Gulliver

Gulliver has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

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 the suburb of Gulliver is around 3,096. This reflects an increase of 212 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,884 people. The change was inferred from the resident population estimate of 3,096 by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 26 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,691 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Gulliver's growth rate of 7.4% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region's growth rate of 7.1%, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth, contributing approximately 63.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. 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. However, 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. Looking at population projections moving forward, over this period, projections indicate a decline in overall population, with the area's population expected to contract by 126 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 25 to 34 age group, which is projected to expand by 67 people.

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

Gulliver's development activity has been limited in recent years, averaging three approvals annually over the past five years, totalling 19. This low level of development reflects the rural nature of the area, where housing needs typically drive development rather than broad market demand. The small sample size means individual projects can significantly influence annual growth and relativity statistics.

Gulliver's development levels are substantially lower than those in the Rest of Qld and below national averages. Recent construction comprises 50% standalone homes and 50% townhouses or apartments, a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition of 89% houses. This shift indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and demand for more diverse, affordable housing options. With around 851 people per dwelling approval, Gulliver's market is highly mature. Given the expected stable or declining population, pressure on housing in Gulliver should remain reduced, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Gulliver should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Gulliver has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified three major projects that could affect this region. Key projects are Harris Crossing Estate, Eden Park Estate, Sanctum Estate, and Army Aviation Program of Works - RAAF Base Townsville. The following details the projects likely to have the most relevance:.

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The labour market performance in Gulliver lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Gulliver's workforce is skilled with well-represented essential services sectors. The unemployment rate, as of December 2025, is 8.9%, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. There are 1,401 residents employed, with an unemployment rate 4.9% above Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation in Gulliver is lower at 60.2%, compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. Census responses show 4.8% of residents work from home, considering Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The area specializes in public administration & safety with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented at 0.2% of Gulliver's workforce compared to Regional Qld's 4.5%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, the labour force increased by 1.4%, while employment declined by 1.2%, raising the unemployment rate by 2.4 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Gulliver. Over five years, national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6%, and over ten years by 13.7%. Applying these projections to Gulliver's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Gulliver is below the national average. The median income is $53,159 and the average income stands at $62,488. This contrasts with Regional Qld's figures of a median income of $53,146 and an average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Gulliver would be approximately $59,198 (median) and $69,587 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family, and personal incomes in Gulliver rank modestly, between the 23rd and 34th percentiles. Income analysis reveals that the predominant cohort spans 31.9% of locals (987 people) with incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999, reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where 31.7% similarly occupy this range. After housing costs, 85.2% of income remains, ranking at the 25th percentile nationally.

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

Dwelling structure in Gulliver, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 88.8% houses and 11.2% other dwellings. In Regional Qld, this was 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Gulliver was 30.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.5% and rented at 33.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, below Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent in Gulliver was $270, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Gulliver's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,300 than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Gulliver features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 63.6% of all households, including 21.8% couples with children, 24.2% couples without children, and 15.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 36.4%, with lone person households at 32.4% and group households at 3.9%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Gulliver fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 17.6%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 40.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (8.2%) and certificates (32.1%).

Educational participation is high, with 33.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.9% in secondary education, 10.1% in primary education, and 4.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Gulliver's active public transport stops total 17, all of which are bus services. These stops are served by three distinct routes that combined offer 314 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents' average proximity to the nearest stop being 192 meters. As a primarily residential area, outward commuting dominates, with cars being the predominant mode at 94%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, below the regional norm. According to the 2021 Census, only 4.8% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency across all routes averages 44 trips daily, equating to roughly 18 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Gulliver is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Gulliver faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Both younger and older age groups exhibit high prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of the total population (~1,608 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area. Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 10.5 and 9.4% of residents respectively. Conversely, 63.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to higher chronic condition rates. The area has 18.1% of residents aged 65 and over (560 people), lower than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Gulliver's population showed low cultural diversity, with 87.6% being citizens, 88.7% born in Australia, and 90.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 52.1%, slightly lower than Regional Qld's 52.2%. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (28.0%), English (26.2%), and Irish (9.1%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation was higher in Gulliver at 5.9% compared to the regional average of 3.9%, while French was 0.6% versus 0.5%, and Hungarian was 0.3% versus 0.2%.

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

The median age in Gulliver is 39 years, which is somewhat 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 13.9%, while the 65-74 group is smaller at 9.3% compared to Regional Queensland. Since 2021, the population aged 25-34 has grown from 12.6% to 14.2%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 13.9% to 12.1%, and the 45-54 age group has dropped from 13.0% to 11.4%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Gulliver's age structure. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to increase by 48 people (11%), from 439 to 488. Meanwhile, both the 45-54 and 5-14 age groups are expected to decrease.