Keperra

Keperra is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Analysis of ABS population updates and AreaSearch validations indicates that, as of Feb 2026, Keperra's estimated population is around 7,318. This reflects a growth of 304 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,014. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of 7,177 residents following examination of ABS' latest ERP data release in June 2024, combined with an additional 178 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,432 persons per square kilometer, higher than average national levels assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 77.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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 are used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections lack age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth is anticipated for Australian statistical areas like Keperra. By 2041, the suburb is expected to grow by 184 persons, reflecting an increase of 0.6% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Keperra recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Keperra shows approximately 18 dwellings receiving development approval per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 93 homes were approved, with an additional 31 approved so far in FY26. This results in an average of about 1.6 new residents arriving per new home over these years.

The supply and demand dynamics appear stable, with developers focusing on the premium market as new properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $734,000. In the current financial year, $3.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting Keperra's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Keperra exhibits around 62% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 63rd percentile nationally. However, recent development activity has increased, suggesting potential planning constraints in the area.

All recent building activity consists of detached houses, maintaining Keperra's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests, indicating strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. With around 228 people per approval, Keperra reflects a low-density area. Population forecasts indicate Keperra will gain approximately 47 residents by 2041, with current construction levels expected to meet housing demand adequately, creating favorable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Keperra 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 14 projects likely to affect this region. Notable ones are The Quarry - Keperra Quarry Redevelopment, Great Western Super Centre Expansion & Refurbishment, Keperra Sanctuary Retirement Village & Aged Care, and Keperra Country Golf Club Residential Precinct. The following list details those most relevant.

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

Keperra has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 8.7%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, there are 3,243 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation in Keperra lags at 60.7% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. Census responses indicate that 23.7% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety, with a notable specialization in the latter sector at 1.6 times the regional level. Manufacturing is under-represented, with only 4.0% of Keperra's workforce compared to Greater Brisbane's 6.4%.

The area appears to have limited local employment opportunities, as suggested by the difference between its working population and resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, Keperra's labour force decreased by 3.9%, with employment decreasing by 2.1%, leading to a 1.7 percentage point drop in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.8% during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Keperra's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, although these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

The suburb of Keperra has an income level slightly above the national average, according to the latest Australian Taxation Office (ATO) data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Keperra is $59,721, with an average income of $69,411. These figures compare to those for Greater Brisbane, which are $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Based on the Wage Price Index growth rate of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated current incomes would be approximately $65,639 (median) and $76,290 (average) as of September 2025. Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Keperra rank modestly, between the 44th and 49th percentiles. Distribution data shows that the income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is dominant, with 31.9% of residents (2,334 people) falling within this range, which mirrors regional levels where 33.3% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Keperra, with only 81.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 42nd percentile. The area's Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA) income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

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

Keperra's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 84.5% houses and 15.6% other dwellings. Compared to Brisbane metro, Keperra had a higher proportion of houses (73.5%) but a lower percentage of other dwellings (26.5%). Home ownership in Keperra was at 28.0%, similar to Brisbane metro's level. Dwellings were either mortgaged (35.8%), rented (36.2%), or owned outright (35.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863 but in line with the national figure of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Keperra was $400, compared to Brisbane metro's $380 and the national average of $375.

Keperra has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 70.0% of all households, including 27.9% couples with children, 26.5% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.0%, with lone person households at 27.1% and group households comprising 2.8%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

The educational profile of Keperra exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 30.3%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 47.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 20.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (3.7%). Vocational credentials are held by 33.1% of residents aged 15+, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (22.6%). Educational participation is high, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 9.5% in primary, 7.4% in secondary, and 5.0% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Keperra has 58 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are supported by 24 routes facilitating 2,363 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility with an average proximity of 160 meters to the nearest stop. Primarily residential, Keperra sees most residents commuting outward. Car remains the prevalent mode at 80%, while train accounts for 13%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, lower than the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 23.7% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes is 337 trips daily, equating to approximately 40 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Keperra faces substantial health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 45% of residents have private health cover (around 3,327 people). The most common medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 11.1% of residents and arthritis impacting 8.8%. About 63.5% of residents claim to be free from medical ailments compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Working-age residents face significant health challenges with high chronic condition rates. The area has 19.6% of residents aged 65 and over (1,434 people), higher than Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but align broadly with national rankings.

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

Keperra's cultural diversity aligns with the broader region, where 81.0% of residents were born in Australia, 90.6% are citizens, and 89.1% speak English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Keperra, practiced by 50.2%, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups in Keperra are English (27.8%), Australian (25.4%), and Irish (10.8%).

Notably, Hungarian (0.4%) and German (4.5%) groups are more prevalent in Keperra than regionally (Hungarian 0.2%, German 4.2%), while Maori representation is lower at 0.7% compared to the regional average of 1.1%.

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

Keperra's median age is 38, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 36 but equal to Australia's 38 years. The 75-84 age group makes up 8.3% of Keperra's population, higher than in Greater Brisbane, while the 25-34 cohort comprises 11.4%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 11.2% to 12.7%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 7.1% to 8.3%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 13.8% to 11.4%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Keperra's age structure. The 85+ group is expected to grow by 87%, reaching 466 people from 248. Those aged 65 and above will account for 68% of the projected population growth. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 age groups are projected to experience population declines.