Narangba

Narangba 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 Nov 2025, the estimated population for the Narangba statistical area (Lv2) is around 23,787 people. This figure represents an increase of 2,877 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,910 people in the area. The latest estimate, 23,136 residents as of June 2024, combined with additional validated new addresses since the Census date, results in the current population figure. This translates to a density ratio of approximately 569 persons per square kilometer. Narangba's growth rate of 13.8% since the 2021 census exceeds both the national average (9.7%) and the state average. Interstate migration contributed significantly to this growth, accounting for approximately 55% 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 by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are used. These state projections do not provide age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, a significant population increase is forecasted for the Narangba (SA2), with an expected rise of 6,905 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 26.3% over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Narangba had around 246 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 1,232 homes. As of FY-26155 approvals have been recorded. On average, two new residents per year per dwelling constructed were noted between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand market with stable conditions. The average construction value of new homes was $344,000.

In FY-26, commercial approvals reached $37.1 million, reflecting high local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Narangba exhibits approximately 75% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 87th percentile nationally, suggesting strong developer interest in the area. New building activity comprises 93.0% detached dwellings and 7.0% attached dwellings, preserving Narangba's traditional low density character focused on family homes. The location has approximately 100 people per dwelling approval, signalling an expanding market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Narangba is projected to grow by 6,253 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Narangba 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 44 projects that could affect the region. Notable initiatives include Moreton Bay Central, Narangba Central Shopping Centre, Narangba Heights Estate, and Narangba Innovation Precinct. The following list details those expected to have the most relevance.

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The exceptional employment performance in Narangba places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Narangba has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate was 1.7% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 7.4%.

As of September 2025, 13,356 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.3%, below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation is high at 72.0% compared to Greater Brisbane's 64.5%. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction shows strong specialization with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services have lower representation at 5.3% versus the regional average of 8.9%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. In the past year, employment increased by 7.4% while labour force grew by 6.3%, reducing unemployment by 1.0 percentage points. Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.8%, labour force growth of 3.3%, and a 0.5 percentage point decrease in unemployment. State-level data to 25-Nov shows Queensland employment contracted by 0.01% with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Narangba's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Narangba's median income among taxpayers is $56,881. The average income in the suburb is $64,629. This is below the national average. Comparing with Greater Brisbane, Narangba's median income is $58,236 and average is $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Narangba would be approximately $62,518 (median) and $71,034 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Narangba cluster around the 71st percentile nationally. In terms of income distribution, 41.9% of locals (9,966 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 category, which is consistent with broader trends across the area showing 33.3% in the same category. High housing costs consume 15.7% of income. Despite this, disposable income ranks at the 78th percentile nationally. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Narangba is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Narangba's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, were 96.1% houses and 3.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's 88.8% houses and 11.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Narangba was at 19.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 56.2% and rented ones at 23.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,900, above Brisbane metro's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Narangba was $415, compared to Brisbane metro's $350. Nationally, Narangba's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 87.1% of all households, including 47.9% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 13.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 12.9%, with lone person households at 11.2% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.8.

Educational attainment in Narangba aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 17.6%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.3% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (31.6%). Educational participation is high, with 33.8% currently enrolled in formal education: 12.8% in primary, 11.2% in secondary, and 4.3% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.8% in primary education, 11.2% in secondary education, and 4.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Narangba has 40 operational public transport stops. These include a mix of train and bus services. A total of 66 routes serve these stops, with a combined weekly passenger trip count of 2,134.

Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents located an average of 495 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 304 trips per day across all routes, equating to about 53 weekly trips per individual stop.

Narangba's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Narangba residents show relatively positive health outcomes with low prevalence of common conditions among the general population, although higher than the national average for older and at-risk cohorts. Approximately 53% of Narangba's total population (~12,561 people) has private health cover, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 50.1%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (10.2%) and asthma (9.0%), with 69.3% of residents reporting no medical ailments, compared to 63.7% in Greater Brisbane. Narangba has 11.1% of residents aged 65 and over (2,640 people), lower than Greater Brisbane's 17.3%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those for the broader population.

Narangba ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Narangba, as per the findings, exhibited lower cultural diversity compared to the average. Specifically, 80.7% of its residents were born in Australia, with 89.0% being citizens, and 93.9% speaking English exclusively at home. Christianity was identified as the predominant religion in Narangba, comprising 46.2% of the population.

Notably, the 'Other' religious category showed a slight overrepresentation in Narangba at 0.7%, compared to 0.6% across Greater Brisbane. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (31.5%), Australian (29.6%), and Scottish (7.7%). Some ethnic groups showed significant differences: New Zealanders were overrepresented at 1.4% in Narangba compared to 1.3% regionally, Maori also had an equal representation of 1.2%, and South Africans were slightly more represented at 0.7% compared to the regional average of 0.5%.

Narangba's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Narangba's median age is 33 years, which is slightly younger than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and significantly lower than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Narangba has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (16.7%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.9%). According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has increased from 2.7% to 3.7% of Narangba's population, while the 5-14 cohort has decreased from 18.0% to 16.7%. Demographic modeling predicts significant changes in Narangba's age profile by 2041. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow the most at 34%, adding 1,179 residents to reach a total of 4,629. The 0-4 age group is expected to grow more modestly at 5%, with an increase of 78 residents.