Park Avenue

Park Avenue is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, the Park Avenue statistical area (Lv2) had an estimated population of around 5,520 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 228 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,292 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 5,516 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024) and an additional 16 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,269 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The Park Avenue's 4.3% growth since census positions it within 2.4 percentage points of the SA4 region (6.7%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 39.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023 based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Considering the projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth of locations outside of capital cities is anticipated, with the Park Avenue expected to increase by 293 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 5.2% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Park Avenue according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Park Avenue has seen limited development activity, averaging two approvals per year over five years (11 approvals total). This low level of development is typical in rural areas where housing needs are modest and construction activity is restricted by local demand and infrastructure capacity. The small sample size means individual projects can significantly influence annual growth statistics.

Park Avenue has shown less construction activity than the rest of Queensland, with levels also below national patterns. All new constructions have been standalone homes, reflecting the area's rural character where larger properties are common. With around 1568 people per approval, Park Avenue is a mature, established area. By 2041, Park Avenue is forecast to gain 289 residents (AreaSearch quarterly estimate).

If current construction levels continue, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

Park Avenue has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 16 projects that could affect the region. Major initiatives include Large Format Retail Development Moores Creek Road, Mildura Rise Estate, Bruce Highway Upgrade Program, and North Rockhampton Sewage Treatment Plant UV Disinfection. The following list details those most relevant:.

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The labour market performance in Park Avenue lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Park Avenue has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. Key sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 0.5% of local workers, lower than the Rest of Qld's 4.5%. As of September 2025, unemployment stands at 6.6%, with employment stability noted over the past year. The workforce participation rate is similar to Rest of Qld's 59.1%.

Employment growth in Park Avenue from September 2024 to September 2025 was 0.1%, while labour force grew by 1.1%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.9 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment growth of 1.7% and labour force growth of 2.1%. State-wide, Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% between November 2024 and November 2025, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, closely matching the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Park Avenue's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 6.2% in five years and 13.3% in ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Park Avenue had a median taxpayer income of $55,011 and an average income of $64,927. These figures are lower than the national averages of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively for Rest of Qld. Based on Wage Price Index growth from June 2023 to September 2025, estimated median income is approximately $60,463 and average income is around $71,361. The 2021 Census shows incomes in Park Avenue fall between the 19th and 27th percentiles nationally. The predominant income cohort spans 31.5% of locals (1,738 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, similar to broader trends across the area at 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Park Avenue, with only 84.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 20th percentile nationally.

Park Avenue is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Park Avenue's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 86.7% houses and 13.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compared to Non-Metro Qld's 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Park Avenue was at 30.4%, with the rest either mortgaged (35.2%) or rented (34.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517 and Australia's national figure of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Park Avenue was recorded at $260, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $300 and the national average of $375.

Park Avenue features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 64.2% of all households, including 23.7% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 15.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.8%, with lone person households at 32.6% and group households comprising 3.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Park Avenue faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is significantly lower than the Australian average, at 12.0% compared to 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common, with a rate of 9.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.3%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent among residents aged 15+, with a total of 41.4% holding such qualifications. Advanced diplomas account for 7.9% while certificates make up 33.5%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.4% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Health performance in Park Avenue is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Park Avenue faces notable health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is higher than average at approximately 53% (~2,921 people). The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (10.4%) and mental health issues (10.4%), while 60.8% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 64.7% in the rest of Queensland. There are 18.1% seniors aged 65 and over (999 people), with their health outcomes mirroring the general population's profile.

Park Avenue is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Park Avenue showed low cultural diversity, with 89.0% citizens, 92.2% born in Australia, and 95.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, accounting for 55.4%, compared to 56.3% regionally. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (32.0%), English (30.2%), and Irish (8.3%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal (6.5%) and German (5.3%) groups were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 5.1% and 4.9%, respectively. Maori representation was slightly higher at 0.6%.

Park Avenue's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Park Avenue is 35 years, which is lower than Queensland's average of 41 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The 25-34 age group comprises 16.6% of Park Avenue's population, compared to the Rest of Qld average, indicating an over-representation in this age cohort. Conversely, the 55-64 age group makes up only 9.3%, showing under-representation. Post-2021 Census data reveals that the 35-44 age group has increased from 11.7% to 13.6%, and the 25-34 cohort has risen from 14.9% to 16.6%. Meanwhile, the 65-74 age group has decreased from 9.7% to 8.3%, and the 55-64 group has fallen from 10.5% to 9.3%. Population forecasts for 2041 suggest significant demographic changes in Park Avenue. Notably, the 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 23%, reaching 1,125 people from 916. However, both the 65-74 and 5-14 age groups are expected to see a reduction in numbers.