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Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld) has an estimated 10,820 residents, up 7.8% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld), located 108 kilometres west from Brisbane CBD, has an estimated population of around 10,820 as of Aug 2026. This represents an increase of 781 people (7.8%) since the 2021 Census, when 10,039 people were recorded. The area combines a notable healthcare employment base and strong service amenity with affordable housing options, a strong semi-detached presence, and an above-average renting population. Its average household size is low, and population growth patterns indicate limited expansion.
Newtown has lower-quartile income levels and residents include a high proportion of children, alongside substantial lone person and group households. The suburb is described as having a friendly, diverse community, heritage-listed homes, tree-lined streets, an art and theater scene, parks, sporting facilities, educational institutions, cafes, boutiques, and a local market.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld), located 108 kilometres west from Brisbane CBD, has an estimated population of around 10,820 as of Aug 2026. This represents an increase of 781 people (7.8%) since the 2021 Census, when 10,039 people were recorded. The area combines a notable healthcare employment base and strong service amenity with affordable housing options, a strong semi-detached presence, and an above-average renting population. Its average household size is low, and population growth patterns indicate limited expansion.
Newtown has lower-quartile income levels and residents include a high proportion of children, alongside substantial lone person and group households. The suburb is described as having a friendly, diverse community, heritage-listed homes, tree-lined streets, an art and theater scene, parks, sporting facilities, educational institutions, cafes, boutiques, and a local market.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,058 in 2006 and 10,761 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,820 (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, 18%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $800 - 1,499, 30.9%.
Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld) ranks in the 91st percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 89th 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 Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld) is $495 a week, up 7.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 23% below Regional Qld.
23% below Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $299 in 2017, $521 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $254 in 2017, $417 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $495 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 | $521 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $417 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 | +7.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Toowoomba | $500 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Toowoomba, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | 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 61 tracked applications: 41 approved, 16 under assessment, 4 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld) (2 under construction) and 51 more in the surrounding area.
A $150 million development delivering 185 social and affordable housing units across four apartment buildings of five to six storeys in Newtown, Toowoomba.
Development of 27 purpose-built residential units for social and affordable housing across two buildings, including 19 one-bedroom units, six two-bedroom units, and two four-bedroom townhouses, designed to meet accessibility standards.
Residential subdivision in Kearneys Spring featuring 78 lots in Stage 2, with lot sizes ranging from 600m2 to 834m2. The masterplanned estate is delivered by Gordon Bourke Constructions with close proximity to Toowoomba Base Hospital and City Golf Club.
Master-planned residential estate by Clive Berghofer Land Sales in Kearneys Spring, Toowoomba. The estate comprises approximately 350 residential lots delivered over multiple stages. Stages 1 to 4 are sold and completed.
$11.2 million to construct a new building for additional learning spaces and to relocate the Denise Kable Centre at the Clifford Park Special School.
A 6.06-hectare master-planned mixed-use precinct designed to serve the expanding Toowoomba community. The development is anchored by a full-line Woolworths supermarket with an innovative e-commerce hub.
Refurbishment of a former aged care/retirement complex into 58 self-contained units providing medium to long-term social housing for adults on the social housing register, including older people and people with disabilities.
Construction of 5 Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) villas designed for Robust Participants, each comprising 2 bedrooms, 2 ensuites, a study, open kitchen/living area, and European laundry; one villa includes a room for an onsite overnight carer.
The $1.98 billion New Toowoomba Hospital is a major redevelopment at the Baillie Henderson Hospital campus. Under the Queensland Government Hospital Rescue Plan, the facility will feature 538 overnight beds, including an 84-bed acute mental health facility.
Boutique luxury apartment development by FKG Group, constructed by wholly-owned subsidiary GFG Projects, featuring 18 exquisitely designed residences across 6 levels. The development offers sweeping views of the Mothers Memorial and Queens Park, with amenities including a private roof terrace, pool, gym, yoga room and entertainment area.
Council-led proposal to deliver a landmark art museum and cultural precinct in the Toowoomba CBD to replace or upgrade the existing Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery. A business case being developed by SMA Tourism is testing site options, costs, and governance models to attract touring exhibitions and better house the City collection.
Alford Grove is a 314-lot masterplanned residential community in Glenvale, west of Toowoomba. The estate features extensive parklands, more than 5 km of walking and cycling trails, playgrounds and landscaped open space. Construction is well advanced with multiple completed stages and the final land releases, including Stage 9, now selling.
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Estimated completion year of the 23 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 5, 2027 6, 2028 2, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 2, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 2. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 61 substantial development applications lodged in and around Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld) over the past 5 years, 13 in the last 12 months; 16 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 7, 2023 13, 2024 14, 2025 14, 2026 (to Oct) 13.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 61 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 65 | ABS building approvals | 68th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 41 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 16 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Newtown include: Mission Australia Toowoomba Social and Affordable Housing (Construction); Hill Street Social and Affordable Housing (Approved); Pinnacle of Kearneys (Construction); Kearney West Estate (Construction); and Grants for Growth - Toowoomba Region Housing Infrastructure Program (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Newtown spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Communities, and Residential Development, among others.
The suburb of Newtown 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 positions Newtown among the top 15% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Newtown area has seen 249 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Newtown's current population of 10,820 has been supported by 65 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Newtown has seen 6.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 85 people in the suburb of Newtown, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Newtown's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 65, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Newtown has grown by approximately 758 people, while 324 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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.
Newtown 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 | 10,820 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,952 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,039 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 781 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.54 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Newtown was estimated to be approximately 10,820 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,761 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of newtown has added approximately 781 people and shown a 7.78% increase from the 10,039 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Newtown is estimated at 1,953 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Newtown has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.9% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Newtown is driven by: Natural increase (54.0%), Overseas migration (30.0%), Interstate migration (15.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 54.0% of overall population gains.
Newtown's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.7% | 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 | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Newtown at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Newtown is 6 years younger than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Newtown compared to the Regional Qld region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 18.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Newtown compared to the Regional Qld region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 9.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Newtown show significant variance compared to Regional Qld. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (18.0% vs 12.6%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.9% of the population in the suburb of Newtown as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.0% of the population in the suburb of Newtown as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 84% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $53,210 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $66,162 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,200 | 2021 Census, weekly | 13th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $688 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 8.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,507 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 31.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Newtown is approximately $56,993. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $53,210.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Newtown is approximately $70,866. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $66,162.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Newtown is approximately $56,993 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,210 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Newtown is approximately $70,866 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,162 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Newtown's households (~30.9% / 1,302 households) is the $800 - 1,499 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Newtown is the $800 - 1,499 group, representing about 30.9% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Newtown is $1,200/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Newtown is $1,507/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Newtown is $688/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Newtown had a median income among taxpayers of $53,210 with the average level standing at $66,162. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $56,722 and $71,544 across Regional Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $56,993 (median) and $70,866 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Newtown is $4,252 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of newtown's disposable income is $4,252 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment indicates Newtown faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 60.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,069 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,735 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,408 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Newtown has approximately 5,069 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.3%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Newtown stands at 6.3%, which is 2.4 percentage points above Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%. 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 Newtown is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (21.0% of employment), retail trade (11.2%), and education & training (9.9%). Other significant employers include construction and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Newtown has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Newtown is 60.8%, 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 Regional Qld average of 64.2%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Qld.
The suburb of newtown shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 21.0% of the local workforce compared to 16.1% across Regional Qld. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of newtown's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.7% growth, ranking 14th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld): university qualifications 18.3%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 996.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 18.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 45.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
18.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Newtown have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
45.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Newtown have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of newtown ranks in the 39th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Newtown are: Certificate (27.8%), Bachelor Degree (12.4%), Advanced Diploma (9.0%).
30.1% of the population in the suburb of Newtown is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.2% in primary school, 9.2% in secondary school, 4.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Newtown is 996, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 8 schools within the suburb of Newtown, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,072 students.
The suburb of newtown includes 3 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 2 combined schools.
Newtown features high concentrations of lone person households and single parent families but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 38.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 17.7% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.0% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,214 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,542 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 57.3% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Newtown had 4,214 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.8% to an estimated 4,542 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Newtown is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 57.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (38.0%), group households (4.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,415 family households, couples with children account for 17.7% of all households, couples without children at home 23.2%, and single parent families 15.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Newtown shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 38.0% (versus 25.6% in Regional Qld). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 57.3% compared to 70.4% in Regional Qld. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Newtown have an average of 1.6 children, slightly below the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 35.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 42.7% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 38.0% of all households in the suburb of Newtown, higher than the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.8% of households, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 4.0%.
In terms of cultural diversity, Newtown records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 17.3% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 13.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 86.5% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.7% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
Newtown was found to be roughly in line with the national average in terms of cultural diversity, with 84.6% of its population being citizens, 82.7% born in Australia, and 86.5% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Newtown was found to be Christianity, which makes up 51.6% of people in Newtown. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 5.4% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Newtown are English, comprising 26.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 26.7% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 7.1% of Newtown (vs 4.7% across Regional Qld), Australian Aboriginal at 5.2% (vs 3.9%) and Korean at 0.2% (vs 0.2%).
17.3% of the suburb of Newtown population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
13.5% of the population in the suburb of Newtown speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
5.2% of the suburb of Newtown population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
84.6% of the suburb of Newtown population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
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Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Newtown is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 48.4% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 24.3% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 70.9% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,254 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 15th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 27.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $289 | 2021 Census, weekly | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 51st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Newtown, 24.3% of homes are owned outright, 27.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 48.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 70.9% of dwellings in the suburb of Newtown are houses.
In the suburb of Newtown, 9.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 19.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Newtown stands at 24.3%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Newtown is $1,254, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Newtown is $948, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Newtown, households with mortgages typically spend 24.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Newtown is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Newtown shows mortgage holders spending 24.1% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 24.1% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Newtown consists of 70.9% detached houses, 19.2% semi-detached dwellings, 9.7% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Newtown consumes approximately 18.2% of median household income ($5,196 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Newtown show attached dwellings contributing 92% of approvals compared to 29% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 8% of applications versus 71% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health performance in Newtown is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 36th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 62.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 69.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
Around 51.5% of people in the suburb of Newtown are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Newtown, 7.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
9.5% of people in the suburb of Newtown are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.1% of the suburb of Newtown population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the suburb of Newtown have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Newtown, 51.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 49 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 49th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 65 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 822 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 166 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 5 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 5.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 65 public transport stops within the suburb of Newtown.
The suburb of Newtown has 822 weekly trips across 5 routes, averaging 117 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 179 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 400 m away and the nearest school 441 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 65 stops nearby, 822 weekly trips, access rating 49 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 89 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 89th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 400 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 441 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 573 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 597 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 728 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 908 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.5 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 are 4 long day care centres with 318 places in Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld), about 2.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Newtown among the top 15% of areas assessed nationwide.
Newtown has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 9% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld) is $495 a week, +7.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Newtown is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Newtown's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income figures position the area below 84% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment indicates Newtown faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
Education in Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld): university qualifications 18.3%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 996.
Newtown features high concentrations of lone person households and single parent families but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Regional Qld.
In terms of cultural diversity, Newtown records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Newtown is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Qld.
Health performance in Newtown is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld) has an estimated 10,820 residents, up 7.8% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Newtown (Toowoomba - 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 Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 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 (SAL32139). 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 (Oct 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 Newtown (Toowoomba - 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 Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld) with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
