Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
New Farm has an estimated 13,639 residents, up 11.8% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in New Farm.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 2.2 kilometres east from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of New Farm presents a vibrant riverside setting characterised by leafy streets, historic Queenslanders, renovated residences, and notable destinations such as the Brisbane Powerhouse arts venue and New Farm Park. As of August 2026, New Farm's population is estimated at around 13,639, derived by AreaSearch from aggregated SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address updates. This represents an increase of 1,442 people (11.8%) from the 12,197 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. The local community is distinguished by a low average household size and an above-average renting population, with young adults prominently represented across lone person and group households.
Local market appeal is further underpinned by an active cafe culture, trendy bars, and fresh food markets that provide diverse culinary experiences.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 2.2 kilometres east from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of New Farm presents a vibrant riverside setting characterised by leafy streets, historic Queenslanders, renovated residences, and notable destinations such as the Brisbane Powerhouse arts venue and New Farm Park. As of August 2026, New Farm's population is estimated at around 13,639, derived by AreaSearch from aggregated SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address updates. This represents an increase of 1,442 people (11.8%) from the 12,197 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. The local community is distinguished by a low average household size and an above-average renting population, with young adults prominently represented across lone person and group households.
Local market appeal is further underpinned by an active cafe culture, trendy bars, and fresh food markets that provide diverse culinary experiences.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 11,726 in 2006 and 13,611 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,639 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 25.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29%.
New Farm ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for education and the 95th for amenities.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in New Farm is $675 a week, up 7.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 8% above Greater Brisbane.
8% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $774 in 2017, $1,265 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $405 in 2017, $684 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $675 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,265 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | -2.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $684 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +7.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane Inner | $620 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane Inner, over 12 months | +11.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane Inner City | $628 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane Inner City, over 12 months | +9.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Brisbane | $627 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Brisbane, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 314 tracked applications: 239 approved, 56 under assessment, 19 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 10 projects in New Farm (3 under construction) and 171 more in the surrounding area.
James Place is a six to seven level mixed-use retail, dining, wellness and boutique office precinct by Forme on James Street. The project includes about 4,200 sqm of retail, 4,500 sqm of office space, restaurants, a central plaza, landscaped terraces, dual street frontages and a rooftop venue.
Heritage-listed 3.5-hectare riverside precinct beneath the Story Bridge transformed by Artemus Group into a world-class hospitality and entertainment destination featuring 13 restaurants, bars, a craft brewery, event spaces and the Fantauzzo Art Series Hotel.
Luxury riverfront development featuring six exclusive full-floor residences in New Farm, Brisbane. A collaboration between Spyre Group and bureau proberts architects, the project offers a premium lifestyle with direct Brisbane River access and uninterrupted views of the Story Bridge.
Designed by Bureau Proberts, Riverton is an ultra-exclusive riverfront development in New Farm consisting of five full-floor luxury apartments. The six-storey building features three and four-bedroom residences with private courtyards, premium stone and timber finishes, and a residents pool area, offering uninterrupted views of the Brisbane River and city…
Fortis has received development approval for Bowen Tce, a residential redevelopment of the former Ozcare/Palm Lodge aged care site at 424 Bowen Terrace, New Farm.
The Bedford by Mosaic is a mixed-use luxury apartment development on a long-vacant Kangaroo Point site. The project includes premium 2- and 3-bedroom residences and sky homes over 17 levels, rooftop resort-style resident amenities, and ground-floor retail anchored by a full-line Woolworths supermarket, cafe and liquor store.
The Elystan Road Drainage Upgrade was a critical flood resilience project that installed new underground stormwater pipes, manhole chambers, and roadside gullies in New Farm. Part of the broader New Farm Park Upgrades 2025 program, the project utilised micro-tunnelling techniques to install infrastructure with minimal surface disruption and community impact.
A 16-level boutique luxury hotel redevelopment of the existing Il Mondo Hotel site in Kangaroo Point. Designed by Plus Architecture, the 15,500 sqm development will feature 179 guest rooms, wellness facilities, a rooftop infinity pool, and conference spaces.
A $2.5 billion mixed-use precinct transformation of the Eagle Street Pier and Waterfront Place area. The development includes two premium-grade office towers (49 and 43 levels), approximately 120,000 sqm of office space, and a revitalised riverfront retail dining hub.
Teneriffe Banks is a $1.5 billion riverfront mixed-use precinct by Kokoda Property on a 17,612 sqm former industrial site in Teneriffe. The precinct is planned to include 212 luxury residences across four architecturally distinct residential buildings, Brisbane's first Kimpton Hotel, extensive retail, hospitality and wellness amenities, boutique laneways…
A luxury riverfront development by Fortis featuring 15 exclusive residences, including full-floor apartments and a sprawling two-level penthouse.
Howard Smith Wharves Expansion, known as HSW 2.0, is a redevelopment of the Brisbane riverfront precinct at 5 Boundary Street, Fortitude Valley, by Artemus Group. The 2024 application proposed a nine-storey boutique hotel, an overwater pool, two new cliff lifts and expanded public space.
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Estimated completion year of the 108 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 17, 2027 28, 2028 24, 2029 14, 2030 6, 2031 8, 2032 5, 2033 1, 2034 1. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 314 substantial development applications lodged in and around New Farm over the past 5 years, 67 in the last 12 months; 56 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 17, 2022 56, 2023 66, 2024 46, 2025 78, 2026 (to Oct) 51.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 314 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 67 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 37th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 36 | ABS building approvals | 48th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 239 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 56 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of New Farm include: James Place (Construction); Moray House (Construction); Riverton (Construction); Bowen Tce (Dev. Approval); and Waterfront Brisbane (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of New Farm spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Tourism, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within New Farm when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of New Farm area has seen 97 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of New Farm's current population of 13,639 has been supported by 36 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of New Farm has seen 2.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.1 approval in Greater Brisbane. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 279 people in the suburb of New Farm, compared to one for every 117 in Greater Brisbane.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of New Farm's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 36, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of New Farm has grown by approximately 698 people, while 182 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
New Farm is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,639 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 6,620 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,197 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,442 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.06 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of New Farm was estimated to be approximately 13,639 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,611 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of New Farm has added approximately 1,442 people and shown a 11.82% increase from the 12,197 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of New Farm is estimated at 6,621 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of New Farm has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of New Farm is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
New Farm's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 34.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 63.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 25.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of New Farm at 38 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, New Farm is 2 years older than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of New Farm compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 25.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of New Farm compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 5.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of New Farm show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (25.3% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (5.7% vs 12.3%) and 0-4 year-olds (3.2% vs 5.6%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 8.9% of the population in the suburb of New Farm as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.5% of the population in the suburb of New Farm as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 85% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $80,615 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 96th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $135,428 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,069 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,226 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 33.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,173 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of New Farm is approximately $86,347. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $80,615.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of New Farm is approximately $145,057. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $135,428.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of New Farm is approximately $86,347 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $80,615 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of New Farm is approximately $145,057 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $135,428 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of New Farm's households (~29.0% / 1,656 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of New Farm is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.0% of households. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 33.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of New Farm is $2,069/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of New Farm is $3,173/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of New Farm is $1,226/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of New Farm's median income among taxpayers is $80,615, with an average of $135,428. This is exceptionally high nationally, and compares to Greater Brisbane's median of $61,668 and average of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $86,347 (median) and $145,057 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of New Farm is $7,535 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of New Farm's disposable income is $7,535 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in New Farm shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,872 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,187 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,347 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of New Farm has approximately 8,872 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.1%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of New Farm stands at 5.1%, which is 0.8 percentage points above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of New Farm is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (19.5% of employment), health care & social assistance (15.8%), and accommodation & food (8.6%). Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of New Farm has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of New Farm is 75.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of New Farm shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 19.5% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.2, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of New Farm's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
New Farm demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 35.2% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 14.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 54.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 23.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
54.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of New Farm have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
23.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of New Farm have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of New Farm ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of New Farm are: Bachelor Degree (35.2%), Postgraduate (14.1%), Certificate (12.2%).
25.4% of the population in the suburb of New Farm is currently engaged in formal education, including 5.1% in primary school, 4.2% in secondary school, 9.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of New Farm is 1127, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of New Farm, with a combined enrollment of approximately 829 students.
The suburb of New Farm includes 2 primary schools.
New Farm features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 1.9 people | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 42.5% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 13.8% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.8% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,710 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,385 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 48.8% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.9 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of New Farm had 5,710 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.8% to an estimated 6,385 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of New Farm is 1.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 48.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (42.5%), group households (8.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,786 family households, couples with children account for 13.8% of all households, couples without children at home 28.8%, and single parent families 4.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of New Farm shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 42.5% (versus 23.6% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 48.8% compared to 71.7% in Greater Brisbane. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 31.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 51.9% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 42.5% of all households in the suburb of New Farm, higher than the average for Greater Brisbane of 23.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 8.7% of households, above the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in New Farm was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 29.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 16.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 83.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 81.5% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 70.2% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
New Farm was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 16.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 29.8% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in New Farm, at 43.7% of people, although more residents (50.9%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.4% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in New Farm are English, comprising 26.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 17.6% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Brisbane's 23.2%, and Irish, comprising 12.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of New Farm (vs 0.5% across Greater Brisbane), Polish at 1.0% (vs 0.5%) and Scottish at 9.3% (vs 7.4%).
29.8% of the suburb of New Farm population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
16.7% of the population in the suburb of New Farm speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
0.8% of the suburb of New Farm population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
81.5% of the suburb of New Farm population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
New Farm features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 54.8% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 74.8% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,264 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $405 | 2021 Census, weekly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 62nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of New Farm, 24.6% of homes are owned outright, 20.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 54.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 20.5% of dwellings in the suburb of New Farm are houses.
In the suburb of New Farm, 74.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of New Farm stands at 24.6%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of New Farm is $2,264, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of New Farm is $1,430, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of New Farm, households with mortgages typically spend 25.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of New Farm is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of New Farm shows mortgage holders spending 25.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 19.6% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of New Farm consists of 20.5% detached houses, 4.4% semi-detached dwellings, 74.8% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in New Farm consumes approximately 16.0% of median household income ($8,959 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in New Farm show attached dwellings contributing 90% of approvals compared to 80% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 10% of applications versus 20% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. New Farm is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
New Farm's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 79.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 97th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.9% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
Around 79.6% of people in the suburb of New Farm are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of New Farm, 4.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the suburb of New Farm are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.9% of the suburb of New Farm population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the suburb of New Farm have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of New Farm, 79.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Brisbane sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.1%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 401 m away and the nearest pharmacy 403 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 95th percentile nationally |
| Nearest dentist | 312 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 401 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 403 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 423 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 423 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 455 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 479 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 504 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 523 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 59 places in New Farm, about 7.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within New Farm when compared nationally.
New Farm ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in New Farm is $675 a week, +7.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
New Farm is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
New Farm's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 85% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The employment landscape in New Farm shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
New Farm demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
New Farm features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in New Farm was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
New Farm features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
New Farm's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in New Farm: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
New Farm has an estimated 13,639 residents, up 11.8% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in New Farm.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for New Farm.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Apr 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32129). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Apr 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for New Farm from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares New Farm with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 29.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
