Condon

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

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Condon is around 6,329, reflecting a 7.4% increase since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 5,894 people. This growth was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 6,235 as of June 2025, based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS and an additional 59 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 1,183 persons per square kilometer, in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Condon's growth exceeded the SA4 region's 7.1%, marking it as a growth leader. Natural growth contributed approximately 64.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year.

For areas not covered or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are used, applying proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Looking ahead, above median population growth is projected for Australia's non-metropolitan areas, with the suburb expected to increase by 769 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 10.7% over the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Condon when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis reveals Condon recorded approximately 26 residential properties granted approval annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 130 homes were approved, with an additional 72 approved in FY-26 so far. Each dwelling built over these years gained an average of 2.3 new residents per year, reflecting strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost value for new homes was $332,000, aligning with broader regional development trends. This financial year has seen $29.7 million in commercial approvals, indicating robust local business investment. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Condon shows comparable construction activity per person, supporting market stability inline with regional patterns.

New building activity comprises 79.0% detached houses and 21.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes. The location has approximately 168 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Looking ahead, Condon is expected to grow by 675 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Present construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Condon has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

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Employment conditions in Condon face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Condon's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with prominent essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate stands at 8.0%, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of December 2025, Condon has 2,550 residents employed, but its unemployment rate is 4.0% higher than Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation in Condon lags at 53.5%, compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. Census responses reveal that only 3.7% of residents work from home, potentially impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries for employment among Condon residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Notably, health care & social assistance is strongly specialized, with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, at only 0.5% of Condon's workforce compared to Regional Qld's 4.5%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 0.0%, alongside a 1.8% employment decline, leading to an unemployment rate rise of 1.7 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Condon's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

The median taxpayer income in Condon is $50,973 and the average is $57,113 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages, with regional Queensland's median income being $53,146 and average at $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since FY2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $56,764 (median) and $63,601 (average). Census data shows Condon's household, family, and personal incomes all fall between the 22nd and 22nd percentiles nationally. In income distribution, 31.1% of Condon's population earns within the $1,500 - $2,999 range, similar to surrounding regions at 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Condon, with only 83.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 23rd percentile nationally.

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

In Condon, as per the latest Census evaluation, 91.8% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 8.2% being other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This differs from Regional Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Condon stood at 28.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.5% and rented ones at 37.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, significantly lower than Regional Qld's average of $1,655 and the national average of $1,863. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent in Condon was $310, substantially below Regional Qld's figure of $345 and the national average of $375.

Condon has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 68.1% of all households, including 23.5% couples with children, 29.1% couples without children, and 14.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 31.9%, with lone person households at 28.5% and group households comprising 3.5%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

Condon faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area has university qualification rates of 12.4%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 9.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (30.9%). Educational participation is high at 30.4%, comprising 11.0% in primary education, 9.5% in secondary education, and 4.7% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.0% in primary education, 9.5% in secondary education, and 4.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Condon has 20 active public transport stops operating, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by two routes that collectively provide 363 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 301 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Condon's primarily residential nature. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 94%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling, which is below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 3.7% of residents work from home, potentially reflecting COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 51 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 18 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Condon is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Health challenges are prominent in Condon, as assessed by AreaSearch through mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups. Private health cover stands at approximately 50% of Condon's total population (~3,154 people), lower than Regional Qld's 52.5% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (10.4%) and mental health issues (10.2%). Conversely, 60.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld. Working-age population faces significant health challenges due to high chronic condition rates. Condon has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 23.3% (1,474 people), compared to Regional Qld's 20.4%. Health outcomes among seniors present some difficulties, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Condon's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 87.6% of its population being Australian citizens, born in Australia (87.8%), and speaking English only at home (92.5%). Christianity is the predominant religion in Condon, comprising 56.2% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Queensland. The top three ancestry groups in Condon are Australian (28.6%), English (28.0%), and Australian Aboriginal (8.4%).

Notably, New Zealanders are overrepresented at 0.9%, Samoans at 0.2%, and Filipinos at 1.4% compared to regional averages of 0.9%, 0.2%, and 0.9% respectively.

Condon's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Condon is 39 years, which is lower than Regional Queensland's average of 41 but close to the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 15-24 are particularly prominent at 15.3%, while the 55-64 group is smaller at 9.8% compared to Regional Queensland. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of people aged 25-34 has grown from 11.5% to 12.8%. Conversely, those aged 5-14 have declined from 13.2% to 11.2%, and the 45-54 group has dropped from 12.4% to 10.8%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show that the 25-34 age cohort is expected to increase by 223 people (28%), from 810 to 1,034. Meanwhile, both the 5-14 and 55-64 age groups are projected to decrease in number.