Kuraby

Kuraby has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of Kuraby is around 9,055, reflecting an increase of 318 people since the 2021 Census. This growth rate is approximately 3.6%. The resident population estimate of 9,036 by AreaSearch, based on ERP data release by ABS in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date, indicates this increase. This results in a population density ratio of 1,930 persons per square kilometer, higher than average national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Kuraby has shown resilient growth over the past decade with a compound annual growth rate of 1.0%, outpacing its SA3 area. 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 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used. However, these state projections lack age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data for each age cohort. Future demographic trends anticipate lower quartile growth of national areas, with Kuraby expected to grow by 84 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total gain of 1.5% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Kuraby according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Kuraby averaged around 11 new dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 55 homes. So far in FY-26, 9 approvals have been recorded. On average, 6.2 people moved to the area per year for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating demand significantly exceeds new supply. New dwellings are developed at an average expected construction cost value of $633,000, reflecting a developer focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties.

This financial year has seen $9.8 million in commercial development approvals recorded, suggesting steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Kuraby shows substantially reduced construction levels (61.0% below regional average per person), which typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. This level is also lower than nationally, indicating market maturity and possible development constraints. All new construction has been comprised of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. With around 823 people per dwelling approval, Kuraby reflects a highly mature market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Kuraby is expected to grow by 132 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Kuraby 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 18 projects likely to affect the area. Notable projects include Holmview Estate Development, Eight Mile Plains Development Site, Kuraby Special School's new administration and learning centre, and Runcorn State School's facilities upgrade. The following list details those most relevant.

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Kuraby has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Kuraby has a highly educated workforce with essential services sectors well-represented. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 4.6%. Over the past year, employment stability has been relatively consistent, based on AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

In Kuraby, 4,436 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate 0.6% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation is lower at 66.0%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 18.5% of Kuraby's residents work from home.

Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. However, construction is under-represented at 6.3%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 9.0%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, labour force levels increased by 0.5% while employment declined by 0.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 3.8% and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points over the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase in employment over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kuraby's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

In AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Kuraby's median income among taxpayers is $48,371. The average income is $63,442. This is lower than 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 Kuraby would be approximately $53,165 (median) and $69,729 (average) as of September 2025. According to census data, household income ranks at the 74th percentile ($2,136 weekly), while personal income is at the 37th percentile. The earnings profile shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 36.3% of residents (3,286 people). This pattern is similar to the broader area where 33.3% occupy this range. Housing accounts for 13.9% of income. Strong earnings rank residents within the 76th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Kuraby, as per the latest Census, consisted of 86.3% houses and 13.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kuraby stood at 34.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.4% and rented ones at 25.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,100, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Kuraby was $400, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Kuraby's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher than the national figure of $375.

Kuraby features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 86.9% of all households, including 52.9% couples with children, 22.8% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 13.1%, with lone person households at 10.5% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

Educational attainment in Kuraby is notably high, with 40.6% of residents aged 15 years and above holding university qualifications. This compares to 25.7% in Queensland (QLD) and 30.4% nationally. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 26.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 11.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 25.0% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 14.2%.

Educational participation is particularly high, with 35.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.2% in primary education, 10.0% in secondary education, and 6.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Kuraby indicates that there are currently 22 operational transport stops serving the area. These consist of a mix of train and bus services, with a total of 25 individual routes providing passenger trips weekly. The overall number of weekly passenger trips amounts to 1,282. Transport accessibility is considered good, with residents typically situated approximately 280 meters from their nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuting involves outward travel. The car remains the primary mode of transportation for residents, with 86% using this method, while bus and train usage stands at 6% and 5% respectively.

Vehicle ownership in Kuraby averages 1.8 per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 18.5% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 183 trips per day, equating to roughly 58 weekly trips per individual stop.

Kuraby's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Kuraby's health outcomes data shows impressive results based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of Kuraby's total population (~4,739 people), slightly higher than the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Brisbane's 55.8%. Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions in Kuraby, affecting 6.0 and 4.7% of residents respectively. Notably, 78.9% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Working-age residents exhibit low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 12.8% of residents aged 65 and over (1,159 people), lower than Greater Brisbane's 15.2%. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

Kuraby is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Kuraby has one of the highest proportions of cultural diversity in Australia, with 56.7% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 53.2% born overseas. The predominant religion in Kuraby is Islam, accounting for 33.5% of the population, significantly higher than the 2.0% average across Greater Brisbane. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups in Kuraby are 'Other', comprising 28.0%, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 9.4%, Chinese at 13.7%, higher than the regional average of 3.4%, and English at 12.6%, notably lower than the regional average of 26.8%.

Other ethnic groups with notable representation in Kuraby include South African at 1.6% (compared to 0.6% regionally), Indian at 10.3% (compared to 2.0%), and Korean at 2.3% (compared to 0.5%).

Kuraby hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Kuraby has a median age of 34 years, which is slightly lower than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 years and significantly below Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Kuraby has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (16.1%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.4%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 14.3% to 15.9%, while the proportion of those aged 75-84 has risen from 3.4% to 4.6%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 13.4% to 11.4%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Kuraby. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 14%, adding 163 residents to reach a total of 1,341. Demographic aging continues as residents aged 65 and older represent 53% of anticipated population growth. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 25-34 age groups are expected to experience population declines.