Nundah

Nundah lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Nundah is around 14,657. This figure reflects an increase of 1,559 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,098. The change was inferred from the resident population of 14,582 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 174 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,877 persons per square kilometer, placing Nundah in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 11.9% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both the national average (9.3%) and the state average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 78.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Considering projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase is forecast for the top quartile of statistical areas across the nation. The suburb is expected to expand by 3,466 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 23.1% in total over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Nundah among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Nundah has seen approximately 71 new homes approved annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Around 358 homes were approved over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with an additional 11 approved so far in FY26. On average, these new homes have attracted around 3.1 new residents each year.

This demand has outpaced supply, potentially putting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers. The average construction cost value of new properties is $696,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. Commercial development approvals totaled $40.8 million in FY26, reflecting strong commercial development momentum.

New developments consist of 24% standalone homes and 76% attached dwellings, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers due to affordable entry pathways. With around 202 people per dwelling approval, Nundah exhibits characteristics of a growth area. By 2041, AreaSearch estimates that Nundah's population will grow by approximately 3,391 residents. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Nundah has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Twenty-two infrastructure projects identified by AreaSearch could significantly affect a region's performance. Notable initiatives include Danby Lane - Nundah Village, Danby Lane itself, Clayfield Development Aggregate, and Clayfield Villagio Shopping Centre Revitalisation. The following details projects expected to have the greatest impact.

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AreaSearch analysis places Nundah well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Nundah has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 3.7% as of an unspecified past year. Employment growth over the same period was estimated at 10.1%.

By December 2025, 10,509 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, which is 0.5% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Nundah was 84.0%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, 23.4% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries for employment among residents were health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade.

Nundah had a particular specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level, while construction showed lower representation at 6.4% compared to the regional average of 9.0%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. In the 12-month period ending unspecified, employment increased by 10.1%, labour force grew by 9.9%, and unemployment fell by 0.1 percentage points. For comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2%, labour force growth of 3.0%, and a similar unemployment reduction of 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Nundah's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

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

Nundah suburb shows median taxpayer income of $64,352 and average income of $81,141 based on latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is high nationally compared to Greater Brisbane's median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799. By March 2026, estimated median income would be approximately $71,662 and average income around $90,359 based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023. According to 2021 Census figures, individual earnings rank at the 83rd percentile nationally ($1,061 weekly), while household income ranks at the 51st percentile. Predominant income cohort in Nundah spans 35.5% of locals (5,203 people) with $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings, similar to broader area's 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 49th percentile. Nundah's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Nundah features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Nundah, as per the latest Census, 23.6% of dwellings were houses while 76.4% were other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This contrasts with Brisbane's metropolitan area where 73.5% of dwellings are houses and 26.5% are other types. Home ownership in Nundah stood at 15.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.8% and rented ones at 56.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,733, lower than Brisbane's metro average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Nundah was $375, similar to Brisbane's metro figure of $380 and the national average of $375.

Nundah features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 51.4% of all households, including 16.5% couples with children, 25.3% couples without children, and 7.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for 48.6%, consisting of 41.5% lone person households and 7.2% group households. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Nundah shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Nundah is notably high, with 41.5% of residents aged 15 years and above holding university qualifications. This compares to 25.7% in Queensland and 30.4% nationally. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 28.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.0%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 30.4% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas make up 12.7% and certificates account for 17.7%.

Educational participation is high in the area, with 26.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.2% pursuing tertiary education, 6.2% primary education, and 4.6% secondary education.

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

Public transport analysis shows 75 active transport stops operating in Nundah. These comprise a mix of train and bus services. There are 40 individual routes collectively providing 4,459 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 140 meters from the nearest stop. As primarily residential, most commute outward. Car remains dominant at 67%, while train usage stands at 21%.

Vehicle ownership averages 0.8 per dwelling, below regional average. According to the 2021 Census, some 23.4% of residents work from home, possibly reflecting COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 637 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 59 weekly trips per individual stop.

Nundah's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Nundah's health metrics are close to national benchmarks. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence indicate that common health conditions among the general population are somewhat typical, but higher than the national average among older cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 59% of the total population (8698 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, impacting 11.2% and 7.7% of residents respectively. 70.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 13.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1920 people), which is lower than the 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Nundah was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Nundah's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 20.2% speaking a language other than English at home and 30.8% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Nundah, accounting for 42.4%. Hinduism, however, was more prevalent in Nundah at 6.6%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 2.2%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (25.6%), Australian (20.8%), and Other (11.5%). Notably, New Zealanders made up 1.0% of Nundah's population, Welsh comprised 0.7%, and Irish residents accounted for 10.3%.

Nundah's population is younger than the national pattern

Nundah's median age is 35 years, nearly matching Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and somewhat younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Nundah has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 (24.7%), but fewer residents aged 5-14 (6.9%). This 25-34 concentration is well above the national average of 14.6%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 75 to 84 has grown from 3.2% to 4.4%, while the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 7.6% to 6.9%. By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate substantial changes for Nundah's population. The 45 to 54 age group is projected to grow by 39%, adding 712 residents to reach a total of 2,559. In contrast, the 0 to 4 age group shows minimal growth of just 3%, with an increase of only 19 people.