Durack (Qld)

Durack lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of November 2025, the population of Durack is estimated at around 76,274 people. This reflects an increase of 4,208 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 72,066. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of 8,181 residents following examination of the ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional seven validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 18,786 persons per square kilometer, placing Durack in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was primarily responsible for population growth, with natural growth and interstate migration playing minimal roles.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using a base year of 2022. For areas not covered or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used, with proportional growth weightings applied for age cohorts. Considering projected demographic shifts, exceptional growth is predicted over the period, with Durack expected to grow by 7,558 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 16.2% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Durack was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Durack has experienced around 112 dwellings receiving development approval per year. An estimated 563 homes were approved over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, with a further 45 approved in FY-26 so far. This indicates an average of approximately 9.8 people moving to the area for each dwelling built over these five years, suggesting demand significantly exceeds new supply.

The average value of new homes being built is $1,306,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In terms of commercial development, $56.1 million in approvals have been registered this financial year, reflecting minimal activity in this sector compared to residential. When measured against the Rest of Qld, Durack shows approximately 67% of the construction activity per person and places among the 58th percentile of areas assessed nationally. However, building activity has accelerated in recent years, suggesting market maturity and possible development constraints. Recent construction comprises 95.0% detached houses and 5.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space.

This marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns, currently at 166.0% houses, potentially due to diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences. The location has approximately 620 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. With population expected to remain stable or decline, Durack should see reduced pressure on housing in the future, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 14 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Blunder Road Residential Estate (Stages 2 & 3), Inala to Richlands Corridor Upgrade (Stage 2) - Archerfield and Boundary Road Upgrades, Archerfield Wetlands Parkland, and Glenala State High School Expansion. The following list details projects most relevant to the area.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Durack performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Durack has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 3.0% as of June 2025, which is below the Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.7%. There are 24,514 residents in work, with a workforce participation rate of 134.0%, significantly higher than Rest of Qld's 59.1%. The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction shows notable concentration with employment levels at 2.7 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 1.4% compared to the regional average of 4.5%.

Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 1.7%, labour force by 1.8%, and unemployment rose by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld experienced employment growth of 1.8% and labour force growth of 2.0%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (Sep-22) project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Durack's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year ending June 2022, Durack had a median income among taxpayers of $102,044 and an average income of $140,922. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to the Rest of Qld's median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% from financial year ending June 2022 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $116,320 (median) and $160,637 (average). From the Australian Bureau of Statistics Census conducted in August 2021, Durack's household incomes ranked at the 162nd percentile ($4,282 weekly), while personal incomes ranked at the 110th percentile. In Durack, 68.0% of individuals (51,866) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, aligning with the surrounding region's cohort representation of 31.7%. Economic stratification is evident, ranging from 32.2% in modest circumstances to 61.8% in high-earning categories. Housing expenses account for 67.0% of income, and residents rank highly at the 160th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 14th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Durack, as per the latest Census, consisted of 166.2% houses and 33.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 80.2% houses and 19.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Durack was at 58.8%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (105.4%) or rented (35.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Durack was $4,334, significantly higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,863 and the national average of $1,630. The median weekly rent figure in Durack was recorded at $1,000, substantially above the national figure of $375 but lower than Non-Metro Qld's $355.

Durack features high concentrations of family households and group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 168.2% of all households, including 89.6% that are couples with children, 51.8% that are couples without children, and 25.2% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining -68.2%, with lone person households at 26.2% and group households comprising 5.6% of the total. The median household size is 6.0 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.8.

Durack demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Durack is notably high, with 52.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 18.8% in the SA4 region and 20.6% in the Rest of Qld. Bachelor degrees are most common at 36.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.8%) and graduate diplomas (5.6%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 79.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas (26.6%) and certificates (53.0%). Educational participation is high, with 66.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 24.2% in primary, 20.6% in secondary, and 9.4% pursuing tertiary education.

Durack's three schools have a combined enrollment of 3,239 students, with varied educational conditions (ICSEA: 930). The area functions as an education hub with 69.6 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 13.3, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Durack has 110 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 14 different routes that together facilitate 1,538 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is limited, with residents on average being located 3038 meters away from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, there are an average of 219 trips across all routes, which equates to approximately 13 weekly trips per individual stop.

Durack's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Durack, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 110% of the total population (83,642 people), compared to 49.5% across Rest of Qld and a national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 14.0% and 14.0% of residents respectively.

Notably, 146.6% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.1% across Rest of Qld. Durack has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 28.8% (21,982 people), compared to 13.6% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly aligned with the general population's health profile.

Durack is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Durack has a population where 17.4% speak a language other than English at home, with 50.6% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Durack at 101.0%. Judaism's representation is notably higher at 0.4%, compared to 0.1% regionally.

The top three ancestry groups are English (64.0%), Australian (50.6%), and Irish (16.0%). These figures are substantially higher than regional averages of 19.4%, 17.4%, and 5.0% respectively. Other notable overrepresentations include South African at 2.2%, New Zealand at 2.8%, and Welsh at 1.4%.

Durack hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Durack has a median age of 77, which is significantly higher than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and the national average of 38. The age distribution in Durack aligns closely with the Rest of Qld average across all cohorts. The concentration of individuals aged 5-14 is well above the national average of 12.2%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 24.4% to 26.8%, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 18.4% to 20.5%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 32.8% to 30.6%, and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 23.6% to 21.8%. By 2041, Durack is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition, with the 85+ cohort projected to grow by approximately -20%, adding around -456 residents to reach a total of 1,832. Population declines are projected for the 75 to 84 cohorts.