Kallangur

Population growth drivers in Kallangur are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Kallangur is around 23,527. This reflects an increase since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 21,761 people. The increase of 1,766 people (8.1%) is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 23,375 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 210 validated new addresses since the Census date. This equates to a density ratio of 2,083 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Kallangur's population growth of 8.1% since census is within 1.8 percentage points of the national average (9.9%). Population growth was primarily driven by natural growth contributing approximately 41.0%.

All drivers including overseas migration and interstate migration were positive factors. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, using proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. A significant population increase is forecast for the suburb of Kallangur, with an expected increase of 6,997 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 29.1% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Kallangur among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Kallangur has had around 72 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 363 homes. As of FY-26, 18 approvals have been recorded. This results in approximately four people moving to the area for each dwelling built annually between FY-21 and FY-25. Commercial approvals this financial year amount to $142,000, indicating minimal commercial development activity.

New developments consist of 30% detached dwellings and 70% medium and high-density housing, with an average construction cost value of $344,000 per dwelling. This shift from the current 74% houses suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. Kallangur has approximately 314 people per dwelling approval, indicating potential for growth. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the location is expected to grow by 6,845 residents through to 2041.

At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially leading to heightened buyer competition and price increases.

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

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 32 such projects that could potentially impact the area. Among these key projects are the Bruce Highway upgrade from Dohles Rocks Road to Anzac Avenue (Stage 1), the attraction of affordable social housing development policy by the City of Moreton Bay, the Kallangur Residential Towers Redevelopment, and the Kallangur Childcare Centre. The following list details those projects that are likely to be most relevant.

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

Kallangur has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The unemployment rate in September 2025 was 11.1%. Employment growth over the past year is estimated at 2.9%.

Kallangur's unemployment rate of 7.1% is higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%, indicating room for improvement. Workforce participation in Kallangur is similar to Greater Brisbane's rate of 70.7%. Only 12.3% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries of employment include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Retail trade shows strong specialization with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services are under-represented at 5.0% compared to Greater Brisbane's 8.9%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 2.9%, labour force grew by 5.0%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 1.9 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 3.8% and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points during the same period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia suggest growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Kallangur's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localized population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Kallangur's median income among taxpayers is $46,908. The average income in the suburb is $52,383. Both figures are below the national average. In Greater Brisbane, the median income is $58,236 and the average is $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Kallangur would be approximately $51,557 (median) and $57,574 (average) as of September 2025. Census data indicates household, family, and personal incomes in Kallangur rank modestly, between the 33rd and 35th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 36.6% of the population, which is 8,610 individuals, fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range. This reflects patterns seen in the metropolitan region where 33.3% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Kallangur, with only 80.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 28th percentile.

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

Kallangur's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 74.3% houses and 25.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kallangur stood at 20.9%, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (35.0%) or rented (44.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,545, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Kallangur was $350, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Kallangur's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Kallangur features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 70.0% of all households, including 28.1% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 16.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 30.0%, with lone person households at 25.8% and group households comprising 4.1%. The median household size is 2.5 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 13.5%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 43.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.0%) and certificates (32.7%). Educational participation is high at 29.3%, comprising primary education (10.9%), secondary education (8.1%), and tertiary education (3.9%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Kallangur has 62 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are covered by 36 individual routes, serving a total of 2,470 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated good with residents typically located 235 meters from the nearest stop. Most commutes are outward-bound due to its residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode at 86%, while train use stands at 8%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 12.3% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 352 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 39 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Kallangur faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions impact both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 48% of Kallangur's total population (~11,283 people), compared to Greater Brisbane's 55.8% and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 12.1% and 9.6% of residents respectively. However, 61.8% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.2%. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Kallangur has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 16.2%, with 3,811 people in this age group, compared to Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, aligning broadly with national rankings for the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Kallangur records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kallangur's cultural diversity, as per a study conducted in 2016, showed that approximately 85.4% of its population were citizens, with 79.2% born in Australia. The majority, 90.7%, spoke English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 45.8% of Kallangur's residents.

While Judaism made up only 0.1% of the population, this figure is similar to that of Greater Brisbane (0.1%). In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (30.0%), Australian (27.4%), and Irish (7.4%). Notably, Samoan ethnicity was overrepresented in Kallangur at 1.5%, compared to 0.9% regionally. New Zealand and Maori ethnicities also showed higher representation, at 1.3% and 1.6% respectively, compared to regional averages of 1.0% and 1.1%.

Kallangur's population is younger than the national pattern

Kallangur's median age is 36 years, equal to Greater Brisbane's but younger than the national average of 38 years. The 55-64 age group comprises 11.2%, higher than Greater Brisbane, while the 35-44 cohort stands at 13.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has risen from 4.4% to 6.0%. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has decreased from 13.7% to 12.0%, and the 25-34 group has dropped from 15.9% to 14.5%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Kallangur. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to increase by 1,162 people (41%), from 2,870 to 4,033. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort grows by a modest 8%, adding 122 people.