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Population
Kingsthorpe lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends
As of May 2026, the estimated population of Kingsthorpe is around 2,320, reflecting a growth of 161 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 2,159. This increase represents a 7.5% change from the census figure and is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 2,289 residents following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2025, along with validation of seven new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is approximately 50 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Kingsthorpe has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.4%, outperforming the Rest of Qld. Interstate migration contributed around 59.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data for areas not covered by the former or years post-2032.
Population projections indicate an above median growth for Australia's non-metropolitan areas, with Kingsthorpe expected to increase by 463 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 18.6% over the 16-year period.
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Development
AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Kingsthorpe among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide
AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Kingsthorpe shows approximately 8 new homes approved annually. From FY-21 to FY-25, around 43 homes were approved, with an additional 2 approved so far in FY-26. Each dwelling built attracted an average of 5.9 people per year over the past five financial years.
This demand exceeds supply, potentially driving price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction cost value for new homes is $469,000, slightly above the regional average.
In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $5.0 million, indicating limited commercial development focus. All new constructions have been standalone homes, maintaining Kingsthorpe's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers, with around 169 people per approval. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Kingsthorpe is projected to grow by 432 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.
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Infrastructure
Kingsthorpe 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 3 projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Country Club Living Retirement Village (Cotswold Hills), Toowoomba Second Range Crossing (TSRC), Habitat - Mt Kynoch Masterplan, and Wellcamp Entertainment Precinct. The following list outlines those projects most likely to be relevant:.
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Toowoomba Second Range Crossing (TSRC)
The Toowoomba Bypass, officially known as the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing, is a 41-kilometre, $1.6 billion major road bypass. It provides a safer and faster link in the National Land Transport Network by connecting the Warrego Highway at Helidon Spa to the Gore Highway at Athol. Key infrastructure includes the 800-metre Multuggerah Viaduct, 24 bridges, 6 interchanges, and a 30-metre deep rock cutting as an alternative to a tunnel. The project removes 80% of heavy commercial vehicles from Toowoomba's CBD, saves up to 40 minutes in travel time, and avoids 18 sets of traffic lights. It was delivered via a Public-Private Partnership by the Nexus Infrastructure consortium for the Queensland Government.
Wellcamp Entertainment Precinct
The Wellcamp Entertainment Precinct is a world-class tourism and motorsport destination featuring the Will Power Centre for Motorsport and Driver Training Excellence. The masterplan includes an international-standard racing circuit designed for IndyCar and Supercars, a 40,000-seat amphitheatre for major music festivals, and high-performance training facilities. The project aims to serve as a key venue and training hub for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, bolstered by on-site accommodation for 5,000 people and integrated transport links via the adjacent Wellcamp Airport.
Building Future Hospitals Program
Now referred to as the Hospital Rescue Plan, this $18.5 billion program is the largest health infrastructure investment in Queensland history. It aims to deliver over 2,600 new public hospital beds by 2032 through three new hospitals (Coomera, Bundaberg, Toowoomba) and major expansions at 10 existing facilities including QEII, Logan, and Princess Alexandra hospitals. Recent milestones in 2026 include the completion of the concept design for the 600-bed Coomera Hospital and the final concrete pour for the QEII Hospital expansion clinical building.
Inland Rail - Gowrie to Kagaru (G2K)
The 128km Gowrie to Kagaru (G2K) section is the most technically complex link of the Inland Rail, featuring the 6.2km Toowoomba Range tunnel. As of May 2026, the project is under intense assessment following the revised draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) public consultation held in late 2025. While the Australian Government has prioritized sections between Beveridge and Parkes for 2027 completion, G2K remains in the approvals phase with a project declaration lapse date currently set for July 1, 2026. The route is divided into three subsections: Gowrie to Helidon, Helidon to Calvert, and Calvert to Kagaru.
Proposed Inland Rail Tunnel (Gowrie to Brisbane Port)
The Gowrie to Kagaru section is the most complex part of the Inland Rail program, featuring a 6.2km tunnel through the Toowoomba Range and an 850m tunnel through the Little Liverpool Range. As of May 2026, the federal government has announced a major scope realignment, reallocating 1.75 billion AUD to other rail upgrades and focusing on completing the Beveridge to Parkes sections by 2027. While sections like Helidon to Calvert and Calvert to Kagaru remain under assessment with the Queensland Coordinator-General, the full connection to Brisbane Port is now targeted for 2036 following significant budget reviews.
Inland Rail - Queensland Sections
The Queensland sections of Inland Rail comprise four sub-projects: NSW/Queensland Border to Gowrie (B2G), Gowrie to Helidon (G2H), Helidon to Calvert (H2C) and Calvert to Kagaru (C2K). Combined, they were planned to deliver around 350km of new and upgraded dual-gauge track linking the existing rail network at the NSW border, near Yelarbon, through Toowoomba and on to Kagaru south of Brisbane, including a 6.2km tunnel through the Toowoomba Range and a 985m tunnel through the Teviot Range. A proposed intermodal terminal at Ebenezer would form the northern double-stack endpoint. On 6 May 2026, the Australian Government announced that Inland Rail would be consolidated, with construction to be completed only between Beveridge in Victoria and Parkes in New South Wales by the end of 2027 after an independent cost review by ACIL Allen estimated the full Melbourne to Brisbane corridor would cost more than 45 billion dollars. Works north of Parkes, including all Queensland sections, will now focus on preservation of the rail corridor and protection of sites for future intermodal terminals at Gowrie and Ebenezer. Environmental approvals and selected land acquisitions are expected to continue. The Queensland Coordinator-General previously extended the coordinated project declaration lapse dates to November 2029 while revised EIS information for the Border to Gowrie and Gowrie to Helidon projects is finalised. Any future delivery of the Queensland sections is now subject to a separate Australian Government decision, with completion not expected before 2036 if reactivated.
Inland Rail - NSW/Queensland Border to Gowrie (B2G)
The Border to Gowrie (B2G) section of Inland Rail involves 217km of track, comprising 149km of new dual-gauge track and 68km of upgraded track. This segment links the NSW/QLD border to Gowrie Junction, passing through Yelarbon, Inglewood, and Millmerran. As of May 2026, the project is in the environmental approvals stage. The Queensland Coordinator-General recently extended the project declaration lapse date to 1 November 2029 to allow for additional environmental information and design refinements in response to 2025 community feedback. Major construction is anticipated to commence in 2029.
Toowoomba to Warwick Pipeline
Approximately 111 km underground raw water pipeline transferring water from Wivenhoe Dam via existing Toowoomba bulk water infrastructure (connecting near Mount Kynoch Water Treatment Plant) to a new 15 ML reservoir near Leslie Dam in Warwick. Provides permanent treated water supply to Cambooya, Greenmount, Nobby and Clifton; drought contingency supply to Warwick, Allora, Yangan and (by carting) Stanthorpe and Killarney. Procurement for head contractor underway (as of mid-2024), with construction planned to commence 2026 and completion targeted for 2027 (weather and conditions permitting). Queensland Government-funded project delivered by Seqwater.
Employment
The labour market in Kingsthorpe demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia
Kingsthorpe has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, particularly in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Its unemployment rate is 3.4%, as per AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of December 2025, 1,124 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.7% lower than Regional Qld's 4.0%.
Workforce participation is similar to Regional Qld's 64.5%. Census responses show that 6.3% of residents work from home. Key industries include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing employs 2.3 times more residents than the regional level.
Conversely, accommodation & food services employ just 4.0%, below Regional Qld's 8.3%. The area may have limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the ratio of Census working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 5.5% and employment by 6.6%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point increase in unemployment. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.7%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. However, applying these projections to Kingsthorpe's industry mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.7% over five years and 12.6% over ten years.
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Income
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment
Kingsthorpe's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2023 was $49,047, with an average income of $58,078. This compares to Regional Qld's figures of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. By March 2026, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth project the median income at approximately $54,619 and average income at around $64,676. The 2021 Census places Kingsthorpe's household, family, and personal incomes between the 44th and 46th percentiles. Income analysis shows that 40.2% of residents (932 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket, aligning with the regional figure of 31.7%. After housing costs, 85.4% of income remains for other expenses.
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Housing
Kingsthorpe is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
Kingsthorpe's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, were entirely houses (100.0%) with no other dwellings recorded (0.0%). This contrasts with Regional Qld's mix of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kingsthorpe stood at 29.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 54.8% and rented ones at 15.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent in Kingsthorpe was $310, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Kingsthorpe's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,517 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Kingsthorpe features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Family households constitute 81.2% of all households, including 37.4% couples with children, 32.6% couples without children, and 10.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 18.8%, with lone person households at 16.7% and group households at 1.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5 people.
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Local Schools & Education
Educational outcomes in Kingsthorpe fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment
The area's university qualification rate is 10.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.5%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.3%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 49.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (38.4%). Educational participation is high, with 31.5% currently enrolled in formal education: 13.1% in primary, 8.9% in secondary, and 2.8% in tertiary education.
Educational participation is notably high, with 31.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.1% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 2.8% pursuing tertiary education.
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Transport
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Health
Health performance in Kingsthorpe is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts
Kingsthorpe faces significant health challenges as per AreaSearch's assessment conducted on 15/09/2021. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (around 1,165 people), compared to Regional Qld's 52.5% and the national average of 55.7%.
The most common conditions are mental health issues affecting 10.9% of residents and asthma impacting 9.9%, while 65.0% report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Regional Qld's 67.6%. Working-age population health challenges include elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 15.4% of residents aged 65 and over (357 people), lower than Regional Qld's 20.4%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally in line with national rankings.
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Cultural Diversity
The latest Census data sees Kingsthorpe placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Kingsthorpe's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 92.1% of its population being citizens born in Australia who speak English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Kingsthorpe, comprising 55.3%, compared to 52.2% across Regional Queensland. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (32.6%), English (29.4%), and Irish (8.5%).
Notably, German ancestry is overrepresented at 8.2% in Kingsthorpe compared to the regional average of 4.7%. Additionally, Australian Aboriginal ancestry is higher at 5.0%, while Scottish ancestry stands at 8.4%.
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Age
Kingsthorpe's population is younger than the national pattern
The median age in Kingsthorpe is 35 years, which is lower than Regional Queensland's average of 41 and also under the national average of 38. The 0-4 cohort makes up 8.5% of Kingsthorpe's population, compared to Regional Queensland's average, indicating over-representation in this age group. Conversely, the 75-84 year-olds make up only 3.9%, showing under-representation. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 10.9% to 12.7% of Kingsthorpe's population, while the 65 to 74 cohort increased from 7.9% to 9.7%. However, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 16.8% to 13.5%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 14.1% to 11.4%. Population forecasts for Kingsthorpe indicate significant demographic changes by 2041. Notably, the 25 to 34 age group is expected to grow by 33 people, reaching 433 from 324. Conversely, the 15 to 24 group is forecasted to decrease by 4 residents.