Kingston (Qld)

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Kingston's population is estimated at around 11,291 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 785 people (7.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,506 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 11,268 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 21 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,658 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Kingston's 7.5% growth since census positions it within 2.4 percentage points of the national average (9.9%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 56.00000000000001% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that 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. Moving forward with demographic trends, lower quartile growth of national areas is anticipated, with the suburb of Kingston expected to grow by 480 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 4.1% in total over the 17 years.

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

Kingston has averaged approximately 32 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25. This totals an estimated 160 homes. As of FY-26, 11 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling is expected to accommodate around 2.4 new residents annually.

The average construction cost value for new homes in the area is approximately $299,000. In terms of commercial development, there have been $28.3 million in approvals during FY-26, indicating steady investment activity.

New residential developments consist mainly of detached houses (71.0%) and townhouses or apartments (29.0%), reflecting the area's suburban identity and demand for family homes with space. The population density per approval is around 454 people. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Kingston is projected to grow by approximately 460 residents by 2041. Given current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 43 projects that may impact this region. Notable initiatives include Logan Hospital Expansion, Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail, Water and Wastewater Capital Works Program, and Slacks Creek Recovery Plan. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Kingston faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Kingston has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors, an unemployment rate of 12.3%, and estimated employment growth of 9.2% over the past year. As of September 2025, there are 4,224 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 8.3%, higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation is lower at 56.1% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%.

Only 6.2% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing is particularly strong with an employment share 1.9 times the regional level, while professional & technical services are under-represented at 2.9%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities.

Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 9.2% and labour force grew by 2.1%, reducing unemployment by 5.7 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Brisbane had employment growth of 3.8%, labour force growth of 3.3%, and a decrease in unemployment of 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kingston's employment mix, local employment is expected to increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.4% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that in Kingston, median income is $40,658 and average income is $43,727. Nationally, median income is higher at $58,236 and average income is $72,799. By September 2025, estimates suggest median income will be approximately $44,687 and average income will be around $48,060, based on a 9.91% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Kingston fall between the 5th and 11th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile indicates that 31.1% of individuals earn within the $800 - $1,499 band, unlike regional levels where the $1,500 - $2,999 category is predominant at 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Kingston, with only 79.4% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 10th percentile nationally.

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

Kingston's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 83.6% houses and 16.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro, in comparison, had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kingston was at 21.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.7% and rented at 52.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,309, below Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Kingston was $315, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Kingston's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Kingston features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 70.7% of all households, including 27.2% couples with children, 17.6% couples without children, and 23.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 29.3%, with lone person households at 24.3% and group households comprising 4.8%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Kingston faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 9.2%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 6.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.6%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 40.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (30.8%).

Educational participation is high, with 35.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.5% in primary education, 10.8% in secondary education, and 3.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Kingston has 59 active public transport stops, serving a mix of train and bus services. These are covered by 26 routes, offering a total of 2,296 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated good, with residents typically living 200 meters from the nearest stop. Most commuters travel outward due to Kingston's residential nature. Cars remain the dominant transport mode at 89%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 6.2% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 328 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 38 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Kingston faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch through mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions impact both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 45% of Kingston's total population (~5,027 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are asthma (10.1%) and mental health issues (10.0%). Conversely, 65.0% of residents report no medical ailments, lower than Greater Brisbane's 69.2%. Working-age population health challenges include high chronic condition rates. Kingston has 13.8% of residents aged 65 and over (1,558 people), lower than Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges but align with national rankings for the general population.

Kingston 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

Kingston's population shows high cultural diversity, with 36.3% born overseas and 29.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Kingston, accounting for 47.6% of the population. Islam is notably overrepresented, comprising 9.0%, compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 2.0%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (22.3%), Other (21.1%), and Australian (20.5%). Some ethnic groups have significant representation in Kingston: Samoan at 5.1% (regional average 0.9%), Maori at 3.0% (1.1%), and New Zealand at 1.2% (1.0%).

Kingston hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Kingston's median age is 32 years, which is lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and significantly below Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Kingston has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (16.1%) but fewer individuals aged 35-44 (11.7%). Between 2021 and the present, the population share of those aged 75-84 has increased from 3.5% to 5.1%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 15.8% to 13.6%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes in Kingston's age profile. The number of individuals aged 85 and above is expected to grow by 181%, from 135 to 381 people. Notably, the combined population growth for those aged 65 and above will account for 59% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. Conversely, population declines are projected for the age groups 0-4 and 5-14.