Kangaroo Point (Qld)

Kangaroo Point 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 per AreaSearch's analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by them, the suburb of Kangaroo Point (Qld) had an estimated population of around 12,110 as of May 2026. This figure represents a growth of 2,421 people (25.0%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,689 people in the suburb. The latest estimated resident population of 12,101 was derived from AreaSearch's examination of the ABS's ERP data release in June 2025 and an additional 623 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 9,105 persons per square kilometer, placing Kangaroo Point (Qld) within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate surpassed both the national average (9.3%) and state average since the 2021 Census, indicating it as a significant growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 70.0% of Kangaroo Point (Qld)'s population gains during recent periods, with other factors such as interstate migration and natural growth also being positive contributors.

AreaSearch's projections for Kangaroo Point (Qld) are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data for years post-2032. For age category splits not provided by state projections, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data. Looking ahead, Kangaroo Point (Qld) is forecast to experience significant population growth, with an expected increase of 3,835 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total gain of 31.6% over the 16-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Kangaroo Point 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, Kangaroo Point has averaged approximately 223 new dwelling approvals each year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an estimated 1,117 homes were approved, with a further 8 approved so far in FY-26. Over the past five financial years, each dwelling built has resulted in an average of 2.1 new residents per year, reflecting robust demand that supports property values.

Developers are targeting the premium market segment, with new homes being constructed at an average expected cost value of $881,000. This financial year, $10.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Kangaroo Point records elevated construction levels, 43.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years, supporting buyer choice and existing property values. This level is significantly higher than the national average, suggesting robust developer interest in the area. Recent development has been entirely comprised of townhouses or apartments, providing accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

With around 44 people per dwelling approval, Kangaroo Point shows characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Kangaroo Point is expected to grow by approximately 3,826 residents through to 2041. Current construction levels should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

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The labour market in Kangaroo Point demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Kangaroo Point has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 4.3% as of December 2025, which is slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.0%.

There were 8,419 residents employed while workforce participation was 77.1%, above Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, 24.4% of residents worked from home. Key industries include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and accommodation & food. The area has a strong specialization in professional & technical services with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level, while manufacturing employs only 3.3% of local workers compared to Greater Brisbane's 6.4%.

Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by the working population vs resident population count. Over a 12-month period ending in December 2025, employment increased by 1.0% and labour force grew by 1.7%, leading to an unemployment rate rise of 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 3.2%, labour force expand by 3.0%, and unemployment fall by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kangaroo Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Kangaroo Point had a median income among taxpayers of $60,738 and an average level of $90,856. These figures are among the highest in Australia, compared to Greater Brisbane's levels of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Kangaroo Point would be approximately $67,638 (median) and $101,177 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, individual earnings in Kangaroo Point stand out at the 89th percentile nationally ($1,172 weekly). Distribution data shows that 34.6% of locals (4,190 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, similar to the surrounding region where this cohort represents 33.3%. High housing costs consume 17.7% of income in Kangaroo Point, but strong earnings still place disposable income at the 66th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Kangaroo Point features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Kangaroo Point's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 9.6% houses and 90.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kangaroo Point was at 19.0%, with mortgaged properties at 17.9% and rented ones at 63.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, above the Brisbane metro average of $1,863. The median weekly rent was $450, higher than Brisbane's $380. Nationally, Kangaroo Point's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 compared to Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 47.0% of all households, including 9.2% couples with children, 31.8% couples without children, and 4.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 53.0%, with lone person households at 40.4% and group households comprising 12.6%. The median household size is 1.8 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

Kangaroo Point's educational attainment is notably high, with 49.6% of residents aged 15+ having university qualifications, compared to 25.7% in Queensland (QLD) and 30.4% nationally. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 33.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 26.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 11.3%, while certificates make up 15.3%. Educational participation is high, with 25.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 12.6% in tertiary education, 2.9% in primary education, and 2.3% pursuing secondary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.6% in tertiary education, 2.9% in primary education, and 2.3% pursuing secondary education.

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

Kangaroo Point has 20 operational public transport stops offering a mix of ferry and bus services. These stops are served by 15 different routes, collectively facilitating 3,172 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 142 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most Kangaroo Point residents commute outward using various modes of transportation. Cars remain the dominant mode at 63%, followed by buses at 11% and walking at 10%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.8 per dwelling, lower than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 24.4% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 453 trips per day, equating to approximately 158 weekly trips per stop.

Kangaroo Point's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Kangaroo Point. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups. Private health cover was found to be exceptionally high at approximately 63% of the total population (7,653 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area were mental health issues impacting 8.9% of residents and asthma impacting 7.6%. A total of 71.9% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 14.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,780 people). Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

Kangaroo Point was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Kangaroo Point's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 22.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 36.8% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Kangaroo Point, accounting for 45.1%. Notably, Judaism comprised 0.2%, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (25.7%), Australian (16.9%), and Other (12.2%). Spanish (0.9%) was notably overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.4%. Similarly, Russian (0.8%) and French (0.8%) showed higher representation than their respective regional averages of 0.3% and 0.5%.

Kangaroo Point's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Kangaroo Point's median age is 35 years, nearly matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and slightly younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Kangaroo Point has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (29.6%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (3.2%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the percentage of Kangaroo Point's population aged 25 to 34 has increased from 27.0% to 29.6%, while the percentage of residents aged 65 to 74 has decreased from 8.7% to 7.6%. By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate substantial changes for Kangaroo Point's population. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 49%, adding 639 residents to reach a total of 1,947.