Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Newport (Qld) has an estimated 7,964 residents, up 33.5% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Newport (Qld).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 29 kilometres north-northeast of the Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Newport (Qld) combines an idyllic coastal lifestyle with a scenic atmosphere, offering waterfront properties, pristine beaches and vibrant parks. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb's population is estimated at around 7,964 as of Aug 2026. That estimate is derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. The population has increased by 2,000 people (33.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported 5,964 people, and development activity and population drivers are well above average.
Residents are somewhat older than the typical Australian area, with a median age of 43, and the community is made up largely of family households and couples without children, with a high proportion of married families. Local events such as the annual kite festival further enrich community life. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 29 kilometres north-northeast of the Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Newport (Qld) combines an idyllic coastal lifestyle with a scenic atmosphere, offering waterfront properties, pristine beaches and vibrant parks. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb's population is estimated at around 7,964 as of Aug 2026. That estimate is derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. The population has increased by 2,000 people (33.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported 5,964 people, and development activity and population drivers are well above average.
Residents are somewhat older than the typical Australian area, with a median age of 43, and the community is made up largely of family households and couples without children, with a high proportion of married families. Local events such as the annual kite festival further enrich community life. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,002 in 2006 and 7,803 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,964 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 13.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.6%.
Newport (Qld) ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 98th for education.
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 Newport (Qld) is $825 a week, up 11.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 32% above Greater Brisbane.
32% above Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $531 in 2017, $810 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $825 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +11.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $810 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +10.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Redcliffe | $626 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Redcliffe, over 12 months | +7.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Moreton Bay - North | $601 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Moreton Bay - North, over 12 months | +7.6% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Newport (Qld) (4 under construction) and 131 more in the surrounding area.
Stage 1 is a jointly funded Bruce Highway upgrade delivering extended north-facing ramps between Dohles Rocks Road and Anzac Avenue. Works include a new northbound entry ramp from Dohles Rocks Road extending as an auxiliary lane to the Anzac Avenue exit, a new southbound exit ramp to Dohles Rocks Road, ramp metering, upgraded and new signalised…
A luxury over-50s lifestyle resort featuring 192 homesites. The development includes a multimillion-dollar clubhouse, bowling green, pickleball courts, and a pool. The project required significant civil works including 100,000 cubic meters of fill to manage flood and tidal constraints.
Expansion of the established Newport Retirement Living community as the final Pier North precinct within the broader Stockland Newport masterplanned community.
A 143-hectare bayside masterplanned community on the Redcliffe Peninsula in the Moreton Bay Region, featuring a 22-hectare non-tidal lake with high-mast boat access to Moreton Bay via a lock system.
A collection of 132 luxury waterfront apartments, penthouses, garden villas, and townhomes across two six-storey buildings, with marina berths and resort-style amenities including two swimming pools, communal BBQs, and a residents lounge.
Multi-million dollar four-storey waterfront precinct development, approved by Moreton Bay City Council, featuring 17 three-bedroom dwellings, a restaurant, office, pool, and associated parking. The development will retain existing marina functions and access to moorings, while reducing marina parking from 216 to 125 bays.
Large format retail homemaker centre featuring major retailers including Harvey Norman, Super Amart, and specialty home improvement stores with extensive parking and accessibility. A major new homemaker centre proposed for a 3.7-hectare high-profile site in Rothwell with frontage to Buchanan Street.
Mixed-use neighbourhood retail and dining hub with a supermarket (IGA), medical, lifestyle, and food/beverage precincts. The centre overlooks the Jabiru Canal and includes provisions for casual mooring for boat access. The grand opening was held in October 2023.
A $19.5 million redevelopment of the iconic Suttons Beach site featuring a new two-storey seaside pavilion. The project includes three hospitality tenancies, an elevated event deck, public viewing decks, and extensive landscaping with upgraded public amenities and a Changing Places facility.
Masterplan expansion for Kayo Stadium (Dolphin Stadium) to elevate spectator capacity to between 22,000 and 24,000 seats. The proposed redevelopment includes integrated hotel accommodation, refurbished club amenities, and a 1,000-seat conference centre to support major NRL fixtures and regional entertainment events.
Stage 2a extends the Hornibrook Esplanade shared path in Clontarf to improve cycling and pedestrian safety and connectivity along the waterfront, linking to the existing segregated pathway delivered in Stage 1.
Part of the Redcliffe-Kippa. As of 2026, the project is being integrated into the new City of Moreton Bay Planning Scheme, which focuses on enhancing density around transport hubs and supporting an innovation ecosystem through co-working spaces and incubator hubs.
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Estimated completion year of the 80 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 11, 2026 23, 2027 19, 2028 11, 2029 9, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 1. 8 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 4 substantial development applications lodged in and around Newport (Qld) over the period covered (about 4.4 years), none in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 4 tracked applications: 3 approved, 1 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 20.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 124 | ABS building approvals | 84th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Newport include: Bruce Highway (Brisbane-Gympie), Dohles Rocks Road to Anzac Avenue Upgrade (Stage 1) (Construction); Stockland Newport Retirement Living - Expansion (Pier North) (Construction); Lighthouse Newport (Construction); Stockland Newport Master Planned Community (Completed); and Newport Marina Residential Redevelopment (17 Dwellings and Retail) (Dev. Approval). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Newport spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Communities, among others.
The suburb of Newport ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Newport higher than 97% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Newport area has seen 209 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Newport's current population of 7,964 has been supported by 124 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Newport has seen 20.5 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 72 people in the suburb of Newport, 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 Newport's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 124, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Newport has grown by approximately 2,422 people, while 622 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.9 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.
Newport lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,964 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +33.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,973 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +7.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +9.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,964 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,000 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +6.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +5.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.04 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Newport was estimated to be approximately 7,964 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,803 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of newport has added approximately 2,000 people and shown a 33.53% increase from the 5,964 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Newport is estimated at 1,971 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Newport has shown a compound annual growth rate of 9.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Newport is driven by: Interstate migration (78.0%), Overseas migration (21.0%), Natural increase (1.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 78.0% of overall population gains.
Newport hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.9% | 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 | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Newport at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Newport is 7 years older than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Newport compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 12.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Newport compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 8.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Newport show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (8.6% vs 5.3%) and 65-74 year-olds (12.9% vs 8.0%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (8.7% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.9% of the population in the suburb of Newport as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 23.8% of the population in the suburb of Newport as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 7% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $73,500 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 90th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $98,156 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,418 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,009 | 2021 Census, weekly | 79th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 38.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,562 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Newport is approximately $78,726. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $73,500.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Newport is approximately $105,135. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $98,156.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Newport is approximately $78,726 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,500 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Newport is approximately $105,135 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $98,156 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Newport's households (~31.6% / 665 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Newport is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.6% 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 Newport is $2,418/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Newport is $2,562/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Newport is $1,009/wk.
The suburb of Newport's income level is extremely high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Newport's median income among taxpayers is $73,500 and the average income stands at $98,156, which compares to figures for Greater Brisbane's of $61,668 and $77,113 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $78,726 (median) and $105,135 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Newport is $9,011 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of newport's disposable income is $9,011 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Newport places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 62.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,021 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,078 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,063 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Newport has approximately 4,021 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.0%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Newport stands at 1.0%, which is 3.3 percentage points below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Newport is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.5% of employment), construction (11.4%), and retail trade (9.5%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Newport has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Newport is 62.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Brisbane average of 70.1%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of newport shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 11.4% of the local workforce compared to 9.0% across Greater Brisbane. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of newport's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Newport demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 25.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 25.5% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
25.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Newport have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
35.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Newport have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of newport ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Newport are: Certificate (25.5%), Bachelor Degree (17.9%), Advanced Diploma (13.2%).
27.1% of the population in the suburb of Newport is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.3% in primary school, 8.4% in secondary school, 3.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
Newport features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 37.1% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 39.3% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,107 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,814 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.3% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Newport had 2,107 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 33.6% to an estimated 2,814 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Newport is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (12.9%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,797 family households, couples with children account for 37.1% of all households, couples without children at home 39.3%, and single parent families 8.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Newport shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.3% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 12.9% compared to 23.6% in Greater Brisbane. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Newport have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 60.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 26.0% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 12.9% of all households in the suburb of Newport, notably lower 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 1.8% of households, below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Newport was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 90.2% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.5% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 70.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
Newport was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 9.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 29.3% born overseas.
The main religion in Newport was found to be Christianity, which makes up 55.8% of people in Newport. This compares to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Newport are English, comprising 31.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 26.8%, Australian, comprising 23.4% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Newport (vs 0.6% across Greater Brisbane), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and New Zealand at 1.1% (vs 1.0%).
29.3% of the suburb of Newport population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
9.8% of the population in the suburb of Newport speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.4% of the suburb of Newport population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
86.5% of the suburb of Newport population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Newport is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 23.9% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 38.8% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 93.9% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,470 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 37.2% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $530 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 46th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Newport, 38.8% of homes are owned outright, 37.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 23.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 93.9% of dwellings in the suburb of Newport are houses.
In the suburb of Newport, 3.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Newport stands at 38.8%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Newport is $2,470, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Newport is $1,467, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Newport, households with mortgages typically spend 23.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Newport is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Newport shows mortgage holders spending 23.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 21.9% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Newport consists of 93.9% detached houses, 1.7% semi-detached dwellings, 3.1% apartments, and 1.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Newport consumes approximately 14.0% of median household income ($10,470 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Newport show attached dwellings contributing 41% of approvals compared to 6% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 59% of applications versus 94% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Newport's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 64.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.9% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
Around 64.5% of people in the suburb of Newport are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Newport, 4.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the suburb of Newport are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.1% of the suburb of Newport population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the suburb of Newport have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Newport, 64.5% 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 709 m away and the nearest supermarket 728 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 | 43 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 709 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 728 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 767 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 774 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.2 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 91 places in Newport (Qld), about 3.6 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Newport higher than 97% of real estate markets across the country.
Newport has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 6% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Newport (Qld) is $825 a week, +11.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Newport lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Newport hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 7% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Newport places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Newport demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Newport features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Newport was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Newport is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Newport's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport in Newport (Qld): transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Newport (Qld) has an estimated 7,964 residents, up 33.5% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Newport (Qld).
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 Newport (Qld).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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 (SAL32136). 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 (Aug 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 Newport (Qld) 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 Newport (Qld) 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 | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 20.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
