Mango Hill

Mango Hill 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 ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation for the broader area, the estimated population of the suburb of Mango Hill was around 17,381 as of May 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 2,460 people (16.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,921 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 16,928 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 640 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,209 persons per square kilometer. Mango Hill's growth rate exceeded both national (9.3%) and state averages, marking it as a regional growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth being positive factors.

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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Exceptional growth is predicted over the period with the suburb expected to increase by 7,605 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 41.1% in total over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Mango Hill was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Mango Hill has seen approximately 239 new homes approved annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 1,198 homes were approved, with a further 171 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, each home built over these years accommodates approximately 3.6 new residents.

This indicates substantial lag between supply and demand, likely leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction cost value of new homes is around $521,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. Commercial approvals in Mango Hill totaled $3.6 million this financial year, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Mango Hill has 112.0% more development activity per person, offering greater choice for buyers despite a recent slowdown in building activity. This high level of activity nationally reflects strong developer confidence in the area. New building activity in Mango Hill consists of approximately 25.0% detached houses and 75.0% medium to high-density housing. This shift towards compact living offers affordable entry pathways, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

This marks a significant change from the current housing mix, which is predominantly houses (70.0%), likely due to reduced availability of development sites and shifting lifestyle demands. With around 87 people per approval, Mango Hill reflects a developing area with population forecasts indicating a gain of 7,152 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current development patterns continue, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Mango Hill 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 52 projects likely to affect the area. Notable projects include Freshwater Hub, North Lakes Eco-Lifestyle Precinct, 14 Kerr Road East Development, and Capestone Estate. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Mango Hill ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Mango Hill has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors prominently represented. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. Over the past year, employment has been relatively stable.

As of December 2025, 10,026 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.5% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation stands at 81.4%, higher than Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, 17.9% of residents work from home. The dominant employment sectors are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Health care & social assistance has a notable concentration with levels at 1.2 times the regional average. Education & training, however, has limited presence at 7.1%, compared to the regional average of 9.4%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.4% and labour force by 1.1%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment growth of 3.2%, labour force expansion of 3.0%, and a fall in unemployment of 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, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Mango Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years.

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

The suburb of Mango Hill had median taxpayer income of $56,801 and average income of $67,728 in financial year 2023, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data. Greater Brisbane's figures were $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. By March 2026, estimated median income was approximately $63,254 and average income was $75,422, based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36%. Census 2021 data showed incomes in Mango Hill clustered at the 74th percentile nationally. The predominant cohort, spanning 42.0% of locals (7,300 people), had incomes between $1,500 and $2,999. Housing costs consumed 18.0% of income, but disposable income ranked at the 72nd percentile. Mango Hill's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

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

At the latest Census, dwelling structures in Mango Hill consisted of 70.4% houses and 29.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mango Hill was at 10.0%, with the rest being mortgaged (43.2%) or rented (46.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863 and the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Mango Hill was $400, compared to Brisbane metro's $380 and the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 82.5% of all households, including 47.4% couples with children, 19.0% couples without children, and 15.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 17.5%, comprising 14.6% lone person households and 2.8% group households. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Mango Hill shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates at 30.2%, exceeding the SA3 area average of 22.3% and the SA4 region's rate of 24.9%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills are prominent with 37.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 12.7% and certificates at 24.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 36.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.9% in primary education, 9.5% in secondary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Mango Hill has 26 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 36 unique routes, collectively facilitating 2,400 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents typically situated 407 meters from the nearest stop. As primarily residential, most commutes are outward-bound; cars remain the dominant mode at 85%, while train usage stands at 10%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 17.9% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 342 trips daily across all routes, equating to roughly 92 weekly trips per individual stop.

Mango Hill's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Mango Hill's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The level of common health conditions among the general population is somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts. Approximately 54% (~9,392 people) of the total population has private health cover, which is fairly high. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 8.6 and 7.4% of residents respectively. Conversely, 76.0% of residents declare 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 8.7% (1,512 people) of residents aged 65 and over, which is lower than the 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than those of the broader population.

Mango Hill 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

Mango Hill has a high level of cultural diversity, with 26.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 38.1% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Mango Hill, making up 45.1% of its population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 3.9% of the population, compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (23.8%), Australian (21.7%), and Other (12.1%). There are significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: New Zealand (1.6% vs regional 1.0%), Samoan (1.6% vs regional 0.9%), and Maori (1.8% vs regional 1.1%) are notably overrepresented in Mango Hill compared to the Greater Brisbane region.

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

Mango Hill has a median age of 32 years, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and significantly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Mango Hill has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (18.0%) but fewer individuals aged 55-64 (7.0%). This concentration of 5-14 year-olds is notably above the national average of 12.0%. Between 2021 and the present, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 1.4% to 2.8%, while those aged 45 to 54 have risen from 12.0% to 13.2%. Conversely, the percentage of individuals aged 0 to 4 has decreased from 9.2% to 6.6%, and the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has dropped from 15.7% to 13.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling indicates that Mango Hill's age profile will change significantly. The 45 to 54 age cohort is projected to expand substantially, increasing by 1,644 people (72%) from 2,294 to 3,939.