Everton Hills

Population growth drivers in Everton Hills are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, as of May 2026 the estimated population of Everton Hills is around 7,215. This reflects an increase of 542 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,673. The change is inferred from the resident population of 7,194 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 77 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,166 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Everton Hills has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.9%, outpacing the state. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by natural growth, contributing approximately 51.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 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. Examining future population trends, lower quartile growth of national statistical areas is anticipated. The suburb is expected to expand by 249 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 3.2% in total over the 16 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Everton Hills has seen approximately 14 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 72 homes. As of FY-26, 19 approvals have been recorded. On average, 8.5 people per year moved to the area for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, suggesting demand outpaces supply, which may put upward pressure on prices and increase competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $510,000, indicating developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

This financial year has seen $395,000 in commercial development approvals, reflecting the area's residential nature. Building activity shows 67% detached houses and 33% townhouses or apartments, offering options across different price points.

The location has approximately 322 people per dwelling approval, suggesting room for growth. AreaSearch estimates Everton Hills will grow by 228 residents through to 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand favourably for buyers while potentially enabling growth exceeding current forecasts.

Everton Hills 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 has identified 13 projects likely affecting this region. Notable ones are Arana Hills Plaza Ambience Upgrade, Hills Quarter Everton Hills, The Quarry by Frasers Property Keperra, and Arana Central. Further details on the most relevant projects are provided below.

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AreaSearch analysis places Everton Hills well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Everton Hills has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 2.9%, with an estimated employment growth of 1.7% over the past year, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 4,539 residents are employed while the unemployment rate stands at 1.2% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation in Everton Hills is high at 80.2%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, 23.5% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. Everton Hills shows significant specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level.

Conversely, manufacturing is under-represented, with only 3.5% of Everton Hills's workforce compared to Greater Brisbane's 6.4%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 1.7%, while labour force increased by 1.7%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.2% and labour force growth of 3.0%, with a slight drop in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is expected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Everton Hills's employment mix indicates a potential local employment increase of 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Everton Hills' median income among taxpayers is $67,034. The average income is $79,387. Nationally, these figures are extremely high compared to Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Everton Hills' median income would be approximately $74,649 by March 2026, with an average of around $88,405. The 2021 Census data ranks Everton Hills' household, family and personal incomes highly nationally, between the 85th and 85th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that 37.4% of locals (2,698 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly category, slightly higher than the broader area's 33.3%. Higher earners make up a substantial presence with 33.9% exceeding $3,000 weekly. Housing accounts for 15.0% of income, and residents rank within the 85th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Everton Hills is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Everton Hills' dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 81.1% houses and 18.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). This compares to Brisbane's metropolitan area with 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Everton Hills was at 25.4%, similar to Brisbane metro, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.1% and rented ones at 28.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, higher than the Brisbane average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Everton Hills was $480, compared to Brisbane's $380. Nationally, Everton Hills' mortgage repayments were higher at $2,000 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher at $480 against the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 78.8 percent of all households, including 36.4 percent couples with children, 29.4 percent couples without children, and 11.7 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 21.2 percent, with lone person households at 17.4 percent and group households comprising 3.8 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 33.9% of residents aged 15+, surpassing Queensland's average of 25.7% and Australia's rate of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 23.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.7%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 35.1% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas comprise 11.5% while certificates make up 23.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.6% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 5.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Everton Hills has 20 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by five different routes that collectively facilitate 362 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically living within 315 meters of the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outwards. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 84% of residents, while trains are used by 8%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 23.5% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 51 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 18 weekly trips per individual stop.

Everton Hills's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Everton Hills' health metrics closely align with national benchmarks, as assessed by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 59% of the total population (4,232 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 10.1% and 8.5% of residents respectively. 69.6% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 13.5% of residents aged 65 and over (974 people), which is lower than the 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. National rankings for health outcomes are broadly in line with the general population.

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

Everton Hills, according to the census data from June 2016, had a population with 82.1% born in Australia, 91.7% being citizens, and 91.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 49.2% of the population, slightly higher than the 47.8% average across Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups were English (29.6%), Australian (26.0%), and Irish (9.9%).

Notably, some ethnic groups had differing representations: New Zealanders made up 1.0%, Poles 0.9%, and Scots 8.9%, compared to regional percentages of 1.0%, 0.5%, and 7.4% respectively.

Everton Hills's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Everton Hills' median age is 36 years, matching Greater Brisbane's but slightly younger than Australia's national average of 38 years. The 35-44 age group comprises 16.7% of Everton Hills' population, higher than Greater Brisbane's percentage. Conversely, the 65-74 age group makes up 6.6%, lower than Greater Brisbane's figure. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 4.2% to 5.7%, while the 15 to 24 cohort rose from 12.4% to 13.7%. During this period, the 65 to 74 age group decreased from 8.0% to 6.6%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Everton Hills. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow by 159 people, an increase of 184%, from 86 to 246 individuals. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 53% of total population growth, highlighting the area's aging demographic trend. Conversely, both the 5-14 and 0-4 age groups are expected to decrease in number.