Suburb profile · Greater Brisbane
Northgate (Qld) has an estimated 5,206 residents, up 6.8% since the 2021 Census, with 72 projects tracked in the area around Northgate (Qld).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Northgate (Qld) is conveniently located 9.6 kilometres north-northeast from Brisbane CBD. Its population is estimated at around 5,206 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. This represents growth of 330 people (6.8%) since the 2021 Census, when 4,876 people were recorded.
Northgate has a well-educated community, a high proportion of renters, a strong apartment presence, and notable populations aged 35 to 44 and 25 to 34. Semi-detached housing is also common. Young adults and working-age residents are prominent, with group households forming a substantial part of the community.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Northgate (Qld) is conveniently located 9.6 kilometres north-northeast from Brisbane CBD. Its population is estimated at around 5,206 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. This represents growth of 330 people (6.8%) since the 2021 Census, when 4,876 people were recorded.
Northgate has a well-educated community, a high proportion of renters, a strong apartment presence, and notable populations aged 35 to 44 and 25 to 34. Semi-detached housing is also common. Young adults and working-age residents are prominent, with group households forming a substantial part of the community.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,044 in 2006 and 5,191 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,206 (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, 20.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.3%.
Northgate (Qld) ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 86th 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 Northgate (Qld) is $600 a week, up 3.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 4% below Greater Brisbane.
4% below Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $481 in 2017, $662 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $308 in 2017, $523 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $600 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $662 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $523 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 | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Nundah | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Nundah, over 12 months | +3.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Brisbane - North | $658 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Brisbane - North, over 12 months | +5.9% | 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 93 tracked applications: 76 approved, 14 under assessment, 3 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 72 projects in and around Northgate (Qld), 20 of them under construction.
Mixed-use development at the corner of Danby Lane, Buckland Road and Sandgate Road in Nundah Village, comprising a 12-storey tower of 93 apartments (one to four bedrooms) above ground-floor retail and first-floor commercial space.
12-storey mixed-use project in Nundah Village delivering 84 apartments above ground floor retail with resident amenities including pool deck, gym, function room and rooftop terrace. Construction commenced in Feb 2025 with completion targeted for early 2027.
A development application has been lodged for a 5-storey residential building comprising 20 units. The design features one, two, and three-bedroom apartments and is a minor adjustment to a previously approved plan in 2021. The design by Angelo Patrick Architects incorporates features to mitigate flood risk from a nearby creek.
Traffic capacity and safety upgrade at the key intersection of Sandgate Road and Hamilton Road in Wavell Heights. Works include signal optimization, dedicated turning lane improvements, and upgraded active transport pedestrian crossings to reduce congestion along the arterial corridor.
The Cross River Rail project will implement the European Train Control System (ETCS), introducing a digital signalling system that replaces trackside lights with automated routes and train management through continuous data exchange.
A boutique community of 82 architecturally designed 3 and 4 bedroom townhomes by Peet Limited, 18 km north of Brisbane CBD in Nudgee. Located 120m from Nudgee train station and walking distance to the Banyo cafe strip, with easy access to the Gateway Motorway, Brisbane Airport and local parks.
Proposed boutique residential development comprising seven apartments on a 1,176sqm site zoned for low-medium density residential use. The development includes two 1-bedroom platinum units, one 1-bedroom general unit, three 2-bedroom general units, and one 3-bedroom general unit.
Residential subdivision of a 5.56 hectare site at 112 Raceview Avenue, Hendra (Brisbane), with development approval for a premium residential community of around 66 to 69 lots. Lot sizes range from about 400 to 708 sqm, with new local roads, a large new park and a drainage lot.
Approved neighbourhood shopping centre redevelopment and revitalisation at 830-832 Sandgate Road and 139 Junction Road, Clayfield. The proposal, designed by Feather and Lawry Design, involves demolition of the existing single-storey building fronting Sandgate Road and construction of a new 1,659 square metre three-storey signature building with rooftop deck…
Development of a five-storey residential aged care facility comprising 154 beds within the Brisbane Racing Club's masterplanned precinct at Eagle Farm Racecourse. The design features an H-shaped layout, internal courtyards, communal wellness amenities, and private terraces to foster an intergenerational care environment.
The redevelopment of the flood-damaged Toombul Shopping Centre, with demolition completed in February 2025. The project aims to create a mixed-use precinct including residential units, retail spaces, commercial areas, and landscaped open spaces for flood mitigation and community use. Mirvac is currently seeking partners to advance the development.
A business case was completed to investigate the expansion of parking facilities at Northgate station. However, due to significant capital costs, no value-for-money options were identified for a multi-storey parking facility. There are currently no plans for park 'n' ride expansion at this location.
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Estimated completion year of the 28 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 8, 2027 9, 2028 2, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 21 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 93 substantial development applications lodged in and around Northgate (Qld) over the past 5 years, 13 in the last 12 months; 14 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 7, 2022 19, 2023 14, 2024 11, 2025 31, 2026 (to Oct) 11.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 93 | 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 | 2.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 13 | ABS building approvals | 25th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 76 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Northgate include: Danby Lane - Nundah Village (Construction); Danby Lane (Construction); Village Central (Completed); Future BNE Master Plan (Construction); and Nundah Apartments (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Northgate spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
The suburb of Northgate ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Northgate when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Northgate area has seen 41 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Northgate's current population of 5,206 has been supported by 13 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Northgate has seen 2.5 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 251 people in the suburb of Northgate, 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 Northgate's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 13, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Northgate has grown by approximately 237 people, while 64 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.7 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Northgate reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,206 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,572 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,876 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 330 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.31 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Northgate was estimated to be approximately 5,206 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,191 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of northgate has added approximately 330 people and shown a 6.77% increase from the 4,876 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Northgate is estimated at 1,573 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Northgate has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Northgate is driven by: Overseas migration (53.0%), Natural increase (47.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 53.0% of overall population gains.
Northgate'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 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 60.3% | 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 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 20.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Northgate 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, Northgate is comparable to the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 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 Northgate compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 20.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Northgate compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 10.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Northgate show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.1% vs 1.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.1% of the population in the suburb of Northgate as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 11.9% of the population in the suburb of Northgate as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $67,703 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $82,975 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,041 | 2021 Census, weekly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $998 | 2021 Census, weekly | 78th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 31.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,627 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Northgate is approximately $72,517. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $67,703.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Northgate is approximately $88,875. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $82,975.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Northgate is approximately $72,517 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,703 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Northgate is approximately $88,875 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $82,975 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Northgate's households (~30.3% / 591 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Northgate is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.3% 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 Northgate is $2,041/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Northgate is $2,627/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Northgate is $998/wk.
The suburb of Northgate's income level is very high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Northgate's median income among taxpayers is $67,703 and the average income stands at $82,975, 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 $72,517 (median) and $88,875 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Northgate is $7,389 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of northgate's disposable income is $7,389 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Northgate ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 82.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,487 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,612 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,638 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Northgate has approximately 3,487 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Northgate stands at 4.2%, which is broadly in line with Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Northgate is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.4% of employment), professional & technical (11.4%), and education & training (8.3%). Other significant employers include retail trade and transport, postal & warehousing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Northgate 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 Northgate is 82.8%, 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%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of northgate shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 11.4% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. 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 northgate's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Northgate shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 26.4% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 38.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 19.6% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 30.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
38.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Northgate have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
30.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Northgate have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb of northgate ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Northgate are: Bachelor Degree (26.4%), Certificate (19.6%), Advanced Diploma (12.0%).
29.1% of the population in the suburb of Northgate is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.0% in primary school, 6.4% in secondary school, 7.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Northgate is 1077, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Northgate, with a combined enrollment of approximately 341 students.
The suburb of northgate includes 1 primary school.
Northgate features high concentrations of group households and lone person 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 | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.2% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.1% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,950 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,082 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 64.2% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.2 per family | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Northgate had 1,950 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.8% to an estimated 2,082 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Northgate is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 64.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.2%), group households (5.6%), and other household types (0.2%).
Of the 1,252 family households, couples with children account for 29.0% of all households, couples without children at home 24.1%, and single parent families 9.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Northgate shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 30.2% (versus 23.6% in Greater Brisbane). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 64.2% compared to 71.7% in Greater Brisbane. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Northgate have an average of 1.2 children, slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 41.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 44.0% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 30.2% of all households in the suburb of Northgate, 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 5.6% of households, slightly above the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Northgate 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 | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 17.7% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 82.3% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 83.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 73.8% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
Northgate was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 26.2% of its population born overseas and 17.7% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Northgate was found to be Christianity, which makes up 45.7% of people in Northgate. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 5.9% of the population, compared to 2.2% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Northgate are English, comprising 27.3% of the population, Australian, comprising 23.3% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Northgate (vs 0.5% across Greater Brisbane), Russian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%) and Samoan at 0.4% (vs 0.9%).
26.2% of the suburb of Northgate population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
17.7% of the population in the suburb of Northgate speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
1.9% of the suburb of Northgate population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
83.4% of the suburb of Northgate population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Northgate displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 43.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 19.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 57.1% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,100 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 72nd 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 | 20.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $360 | 2021 Census, weekly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Northgate, 19.5% of homes are owned outright, 37.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 43.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 57.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Northgate are houses.
In the suburb of Northgate, 22.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 20.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Northgate stands at 19.5%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Northgate is $2,100, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Northgate is $1,455, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Northgate, households with mortgages typically spend 23.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Northgate is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Northgate shows mortgage holders spending 23.7% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 17.6% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Northgate consists of 57.1% detached houses, 20.2% semi-detached dwellings, 22.4% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Northgate consumes approximately 16.5% of median household income ($8,838 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Northgate show attached dwellings contributing 27% of approvals compared to 43% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 73% of applications versus 57% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Northgate's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.8% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
Around 58.3% of people in the suburb of Northgate are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the suburb of Northgate, 3.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
8.1% of people in the suburb of Northgate are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the suburb of Northgate population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.7% of people in the suburb of Northgate have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Northgate, 58.3% 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 381 m away and the nearest GP 536 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 | 54 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 54th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 381 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 536 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 708 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 935 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 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 are 2 long day care centres with 177 places in Northgate (Qld), about 1.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Northgate when compared nationally.
Northgate has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 5% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Northgate (Qld) is $600 a week, +3.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Northgate reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Northgate's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Northgate ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Northgate shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Northgate features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Brisbane.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Northgate was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Northgate displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
Northgate's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport in Northgate (Qld): transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Northgate (Qld) has an estimated 5,206 residents, up 6.8% since the 2021 Census, with 72 projects tracked in the area around Northgate (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 Northgate (Qld).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2025. 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 (SAL32188). 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 (Jul 2025) 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 Northgate (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 Northgate (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 | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 24.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
