Rangeville

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

The estimated population of Rangeville is around 8,891 as of May 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 223 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,668 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 8,887 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 46 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,077 persons per square kilometer. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Future population trends indicate a growth just below the median of national regional areas by 2041, with an expected increase of 532 persons reflecting a total increase of 5.9%.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Rangeville shows approximately 15 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years (FY-21 to FY-25), around 78 homes were approved, with an additional 11 approved so far in FY-26. Each dwelling built over these years gained an average of 2.5 new residents.

New homes are being constructed at an average value of $880,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. This year has seen $483,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to the rest of Queensland and nationally, Rangeville has significantly less development activity (68.0% below regional average per person), which typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. Recent construction comprises 54.0% detached houses and 46.0% medium and high-density housing, showing an expanding range of medium-density options. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 84.0% houses). With around 706 people per dwelling approval, Rangeville reflects a highly mature market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Rangeville is expected to grow by 528 residents through to 2041. Building activity is keeping pace with growth projections, though buyers may experience heightened competition as the population grows.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified ten projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Mater Dei Primary School Early Years Precinct, Parque Toowoomba, Emmerson Park District Park Upgrade, and Centenary Heights State High School Duane Music Excellence Centre. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Rangeville significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Rangeville has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors prominently represented. The unemployment rate is 1.9%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 4392 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.1% lower than Regional Queensland's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation is slightly below standard at 60.2%, compared to Regional Queensland's 64.5%. Census responses show that only 9.8% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. Rangeville has a particular specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, accommodation & food services have limited presence at 5.5%, compared to 8.3% regionally. The predominantly residential area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 4.4% alongside a 4.6% employment decline, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Queensland experienced employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insights into potential future demand within Rangeville. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Rangeville's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.9% over ten years. However, it is important to note that this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Rangeville is higher than average nationally. The median income is $58,081 and the average income stands at $71,365. In comparison, Regional Queensland has a median income of $53,146 and an average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Rangeville would be approximately $64,679 (median) and $79,472 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals that household, family and personal incomes in Rangeville cluster around the 51st percentile nationally. The data shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 31.7% of the community (2,818 individuals), which is also reflective of the region where 31.7% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 87.5% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Rangeville, as per the latest Census, consisted of 84.0% houses and 16.0% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Rangeville was 40.2%, with the remaining dwellings being mortgaged (31.9%) or rented (27.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Rangeville was $1,586, below Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure in Rangeville was recorded at $340, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Rangeville's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Rangeville has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 70.0% of all households, including 27.0% couples with children, 31.6% couples without children, and 10.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 30.0%, with lone person households at 27.2% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Rangeville exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Rangeville's residents aged 15 and above have a significantly higher educational attainment than broader benchmarks. As of the latest data, 34.3% hold university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in the rest of Queensland and 23.1% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 22.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.8%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 31.7% of residents holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 21.0%.

Educational participation is notably high in Rangeville, with 28.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.4% in secondary education, 9.3% in primary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis indicates five active transport stops in Rangeville, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by one route collectively offering 64 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is limited, with residents typically located 893 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward, predominantly using cars at 95%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling, below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 9.8% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages nine trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately twelve weekly trips per individual stop.

Rangeville'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

Rangeville's health metrics closely align with national benchmarks, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are seen at a standard level across both young and old age cohorts.

Private health cover is very high, at approximately 55% of the total population (~4,932 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (9.2%) and mental health issues (8.3%). A total of 65.3% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among the working-age population are typical. The area has 24.2% of residents aged 65 and over (2,151 people), higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Rangeville ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Rangeville was found to have a below average level of cultural diversity, with 84.7% of its population born in Australia, 90.9% being citizens, and 91.3% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion in Rangeville is Christianity, which accounts for 62.7% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Queensland. In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are English (28.9%), Australian (25.7%), and Irish (11.6%).

Notably, certain ethnic groups have different representations in Rangeville compared to regional averages: German at 7.6% (versus 4.7%), Scottish at 9.0% (versus 7.8%), and Sri Lankan at 0.4% (versus 0.1%).

Rangeville hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Rangeville's median age is 43 years, which is higher than Regional Queensland's average of 41 years and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The 75-84 age group constitutes 9.2% of Rangeville's population, compared to Regional Queensland's figure. However, the 25-34 age cohort makes up only 10.9%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 11.0% to 12.5%, while the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 12.2% to 13.5%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 13.4% to 11.6%, and the 45 to 54 age group has fallen from 12.9% to 11.4%. Demographic modeling indicates significant changes in Rangeville's age profile by 2041. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow by 61%, adding 227 residents to reach 601. Meanwhile, population declines are anticipated for the 65 to 74 and 55 to 64 cohorts.