Parkinson

An assessment of population growth drivers in Parkinson reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of February 2026, the population of the suburb of Parkinson is estimated to be around 11,910. This figure reflects an increase of 762 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,148. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 134 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 1,447 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth for the area.

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 are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Considering projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of national areas is expected. The suburb of Parkinson is projected to increase by 632 persons to reach 12,542 by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 4.2% in total over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Parkinson recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Parkinson averaged approximately 34 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25. This totals an estimated 173 homes. In FY-26, up until now, 22 approvals have been recorded. Each new dwelling built in this period has resulted in an average of approximately 2.3 new residents per year.

The average expected construction cost value for new homes is around $601,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This financial year has seen $6.1 million in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. When compared to Greater Brisbane, Parkinson records significantly lower building activity, approximately 68.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. The current level of development is also below the national average, which reflects the area's maturity and potentially points to planning constraints.

Recent development in Parkinson has been entirely comprised of standalone homes, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes that appeal to those seeking space. This indicates a mature market, with around 350 people per approval. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Parkinson is expected to grow by approximately 497 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Area infrastructure changes significantly influence local performance. AreaSearch identified 14 projects likely impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Loganlea Station Relocation Project, Logan Plan, Paradise in Parkinson, and Grand Plaza Shopping Centre Refurbishment. The following details projects expected to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Parkinson ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Parkinson's workforce is well-educated with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 3.2% as of September 2025, which is below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Employment stability has been relative over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregated statistical area data.

As of September 2025, 6,485 residents were employed with an unemployment rate of 0.8% below Greater Brisbane's and workforce participation on par with Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. A moderate 16.9% of residents worked from home based on Census responses, with Covid-19 lockdown impacts considered. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training sectors. Retail trade shows strong specialization at 1.2 times the regional level while construction has lower representation at 7.4% versus the regional average of 9.0%.

The predominantly residential area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. Over the 12 months to September 2025, labour force levels increased by 0.6%, while employment declined by 0.2%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.8 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.8% and labour force growth of 3.3%, with unemployment falling by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Parkinson. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Parkinson's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

Parkinson suburb has a median taxpayer income of $51,108 and an average income of $60,245 based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages, with Greater Brisbane having a median income of $58,236 and an average income of $72,799. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $56,173 and the average income $66,215, accounting for a 9.91% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. According to census data, Parkinson's household income ranks at the 77th percentile ($2,188 weekly), with personal income at the 58th percentile. The $1,500 - $2,999 earnings band encompasses 38.6% of the community (4,597 individuals), similar to regional trends showing 33.3% in the same category. Housing consumes 14.9% of income, while strong earnings place residents within the 78th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Parkinson is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Parkinson, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 86.1% houses and 13.9% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In comparison, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The level of home ownership in Parkinson was similar to that of Brisbane metro, at 27.3%. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (52.4%) or rented (20.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,950, which is higher than the Brisbane metro average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure in Parkinson was recorded at $450, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Parkinson's median monthly mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Parkinson features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 87.6% of all households, including 51.6% that are couples with children, 24.4% that are couples without children, and 10.7% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 12.4%, with lone person households at 10.7% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Parkinson demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Parkinson trail residents aged 15+ with university degrees comprise 33.6%, compared to the SA4 region's 42.1%. Bachelor degree holders account for 22.1%, postgraduate qualifications 9.1%, and graduate diplomas 2.4%. Vocational credentials are held by 30.2% of residents, including advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (18.5%). Current enrollment in formal education stands at 31.5%, with breakdowns of 11.2% in primary, 9.4% in secondary, and 5.2% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.2% in primary education, 9.4% in secondary education, and 5.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Parkinson has 15 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 10 different routes that collectively facilitate 2,190 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents typically residing 427 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most residents commute outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 89% of residents, while buses are used by 8%. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 16.9% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 312 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 146 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Parkinson is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Parkinson demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment completed in June 2022. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were low among the general population but higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts.

The rate of private health cover was relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~6,083 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. The most common medical conditions in the area were asthma and mental health issues, impacting 6.1% and 6.0% of residents respectively, while 76.7% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. As of June 2022, 15.0% of residents were aged 65 and over (1,786 people), ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Parkinson is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Parkinson has a high level of cultural diversity, with 42.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 44.9% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Parkinson, comprising 46.4% of people. The most notable overrepresentation is in Other religions, which makes up 3.4% of the population compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry, English comprises 19.6%, Australian 17.1%, and Chinese 15.6% of Parkinson's population, all notably different from regional averages of 26.8%, 23.2%, and 3.4% respectively. There are also notable differences in the representation of Korean (1.7%), Samoan (0.9%), and South African (0.9%) ethnic groups compared to regional averages of 0.5%, 0.9%, and 0.6%.

Parkinson's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Parkinson's median age is 38, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 36 but equal to Australia's 38 years. The 45-54 age group comprises 14.7%, compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25-34 cohort stands at 8.7%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group grew from 13.1% to 14.9%, and the 75-84 cohort increased from 3.1% to 4.6%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort declined from 11.3% to 8.7%, and the 35-44 group dropped from 16.0% to 14.5%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Parkinson's age structure. The 75-84 group is expected to grow by 62% (342 people), reaching 890 from 547. Those aged 65 and above are projected to comprise 63% of the population growth, while the 25-34 and 0-4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.