rate is 4.2%, higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%, indicating room for improvement. Workforce participation is on par with Greater Brisbane at 70.7%. According to Census responses, 13.5% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Leading employment industries among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Retail trade has a notable concentration in Bray Park, with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average. Professional & technical services have limited presence, with only 5.6% of employment compared to the regional average of 8.9%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 5.1%, while labour force increased by 5.0%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable at 8.2%. In Greater Brisbane, employment grew by 3.8%, labour force expanded by 3.3%, and unemployment fell to 3.7% during this period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Bray Park's employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that median income in Bray Park is $49,053 and average income stands at $56,384. This contrasts with Greater Brisbane's median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Bray Park would be approximately $53,914 (median) and $61,972 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household income ranks at the 41st percentile, family income at the 40th percentile, and personal income at the 48th percentile in Bray Park. The earnings profile shows that 40.6% of residents earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 49th percentile.

Bray Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Bray Park, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.9% houses and 3.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bray Park was 27.7%, similar to Brisbane metro. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (43.5%) or rented (28.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,668, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent was recorded at $390, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Bray Park's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Bray Park features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 78.4% of all households, including 36.2% couples with children, 25.9% couples without children, and 14.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.6%, with lone person households at 18.7% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Bray Park aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 15.4%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (30.5%). Educational participation is high, with 29.3% currently enrolled in formal education: 10.7% in primary, 9.1% in secondary, and 3.8% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.7% in primary education, 9.1% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Bray Park has 57 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by six different routes that together facilitate 473 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents on average being located just 157 meters from their nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most inhabitants commute outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation for 85% of these residents, while trains are used by 9%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.6, which exceeds the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 13.5% of Bray Park's residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 67 trips per day, translating to approximately eight weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Bray Park is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Bray Park faces substantial health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~5,291 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are mental health issues (11.6%) and asthma (9.4%). Only 62.7% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, lower than the 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Working-age population health is particularly challenging due to elevated chronic condition rates. Bray Park has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 17.2%, compared to 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Senior health outcomes present some challenges, but they align with national rankings for the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Bray 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

Bray Park's cultural diversity aligns with the broader region, with 80.3% born in Australia, 88.4% being citizens, and 89.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Bray Park at 51.1%, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups are English (28.5%), Australian (27.8%), and Irish (8.3%).

Notably, Samoan (1.2%) and Maori (1.2%) groups are overrepresented in Bray Park versus the regional averages of 0.9% and 1.1%, respectively.

Bray Park's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Bray Park's median age is nearly 37 years, close to Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Bray Park has a higher concentration of residents aged 5-14 (14.4%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.8%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the percentage of residents aged 75-84 has grown from 4.0% to 6.2%, while the percentage of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 13.3% to 11.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Bray Park's age profile will change significantly. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 50%, adding 333 residents to reach 996. Residents aged 65 and above are expected to drive 66% of population growth. Meanwhile, the cohorts aged 65-74 and 15-24 are anticipated to experience population declines.